# Puerto Rico government will not confirm alternate natural gas supplier talks

La Fortaleza spokesperson cannot confirm discussions to replace New Fortress Energy.

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On Tuesday, La Fortaleza Public Affairs Secretary Jean Peña Payano stated he had no information confirming government meetings with alternate natural gas suppliers. [^1][^7]

Some Puerto Rico power generation units continue operating on diesel at the time of the statement. [^2] Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced on Tuesday she instructed the Department of Labor and Human Resources to assist KFC and Taco Bell franchise workers facing employment uncertainty. [^3] Jean Peña Payano stated additional costs from diesel operation should not be passed to Puerto Rico electricity consumers. [^4]

The federal court ordered New Fortress Energy to disclose available fuel quantities, accessible facilities, and technical onboarding procedures for alternate suppliers. [^5] Governor Jenniffer González Colón stated labor support will include guidance on available aid and assistance finding new employment for affected workers. [^6] Governor Jenniffer González Colón stated the operational situation at the long established local KFC and Taco Bell franchises was unexpected. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. On Tuesday, La Fortaleza Public Affairs Secretary Jean Peña Payano stated he had no information confirming government meetings with alternate natural gas suppliers. (esnoticiapr.com, News)
2. Some Puerto Rico power generation units continue operating on diesel at the time of the statement. (esnoticiapr.com, News)
3. Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced on Tuesday she instructed the Department of Labor and Human Resources to assist KFC and Taco Bell franchise workers facing employment uncertainty. (San Juan Daily Star, News)
4. Jean Peña Payano stated additional costs from diesel operation should not be passed to Puerto Rico electricity consumers. (esnoticiapr.com, News)
5. The federal court ordered New Fortress Energy to disclose available fuel quantities, accessible facilities, and technical onboarding procedures for alternate suppliers. (esnoticiapr.com, News)
6. Governor Jenniffer González Colón stated labor support will include guidance on available aid and assistance finding new employment for affected workers. (San Juan Daily Star, News)
7. La Fortaleza Public Affairs Secretary Jean Peña Payano stated the KFC and Taco Bell franchises are experiencing reported financial difficulties. (San Juan Daily Star, News)
8. Governor Jenniffer González Colón stated the operational situation at the long established local KFC and Taco Bell franchises was unexpected. (San Juan Daily Star, News)

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