Community & Environment
First Nations Sue Canada Over Laws Fast-Tracking Pipeline Projects
Nine First Nations groups across Ontario have filed a constitutional challenge against new provincial and federal laws that fast-track infrastructure and energy project approvals.
Cost Remains Top Hurdle as Renewable Natural Gas Projects Expand
Contributing Editor Richard Nemec examines the surging interest in renewable natural gas across North America and Europe — and why steep capital costs, policy uncertainty, and infrastructure challenges still threaten to slow growth even as global demand intensifies.
Australia Extends Review of Woodside’s North West Shelf LNG Plan
Woodside Energy and the Australian government have extended the consultation period for environmental conditions tied to the North West Shelf LNG project extension. The move follows conditional approval last month and comes amid concerns over emissions and impacts to Indigenous cultural heritage near the Burrup Peninsula site.
Oil Leak Shuts Pipeline Feeding Libya’s Largest Refinery
Libya’s National Oil Corporation halted flow from the Hamada oilfields after an oil leak was detected on a pipeline near the Zawiya refinery, the country’s largest. Recovery and investigation efforts are underway to address environmental impacts.
Occidental, ADNOC’s XRG Team Up on $500 Million Texas DAC Hub
Occidental and ADNOC’s XRG have signed an agreement to explore a joint venture for a South Texas Direct Air Capture facility that could remove 500,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually, with XRG considering a $500 million investment in the project.
Iowa Senate Passes Bill Tightening Rules on Carbon Pipeline Land Seizures
The Iowa Senate passed a bill tightening requirements for carbon pipeline companies to use eminent domain, adding landowner protections and new limits on pipeline operations amid growing pushback from rural communities.
Venture Global Pushes FERC to Reapprove CP2 LNG Project in Louisiana
Venture Global is urging FERC to reapprove its CP2 LNG terminal in Louisiana—set to be the largest in the U.S.—following a completed environmental review showing no significant air quality impacts.
Aemetis, Centuri Sign $27 Million Deal to Build RNG Systems for 15 California Dairies
Aemetis has signed a $27 million deal with Centuri to build gas cleanup systems for 15 California dairies, part of its plan to scale renewable natural gas production across 50 farms.
Exxon to Supply Marubeni with Low-Carbon Ammonia from Baytown Hydrogen Project
Exxon Mobil signed its first customer agreement for its planned Baytown hydrogen facility, agreeing to supply Marubeni with 250,000 metric tons of low-carbon ammonia annually. The deal is contingent on a final investment decision expected in 2025.
Democratic States Sue to Block Trump’s National 'Energy Emergency'
Fifteen Democratic state attorneys general have sued to block President Trump’s national energy emergency order, arguing it unlawfully bypasses environmental reviews to fast-track energy project permits.
Mexico's Pemex Reports Leaks on Oil Pipeline Supplying Dos Bocas Terminal
Pemex reported and addressed leaks on an oil pipeline transporting crude from its Akal-C platform to the Dos Bocas terminal in Tabasco, Mexico, with cleanup underway and operations set to resume.
Freedom CNG Acquires X3CNG, Lancer Energy to Expand Western RNG Footprint
Freedom CNG expanded its Western U.S. renewable fuel network with the acquisitions of Colorado-based X3CNG and Utah-based Lancer Energy, enhancing its CNG and RNG fueling capabilities.
Nigeria’s Renaissance Halts Oil Production After Pipeline Spill
Nigeria’s Renaissance Africa Energy has halted oil production after a spill on the Okordia-Rumuekpe pipeline, with initial reports citing possible vandalism in the oil-rich Niger Delta.
Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel Permit Decision Expected This Fall
Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project is advancing toward a key milestone, with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers targeting a fall decision on the project’s permit following a public comment period set for late May.
Three Killed, Two Injured in Accident at LNG Construction Site in Texas
Three workers were killed and two others injured early Tuesday in an accident at Sempra's Port Arthur LNG construction site in Texas. Lead contractor Bechtel has suspended operations while the incident is investigated.
Congress Renews Efforts to Improve Pipeline Safety Law
The Trump administration appears to be more interested in energizing the federal pipeline safety regulator than the Biden administration ever was.
Processing Raw Biogas into RNG for Pipeline Blending
In these days of growing efforts to reduce the effects of climate change, the agriculture sector is often cited as a major source of greenhouse gases (GHGs), including methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), with those two sources combined accounting for about 10% of global non-carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Judge Faults Army Corps Over Pipeline Protests, Awards North Dakota $28 Million
A federal judge awarded North Dakota nearly $28 million from the U.S. government to cover costs tied to the Dakota Access pipeline protests, citing federal negligence during the 2016-2017 demonstrations.
Netherlands Commits to Carbon Storage Project After Shell, Total Withdraw from Pipeline Plans
The Netherlands has pledged $726 million to support its largest carbon storage project after Shell and TotalEnergies withdrew from investing in pipeline infrastructure. The move aims to keep the Aramis project on track to meet 2030 climate goals.
Valero Confirms Benicia Refinery Closure Amid Tough Regulations, High Costs
Valero Energy plans to shut down its Benicia, California, refinery by April 2026, citing a challenging regulatory environment and high maintenance costs. The closure adds to growing concerns about fuel supply in the state.
UK, Eni Greenlight Liverpool Bay CCS Project with New Pipeline Network
UK and Italian energy firm Eni have approved the launch of the Liverpool Bay carbon capture project, which includes construction of a 22-mile pipeline network to transport industrial CO₂ for offshore storage as part of the HyNet CCS cluster.
BGE Refutes Claims of Pipeline Safety Risks Tied to Falsified Contractor Audit
BGE has rejected claims by the Maryland PSC that its gas pipeline safety was compromised due to a former employee’s falsified inspection. The company insists no systemwide risks exist and defends its disciplinary handling of the matter.
South Dakota Rejects 700-Mile Carbon Pipeline Permit for Summit Carbon Solutions
South Dakota regulators have denied Summit Carbon Solutions' permit to build 700 miles of its planned carbon dioxide pipeline through the state, citing route viability and landowner opposition.
Miami LNG Rebrands as Sawgrass LNG & Power, Expands Clean Energy Services
Miami LNG has rebranded as Sawgrass LNG & Power, expanding its focus on clean LNG and power solutions for customers across the Southeastern U.S. and the Caribbean.
Aemetis Secures $31 Million in Biodiesel Orders for India’s Blending Push
Aemetis' Universal Biofuels secures $31 million in biodiesel orders from Indian Oil Marketing Companies, supporting the country’s push toward a 5% biodiesel blend by 2030.
Environmental Groups Brace for Legal Fight Over Trump’s Energy Rollbacks
Environmental groups are ramping up legal teams in anticipation of challenging President Trump’s sweeping energy deregulation orders, which bypass public input and aim to sunset federal rules.
Intensity Launches Open Season for 208-Mile Bakken Gas Pipeline Expansion
Intensity Infrastructure has launched an open season for the Phase II Extension of its Bakken natural gas pipeline, seeking customer interest for a 208-mile expansion across eastern North Dakota.
Delfin Secures Final Permits for First U.S. Offshore LNG Export Facility
Delfin Midstream received final federal permits to launch the first U.S. offshore LNG export facility, securing MARAD and DOE approvals to move forward with its Louisiana Gulf project.
NeuVentus Gets Green Light for Gas, Liquids Storage at Texas Salt Caverns
NeuVentus received approval to develop 12 salt caverns for gas and liquids storage at its TRU Hub project in Liberty County, Texas. The facility will serve growing demand from LNG, data centers, and industrial users along the Gulf Coast.
Dozens Exit U.S. EIA, Threatening Release of Critical Energy Data, Sources Say
A wave of resignations at the U.S. Energy Information Administration is raising concerns about the future of key energy reports used by traders and industry leaders worldwide. Sources say dozens of employees have departed or accepted buyouts.
- Kinder Morgan Proposes 290-Mile Gas Pipeline Expansion Spanning Three States
- Enbridge Plans 86-Mile Pipeline Expansion, Bringing 850 Workers to Northern B.C.
- Intensity, Rainbow Energy to Build 344-Mile Gas Pipeline Across North Dakota
- U.S. Moves to Block Enterprise Products’ Exports to China Over Security Risk
- Court Ruling Allows MVP’s $500 Million Southgate Pipeline Extension to Proceed
- U.S. Pipeline Expansion to Add 99 Bcf/d, Mostly for LNG Export, Report Finds
- A Systematic Approach To Ensuring Pipeline Integrity
- 275-Mile Texas-to-Oklahoma Gas Pipeline Enters Open Season
- LNG Canada Start-Up Fails to Lift Gas Prices Amid Supply Glut
- Kinder Morgan Gas Volumes Climb as Power, LNG Demand Boost Pipeline Business
