20140957 Ver 2_DEQ Ltr re ACP Felts.pdf_20170815

Strickland, Bev
From:Jonathan Felts <[e-mail]>
Sent:Tuesday, August 15, 2017 11:36 AM
To:SVC_DENR.publiccomments
Subject:ACP
Attachments:DEQ Ltr re ACP Felts.pdf
Please find attached my letter of support to move forward with the pipeline project.
Best,
-JDF
Jonathan Felts

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Jonathan Felts
303 Mulberry Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
TO: DEQ
RE: Atlantic Coast Pipeline
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to state my support for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline I believe it means more and
better jobs for the working families of North Carolina. Further, this pipeline project will more
broadly help the country as well via greater energy independence. With the constantly improving
technology, the pipeline is environmentally responsible and a safe measure that can help grow
our state's economy.
While we can always bury our head in the sand and ignore facts, the simple reality is that North
Carolina, due to an ever-growing demand, needs an increase in the supply of natural gas. The
Atlantic Coast Pipeline is a responsible infrastructure project that will help supply enough
natural gas to meet the demands of North Carolinians seeking an alternative to coal -based,
electricity. The gas transported via this pipeline will generate cleaner electricity to heat homes.
The pipeline is also a safer means of transporting natural gas as compared to highway, rail, or
water. Stream and wetland crossing techniques and the pipeline construction methods more than
meet rigorous guidelines meant to protect water quality. This project has had nearly three years
of review and input by numerous federal, state and local bodies. FERC and other agencies have
carefully analyzed the project for potential environmental impacts. The experts say this pipeline
is safe.
It is now time to move forward with this project.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jonathan Felts