Diversity and. Security of Supply. for the Asia Pacific Market. Elizabeth Spomer President & CEO, Jordan Cove LNG LLC

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1 Diversity and Security of Supply for the Asia Pacific Market Elizabeth Spomer President & CEO, Jordan Cove LNG LLC 14th Platts NA LNG Houston, Texas February 26, 2015

2 Forward-looking information advisory Certain information contained in this presentation constitutes forward-looking information under applicable Canadian securities laws. All information, other than statements of historical fact, which addresses activities, events or developments that we expect or anticipate may or will occur in the future, is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information typically contains statements with words such as "may", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "expect", "plan", "intend", "target", "project", "forecast" or similar words suggesting future outcomes or outlook. Forward-looking statements in this presentation include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to: the ability of Veresen to recognize synergies between Ruby and the Jordan Cove LNG project, the cost estimate, timing of, and our ability to successfully obtain regulatory approvals for Jordan Cove LNG and the Pacific Gas Connector Pipeline, the timing of decisions to proceed with construction of, and the inservice date of Jordan Cove LNG and the Pacific Gas Connector Pipeline and sources of gas supply to feed Jordan Cove LNG and the Pacific Gas Connector Pipeline. The risks and uncertainties that may affect the operations, performance, development and results of our businesses include, but are not limited to, the following factors: our ability to successfully implement our strategic initiatives and achieve expected benefits; levels of oil and gas exploration and development activity; the status, credit risk and continued existence of contracted customers; the availability and price of capital; the availability and price of energy commodities; the availability of construction services and materials; fluctuations in foreign exchange and interest rates; our ability to successfully obtain regulatory approvals; changes in tax, regulatory, environmental, and other laws and regulations; competitive factors in the pipeline, NGL and power industries; operational breakdowns, failures, or other disruptions; and the prevailing economic conditions in North America. Additional information on these and other risks, uncertainties and factors that could affect our operations or financial results are included in our filings with the securities commissions or similar authorities in each of the provinces of Canada, as may be updated from time to time. Although we believe the expectations conveyed by the forward-looking information are reasonable based on information available to us on the date of preparation, we can give no assurances as to future results, levels of activity and achievements. Readers should not place undue reliance on the information contained in this presentation, as actual results achieved will vary from the information provided herein and the variations may be material. We make no representation that actual results achieved will be the same in whole or in part as those set out in the forward-looking information. Furthermore, the forward-looking statements contained herein are made as of the date hereof, and, except as required by law, we do not undertake any obligation to update publicly or to revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. We expressly qualify any forward-looking information contained in this presentation by this cautionary statement. 2

3 A strong and diversified portfolio of energy infrastructure assets Pipelines Midstream Power Veresen s Asset Base (1) Pipelines Length (km) 6,000+ Midstream Gathering (km) Processing (mmcf/d) Compression (HP) Fractionation (bbls/d) Power Plants Generation (kw) Avg PPA length (yrs) K 100k (1) Based on all assets in portfolio and gross ownership 3

4 Jordan Cove LNG: project components Terminal: Jordan Cove LNG 6 mtpa facility (phase 1) expandable to 9 mtpa (later date) 400+ acre site includes: marine facility; two 160,000 m 3 LNG tanks; four 1.5 mtpa liquefaction trains; two gas treatment facilities; and, 420 MW power plant. Ownership: 100% Veresen Pipeline: Pacific Connector Design capacity of ~1 bcf/d for 6 mtpa LNG terminal requirements Expandable to 1.5 bcf/d 232-mile, 36-inch diameter pipeline Ownership: 50% Veresen; 50% Williams Liquefaction Power Plant 4

5 Jordan Cove LNG: technology Liquefaction: Prico LNG process Black & Veatch s single mixed refrigerant (SMR) technology Compact layout Simplified operation quick startup Hold refrigerant on shutdown Prico main exchanger: cold box Plate fins are highly efficient and reliable More than half with 30+ years of service (no repairs) Multiple vendors able to supply Liquefaction Power Plant 5

6 Lead EPC contractor Kiewit is the managing partner in the KBV joint venture with Black & Veatch Third largest construction company in NA; 65+ million direct-hire manhours in 2014 Previous LNG experience includes Cove Point LNG, Canaport LNG and Wheatstone LNG

7 International Port of Coos Bay 7-mile transit to site Federally maintained Mild climate Established community 7

8 Tolling model Gas Production Pipeline / Liquefaction / LNG Storage / Customer off-take LNG Transportation / Interim LNG Storage Regasification/ Pipeline / Gas Storage Market / Gas Marketing Company / Transportation and Distribution Jordan Cove LNG Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline As an infrastructure provider, Veresen is only involved in providing transportation and liquefaction services. 8

9 Abundant gas supply from Rockies and W. Canada ~9 shipping days to Asia ~9 shipping days to Asia (4300 nmi) Australia LNG ~7 to 9 shipping days to Asia ( nmi) USGC LNG ~22 shipping days to Asia (9200 nmi) plus Panama Canal Costs USGC LNG ~9 shipping days to Europe 9 Source: Terminal websites, DOE Japan as comparative market

10 Regulatory update Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Draft EIS public comments closed February 13, 2015 FERC Issuance of Final EIS: June 12, 2015 FERC Authorization: September 10, 2015 Department of Energy Approved All provisional export licenses obtained 30-year FTA provisional export license for 9 mtpa approved December 7, year Non-FTA provisional export license for 6 mtpa approved March 24, 2014 National Energy Board Approved 25-year export application for 1.55 bcf/d approved February 20, 2014 (sufficient for 9 mtpa) DOE approval to allow for imports of corresponding natural gas to the United States from Canada Oregon Energy Facility Siting Council Approval of the dedicated, 420 MW Power Plant Authorization expected end

11 Strong political and community support Social license to operate is critical in US Northwest Established 10-year history in Oregon Development supported by elected federal and state political representatives, community and business leaders Project Labor Agreements in place Grassroots community support visit: I urged DOE to consider this application without delay, and I am pleased the department decided that Jordan Cove deserves to move forward. Senator Wyden Oregon (Mar 2014) Senator Ron Wyden Town Hall in Coos Bay, Oregon November 2013 Audience (yellow shirts) showing significant Jordan Cove community support. 11

12 Project financing Retained highly capable and experienced team of external advisors Macquarie Capital as financial advisor will be expected to: Coordinate and launch the equity and debt financing process Assist with the commercial and EPC processes Other external advisors include Chadbourne & Parke as financing counsel and Baker and O Brien as owner s engineer Will explore wide range of financing options to fund the terminal and pipeline Debt financing options to include: Commercial banks Export Credit Agency (e.g., JBIC, NEXI, KEXIM, others) Bonds Veresen will optimize its equity ownership in both projects Jordan Cove will seek equity participation from external parties Pacific Connector will retain 50% ownership in partnership with Williams 12

13 The Jordan Cove advantage Competitive with GOM brownfield LNG into Asia 9 days shipping from Coos Bay, Oregon to Tokyo No Panama Canal risk Gas supply from two large distinct gas basins Limited local competition for natural gas supply Strong local and political support Advanced permitting/regulatory status Building strong Houston based project management team 13

14 Thank-you 14