IOC's Ennore Project Gets Green Nod

A committee under the Ministry of Environment and Forests has given Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance to Indian Oil Corporation for setting up of 5 million tonne LNG terminal at Ennore in Tamil Nadu.

The Expert Appraisal Committee, which met recently, said all the issues raised in the public hearing held in September were addressed by the PSU.

'The EAC noted that the Project Proponent has assessed all likely impacts due to the project and arrived at a suitable EMP (environment management plan). Also responded properly to all the issues raised in the Public Hearing.

Therefore the EAC has recommended for grant of clearance stipulating following conditions...' the EAC said in the minutes of the meeting.

The New Indian Express