Regulation
Judge Won't Allow Trump to be Added to Pipeline Lawsuit
Federal judge says President Trump can't be named as a defendant in a lawsuit concerning the Dakota Access pipeline construction project.
Plastics Pipe Institute Supports “Construction of American Pipelines” Memorandum
The Plastics Pipe Institute supports President Trump's desire to have pipeline construction projects built with American pipes.
California to Require Utilities to Plug Gas Leaks
Stricter pipeline regulations regarding gas leaks approved in California.
Senate Passes Sweeping Sanctions Bill Targeting Iran, Russia
WASHINGTON (AP) — A frequently polarized Senate found common ground Thursday as Republicans and Democrats joined forces to approve a sweeping sanctions bill that punishes longtime adversaries Iran and Russia, putting Congress on a possible collision course with President Donald Trump. The bipartisa..
Germany, Austria Slam US Sanctions Against Russia
BERLIN (AP) — Germany and Austria voiced sharp criticism Thursday of the latest U.S. sanctions against Moscow, saying they could affect European businesses involved in piping in Russian natural gas. The United States Senate voted Wednesday to slap new sanctions on key sectors of Russia’s economy an..
Agencies Slow Methane Rules Opposed by Oil, Gas Industry
The Trump administration delays Obama-era pipeline regulations concerning methane.
Ruling on Dakota Access Pipeline Surprises Oil Industry
U.S. oil industry shocked by judge's ruling concerning the Dakota Accesspipeline construction project.
PHMSA to Hold Public Meetings for Voluntary Information-Sharing System Working Group
PHMSA schedules two public meetings concerning proposed pipeline regulation.
Judge: Redo Part of Analysis for Dakota Access Pipeline
Judge orders the Corps of Engineers to redo its environmental analysis of the Dakota Access pipeline construction project.
Analysts: Much Deeper OPEC Cuts Are Needed
The International Energy Agency had a nasty surprise for OPEC and its partners in the oil output cut agreement today. According to the authority, non-OPEC production in 2018 will increase by 1.5 million barrels daily – a rate that will surpass the growth of global demand. The figure is particularly..
Nebraska Commission Sets Another Hearing for Keystone XL
Nebraska Public Service Commission sets another public hearing for the Keystone XL pipeline construction project.
Pipeline Regulators in Canada, Mexico Sign Agreement
Canada, Mexico agree to work together to improve pipeline regulations.
West Virginia's Senators Push for Appalachian Natural Gas Hub
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia’s U.S. senators have introduced legislation intended to help establish a major natural gas storage and distribution hub in the Appalachian region. Their legislation would designate it a “critical energy infrastructure” project, which they say would make ..
TransCanada Requests U.S. Regulators Pause Pipeline Review
TransCanada wants U.S. regulators to pause their review of the Upland pipeline construction project.
Top Virginia Environmental Official Defends Pipeline Reviews
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality director defends reviews of Atlantic Coast and Mountain Valley pipeline construction projects.
INGAA President Urges Prompt Confirmation of FERC Nominees
Don Santa, president and chief executive officer of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America, yesterday praised the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s decision to “report out” favorably the nominations of Neil Chatterjee and Robert Powelson to serve as members of the Federal ..
Environmental Groups Sue over Pipeline Permitting Decisions
Environmental groups take legal action against Virginia regulator's Atlantic Coast and Mountain Valley pipeline construction project permitting decisions.
Hearings Scheduled on Potential Dakota Access Pipeline Fines
Hearings scheduled decide whether to fine Energy Transfer Partners for violations committed during the Dakota Access pipeline construction project.
Keystone XL Hearing to Take Place Tomorrow
Nebraska town to hold public hearing concerning the Keystone XL pipeline construction project tomorrow.
Proposed Fine on Pipeline Builder Increased in Wetland Spill
The Ohio EPA increases the proposed fine against Energy Transfer Partners for drilling violations pertaining to the Rover pipeline construction project.
New BC Government Could Jeopardize Canadian Oil Exports
The upcoming change in British Columbia’s government could stall the Canadian oil industry’s plans to compete globally by exporting crude to Asia—the world’s fastest growing refining market of which Middle Eastern producers, Russia, and now the U.S. are vying for market share. On Tuesday, the day o..
Minnesota to Open 22 Meetings on Disputed Enbridge Pipeline
Minnesota regulators schedule 22 public meetings for the Line 3 pipeline construction project.
Will Trump Push Back Against Putin’s Pipeline Play?
U.S. lawmakers worry that a new pipeline construction project could enable Russia to further influence other European nations.
USGS Study: Fracking Not Currently Affecting Drinking Water Quality
A new U.S. Geological Survey study shows that unconventional oil and gas production in some areas of Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas is not currently a significant source of methane or benzene to drinking water wells. These production areas include the Eagle Ford, Fayetteville, and Haynesville shale ..
OSHA Announces Inaugural Safe + Sound Week
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has designated June 12-18, 2017, as “Safe + Sound Week,” a new nationwide effort that urges organizations of all sizes in a wide range of industries to raise awareness of the value and importance of workplace safety and hea..
Dakota Access Pipeline Expected to Begin Shipping Today
As the Dakota Access pipeline construction project prepares to ship oil, its developer faces scrutiny for alleged construction violations in North Dakota.
Secretary of the Interior Signs Order to Aid Alaska Oil and Gas Exploration
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke has signed a secretarial order to jump-start Alaskan energy production in the National Petroleum Reserve (NPR-A) and update resource assessments for areas of the North Slope, including the “1002 area” of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The order..
Carbon Emissions Rule in Washington State Faces Legal Challenge
SEATTLE (AP) — Even as the Trump administration seeks to roll back Obama-era rules to curb greenhouse gas emissions at coal-fired power plants, Washington state is forging ahead with its own rules to cap carbon pollution from big industrial facilities. But the state faces legal challenges as ..
Greece Opens Onshore Oil, Gas Blocs For Exploration
Greece will start opening new onshore oil and gas blocks for exploration in 2018, the head of the Hellenic Hydrocarbons Resources Management (HHRM), Yannis Bassias, told Reuters in an interview published on Monday. One of the first areas slated for opening is the region of Grevena in northern Greec..
FERC Won't Let Company Resume Drilling for Gas Pipeline
FERC says Energy Transfer Partners can't resume drilling activities for the Rover pipeline construction project.
- Trump Aims to Revive 1,200-Mile Keystone XL Pipeline Despite Major Challenges
- Valero Considers All Options, Including Sale, for California Refineries Amid Regulatory Pressure
- ConocoPhillips Eyes Sale of $1 Billion Permian Assets Amid Marathon Acquisition
- ONEOK Agrees to Sell Interstate Gas Pipelines to DT Midstream for $1.2 Billion
- Energy Transfer Reaches FID on $2.7 Billion, 2.2 Bcf/d Permian Pipeline
- U.S. LNG Export Growth Faces Uncertainty as Trump’s Tariff Proposal Looms, Analysts Say
- Tullow Oil on Track to Deliver $600 Million Free Cash Flow Over Next 2 Years
- Energy Transfer Reaches FID on $2.7 Billion, 2.2 Bcf/d Permian Pipeline
- GOP Lawmakers Slam New York for Blocking $500 Million Pipeline Project
- Texas Oil Company Challenges $250 Million Insurance Collateral Demand for Pipeline, Offshore Operations
