The liquefied natural liquefied natural gas Ksi Lisims LNG has passed a key milestone by obtaining regulatory approval from provincial and federal authorities in Canada. Located in northwestern British Columbia and jointly developed by the Nisga’a Nation, Rockies LNG and Western LNG, this floating export terminal will be the first of its kind in Canada. floating export terminal is designed to operate with net-zero emissions, powered by hydroelectric power.
A firm step in Canada’s energy strategy
The B.C. Environmental Assessment Office concluded that the project will not generate significant environmental impacts, thanks to rigorous planning and mitigation measures. The certification also recognizes the active participation of six indigenous communities in the process, a key point under the Nisga’a Nation’s Final Agreement.
The Nisga’a Nation, which is leading development in its own territory, has stressed that the Ksi Lisims LNG model represents a new form of economic reconciliation, where indigenous leadership and environmental sustainability go hand in hand.
A consortium with climate and development goals
Designed as one of the lowest carbon footprint LNG facilities in the world, Ksi Lisims LNG will have floating infrastructure on Pearse Island and will exclusively utilize renewable energy. Rockies LNG provides natural gas production capacity, while Western LNG offers energy infrastructure expertise.
Federal authorities endorsed the favorable Statement of Decision following a four-year technical review involving more than 20 regulatory agencies. This approval paves the way for construction to begin before the end of the year.
Economic and geopolitical impact of the Ksi Lisims LNG project.
The project not only positions British Columbia as a strategic node for clean energy exports, but also strengthens Canada’s role in international LNG markets.
For the promoters, this plant represents an opportunity to move towards inclusive, environmentally responsible and geopolitically competitive energy development.
Source and photo: Ksi Lisims LNG
