While supporters disagree , environmentalists condemn the report . The proposed oil pipeline between the U.S. and Iran is politically charged . Next step is a 90-day comment period , followed by another State Department decision . Release of the report launched a 90-day period for public comment and consultation . President Barack Obama has said the pipeline must be carbon - neutral .
While supporters disagree , environmentalists condemn the report . The proposed oil pipeline between the U.S. and Iran is politically charged . Next step is a 90-day comment period , followed by another State Department decision . President Barack Obama has said the pipeline must be carbon - neutral .