In Puerto Rico, the LNG terminal in San Juan has residents like nun Lissette Avilés Ríos worried about their safety.⛑️ She recalls a massive tanker ship bringing in liquefied natural gas, and the potential dangers it poses to her community. After seeing a gas facility explosion in Texas, she can't shake the fear that a similar disaster could happen right where she lives. 🚨 What’s even more concerning is that this terminal operates without federal permits. New Fortress Energy built the facility without following necessary safety regulations and is now scrambling to make things right.ᯓ🏃🏻♀️➡️ Locals feel unheard in decisions that could lock them into a risky energy system that relies on natural gas, which is not only dangerous but also prone to wild price swings. ☠️ Residents like Avilés, along with local activists, are speaking up. They point to past incidents, like a refinery explosion that wreaked havoc, and see this as part of a bigger issue of neglect towards Puerto Rico’s safety and environment. They’re calling for more transparency and accountability, emphasizing that community well-being should come before corporate profits. 🏘️ 🧘♂️ Follow for more Climate Justice News: https://buff.ly/40iz44n #energyjustice #equitableenergy #dignifiedlife #fairness #energyburden #energyinsecurity #climatechange #environment #sustainability #youthaction #climateaction #activism #justice #action #localizedclimateaction #energytransition
