Law360, New York (August 03, 2012, 7:45 PM ET) -- Three environmental groups on Thursday challenged U.S. Export-Import Bank financing for two Australian liquefied natural gas projects, thrusting back into the spotlight the hot-button issue of whether U.S. environmental laws extend beyond its own borders.
The question is a contentious one, and experts say it will likely play a bigger role as Ex-Im Bank boosts its backing of megaprojects. Multibillion-dollar loans to energy developers like ExxonMobil Corp. and Petroleo Brasileiro SA have angered environmental groups, who say the bank hasn't kept up its end of a...
Reach Of US Enviro Laws Key To Fight Over Ex-Im Gas Loans
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