Vermont Business Magazine Vermont Gas issued the following statement Friday reaffirming permit compliance for the Addison Natural Gas Project: “Vermont Gas is committed to bringing a clean, affordable and reliable energy option to thousands more Vermont businesses and families. Vermont Gas is constructing the Addison Natural Gas Project in full compliance with all of its permits.
“The recent determination that a wetland in Geprags Park (Hinesburg) should be re-delineated since its first evaluation in 2012 is not uncommon. In fact, we have amended project permits in other instances without impact to construction. We are working closely with our environmental experts to amend our Vermont Wetlands Permit to reflect this new delineation. This work in no way voids or revokes our existing permits or our ability to construct the project outside Geprags Park while amendments are being filed.
“The purpose of the recent Show Cause Request, made by a few individuals, is to impede, delay and add cost to this project by whatever means, without regard to facts.
“Today over 250 inspectors, contractors and laborers are making great progress constructing this 41-mile clean energy project that will extend the benefits of natural gas to Addison County.”
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Vermont Gas Systems is a leader in energy efficiency and innovation, offering a clean, safe, affordable choice for over 50,000 homes, businesses, and institutions in Franklin and Chittenden counties. The company plays an important role in Vermont’s clean energy future by displacing higher-emitting fuels and with its award-winning energy efficiency programs. For more information about Vermont Gas visit www.VermontGas.com.
Source: Vermont Gas. 7.15.2016