Editor's Notebook

In this month’s Editor’s Notebook, Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed examines the latest legal turn for Enbridge’s Line 5 after an appellate court ruling sent the case to the U.S. Supreme Court, where observers expect a more favorable outcome for the pipeline.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed examines how data centers’ surging power needs are reshaping pipeline development, with midstream companies racing to build laterals and gas-fired generation to meet rising AI and cloud computing demand.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed examines reports of a growing Russia-China energy alliance, including plans for hydrogen production, renewable power development, and the long-delayed Power of Siberia-2 pipeline.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed explores the growing challenges facing the midstream workforce, including the looming retirement wave and how companies are responding through mentorship, partnerships, and emerging technologies.

In this month's Editor's Notebook, Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed unpacks how federal regulators stepped in to take control of Missouri’s natural gas pipeline safety enforcement after years of inadequate penalties, and what it means for the Show-Me State’s residents, utilities and lawmakers.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed unpacks the legal drama between Energy Transfer and Greenpeace, as a North Dakota jury awards the pipeline company nearly $667 million in damages. While Greenpeace seeks protection under European anti-SLAPP laws, the case highlights the growing global intersection of activism, infrastructure, and legal accountability.

Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed examines how recent West Coast wildfires exposed vulnerabilities in fuel supply chains, leading to temporary pipeline shutdowns and regional fuel concerns. While quick action restored operations, the incident underscores the importance of pipeline resilience and emergency preparedness.

Pipeline & Gas Journal Editor-in-Chief Michael Reed discusses how a potential second Trump administration could spur renewed investment in midstream, though challenges like permitting hurdles and production growth limits may temper expectations.

In this exclusive Pipeline & Gas Journal article, Enbridge unveils plans for two new offshore pipelines in the Gulf of Mexico to support bp's Kaskida project, showcasing the region's ongoing oil and gas infrastructure expansion.

With the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) giving its blessing to Chevron’s acquisition of oil and gas explorer and producer Hess, we find ourselves firmly entrenched in the era of the oil and gas mega-deal.

For a couple of months now, U.S. West Coast oil refiners have been voicing concerns about some of the attributes of crude oil being shipped along the recently completed Trans Mountain pipeline expansion (TMX) from Canada.

Is it just me or does the decision by the D.C. appeals court to throw out FERC’s approval of a Williams Cos. pipeline project due to the regulator’s “arbitrary and capricious” review process seem a bit more short-sighted than usual?

Pipeline & Gas Journal Exclusive: Alaska’s ambitious LNG pipeline project might seem like a game-changer, but significant hurdles remain. In this Editor’s Notebook, we dive into the latest developments, investor concerns, and what it all means for the future of U.S. energy exports. Can the Last Frontier overcome the odds?

(P&GJ) — South Dakota's new bill empowers landowners to challenge forced easements for CO2 pipelines, enhancing rights amid eminent domain concerns. The legislation impacts projects like Summit Carbon Solutions, aiming for fairer terms and compensation for affected property owners.

As the 580-mile Matterhorn Express prepares to go into service next quarter, a new long-haul gas pipeline is looking to step forward as the next major Gulf Coast midstream project.