Cameron Parish, LA (KPLC) – Venture Global’s LNG export facility in Cameron Parish is a major driver in the Southwest Louisiana Economy – yet environmentalists are raising concerns.

The Louisiana Bucket Brigade has voiced claims of excessive gas releases and flaring at the facility.

The environmental group says the gas releases are dangerous and preventable, and they question whether the fast-tracked construction may have caused problems.

In the months since Venture Global has been producing liquefied natural gas at its Calcasieu Pass location, the Louisiana Bucket Brigade been scrutinizing the facility with the help of local residents. One of the concerns is flaring.