On 11 December, the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council announced the completion of federal permitting for the Alaska LNG project. The 20 million tpy LNG project will facilitate development of Alaska’s vast North Slope natural gas resources, providing Alaskans and its allies around the world with a long term and affordable energy source.
Alaska LNG first received FAST-41 coverage in 2017 and achieved initial federal approval in 2020. Project sponsor 8 Star Alaska, LLC, majority owned by Glenfarne, reactivated the project’s FAST-41 coverage in February 2025 for updated biological opinions and permit renewals. NOAA renewed the final permit, completing federal approvals for the project on 10 December.
“I am thrilled to see the Alaska LNG project finish federal permitting actions ahead of schedule,” said Permitting Council Executive Director Emily Domenech. “After delays during the previous Administration, Alaska LNG returned to FAST-41 coverage to help navigate the complexities of the federal permitting process. I’m particularly grateful to the agencies that continued work during the government shutdown, making it possible to complete this final milestone on time. This combined effort reflects our commitment to the State of Alaska and to achieving President Trump’s energy dominance agenda.”
“Completing federal permitting for Alaska LNG ahead of schedule shows how the Trump administration is restoring America's Energy Dominance by cutting unnecessary delays and unleashing our abundant resources," said Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum."This project strengthens US energy security, creates jobs for Alaskans, and reinforces our commitment to a permitting system that works at the speed of American innovation. We will continue driving policies that keep energy costs affordable, grow the economy, and put American workers first.”
“The Federal Permitting Council has delivered not just on time, but ahead of schedule, as we check off completion of the 21st and very last federal permitting action for Alaska LNG,” said Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska. “This project is crucial for our future – it can help secure Alaska’s economy for the next generation, while delivering affordable gas both in-state and to our allies across the Pacific. I thank Ms. Domenech, her team, and all who helped get to this point.”
“We appreciate the Permitting Council for moving so expeditiously to ensure that all of the necessary approvals for the Alaska LNG project are up to date,” said Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska. “This is another exciting development for this project, which will transform our state with billions of dollars’ worth of economic activity, good-paying jobs, and reliable, low-cost energy for our communities for a generation, as well as support our allies with secure supplies of natural gas.”
“NOAA’s approval of the final federal permit marks a historic milestone for the Alaska LNG project and for our state,” said Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy. “This decision clears the last major regulatory hurdle and reaffirms that Alaska can responsibly develop its vast natural gas resources while meeting rigorous environmental standards. Alaska LNG will strengthen our economy, create long-term jobs, and provide reliable energy to Alaskans and our global partners for generations to come.”
“The completion of the federal permitting review process for the Alaska LNG project brings us one step closer to delivering reliable, affordable, and strategically vital energy supply for our state, our nation, and our allies abroad,” said Rep. Nicholas Begich, R-Alaska. “For years, Alaskans have understood the enormous potential of North Slope natural gas -not only to lower energy costs for our communities, but to strengthen America’s energy independence. With this environmental review now finalised, we are firmly on track to advance a project that will create thousands of jobs and generate long-term economic opportunity.”
“Finalising the Alaska LNG project marks an important milestone for our nation,” said Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Laura Swett. “Strengthening our energy infrastructure is essential to ensuring reliable, affordable energy for American communities. This project demonstrates the United States’ continued leadership in the global energy landscape.”
"Today marks a significant milestone for American energy security and environmental stewardship," said NOAA Administrator Neil Jacobs, Ph.D. "I am proud of the work NOAA Fisheries performed to responsibly advance the Alaska LNG project in Cook Inlet—a vital infrastructure initiative that will bolster our nation's domestic energy production, create thousands of high-quality jobs, and strengthen our energy independence for generations to come. Together with our partners, we have balanced economic progress with world-class conservation, paving the way for a sustainable future where innovation and nature thrive side by side."
“Strong support from the Permitting Council accelerates Glenfarne’s work to develop Alaska LNG and deliver energy security for Alaskans and low-cost energy for our Pacific allies,” said Glenfarne Alaska LNG President Adam Prestidge. “Alaska LNG has received a comprehensive multi-year federal environmental review, and Alaskans can have confidence that this project is being developed under strict environmental standards.”
The 800 mile pipeline will transport natural gas from Alaska’s North Slope to South Central Alaska for export, and is expected to deliver an average of 3.5 billion ft3/d of gas. A liquefaction facility will cool and condense the gas for safe and efficient export.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission served as the lead permitting agency for this project.