North America
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.
Woodside Weighs Trump Tariff Impact on $1.2 Billion Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy is evaluating the impact of U.S. tariffs on its $1.2 billion Louisiana LNG project as it moves closer to a final investment decision. The company is also exploring equity sell-downs and new partnerships to strengthen project economics.
EQT to Buy Olympus Energy Assets for $1.8 Billion to Boost Marcellus Presence
EQT Corp. will acquire Olympus Energy's upstream and midstream assets for $1.8 billion, aiming to boost its footprint in the Marcellus shale region. The deal adds over a decade of high-quality inventory and strengthens EQT’s natural gas position.
FERC’s Willie Phillips Exits Early, Opening Door for Trump to Shift Commission Balance
Democratic FERC Commissioner Willie Phillips steps down early, reportedly after a request from the Trump administration, creating an opportunity for Republicans to gain a majority on the powerful energy regulatory body.
Phillips 66 Challenges Elliott Over Citgo Conflict in Boardroom Battle
Phillips 66 is accusing activist investor Elliott of a conflict of interest tied to Citgo as a shareholder battle over board seats and the company’s future strategy escalates.
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.
Drivers at Energy Transfer Push to Decertify Steelworkers Union in Three States
Drivers at Energy Transfer locations across Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana have petitioned for a vote to remove the United Steelworkers union, potentially affecting over 420 workers in the oil and gas transportation sector.
Five U.S. Petroleum Liquids Pipelines Completed in 2024, EIA Reports
Five petroleum liquids pipelines, including major NGL and refined products systems in Texas, were completed in the U.S. during 2024, according to EIA data. The projects add capacity from the Permian Basin to key refining and storage hubs.
Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
Valero says it plans to shut or restructure its California refinery by April 2026 and has booked a $1.1 billion impairment as regulatory pressure increases.
U.S.-China Trade War Reshapes Global LPG Flows, Pressures Prices
China is shifting away from U.S. LPG imports due to new tariffs, boosting demand for Middle East supply and altering global liquefied petroleum gas trade routes. The disruption is expected to affect prices, inventories, and global petrochemical markets.
FERC-NERC Report Highlights Improved Winter Resilience of U.S. Natural Gas System
A new FERC-NERC report highlights improved winter resilience of the U.S. natural gas system, citing reliable performance during January 2025’s record-setting arctic blast and reduced disruptions compared to past storms.
$182 Million Gas Pipeline Replacement Project Kicks Off in Southeast Michigan
Consumers Energy has launched its $182 million Four Cities Metro Pipeline project to upgrade aging gas infrastructure in metro Detroit, enhancing service reliability through 2029.
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.
U.S. Natural Gas Prices Hover Near 10-Week Low as Market Awaits Storage Data
U.S. natural gas futures held near a 10-week low on April 17 as the market waited for direction from a federal report expected to show that energy firms added less gas to storage than usual last week as cool weather kept heating demand for the fuel higher than normal for this time of year.
India Considers Dropping Tariffs on U.S. Ethane, LPG in Trade Talks
India is considering removing import duties on U.S. ethane and LPG as part of ongoing trade talks with Washington aimed at reducing its trade surplus and tariff burden, sources say.
Enbridge Claims LNG Edge with Links to Every U.S. Gulf Coast Export Terminal
Enbridge says its natural gas transmission system is now connected to every operating liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the U.S. Gulf Coast, positioning the company as a key midstream player supporting America’s global LNG dominance.
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.
Australia's Woodside to Supply Louisiana LNG to Germany’s Uniper Under New Deal
Woodside Energy has signed LNG supply agreements with Germany’s Uniper for up to 2 million tonnes per annum, including long-term deliveries from its Louisiana LNG project. The deal supports Germany’s gas-fired power capacity.
Santos Eyes Early Start for Alaska Oil Project as Revenue Slips
Santos said its Pikka Phase 1 oil project in Alaska could begin production earlier than expected, despite a 7% drop in first-quarter revenue due to weaker crude sales and LNG prices. Analysts welcomed the potential early output.
Kinder Morgan Holds Profit Outlook as Natural Gas Demand Climbs
Kinder Morgan maintained its 2025 profit forecast, citing strong natural gas demand despite tariff-driven market uncertainty. The pipeline operator said LNG growth and data center usage continue to support bullish long-term trends.
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.
Army Corps Grants Emergency Status for Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel, Fast-Tracking Pipeline Permit
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has granted emergency status to Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project, expediting a key federal permit under President Trump’s energy emergency order. The move could accelerate pipeline construction beneath the Great Lakes.
Venture Global Starts Commercial Operations at Calcasieu Pass LNG Plant
Venture Global LNG has launched commercial operations at its Calcasieu Pass plant in Louisiana after more than three years of commissioning. The company will now begin long-term deliveries, though arbitration disputes with major buyers remain ongoing.
Australia's Woodside Hires Mexico Pacific CEO Bairstow to Lead Louisiana LNG Project
Woodside Energy has appointed Sarah Bairstow, CEO of Mexico Pacific, as senior vice president of its Louisiana LNG project. The move follows Woodside's recent $5.7 billion deal with Stonepeak to reduce its stake in the U.S. LNG plant.
414-Mile Iroquois Pipeline Expansions Clear Regulatory Hurdle in New York
New York clears key air permits for the 414-mile Iroquois Pipeline Expansion Project, advancing a compression-only upgrade aimed at ensuring gas reliability for downstate utilities despite climate policy concerns.
Vaquero Midstream Secures $400 Million for Delaware Basin Expansion Projects
Vaquero Midstream has secured a $400 million credit facility to support Delaware Basin expansion projects planned for 2025 and 2026, enhancing its gas gathering and processing infrastructure.
FERC Approves Enstor’s 33.5 Bcf Mississippi Gas Storage Expansion Project
FERC has approved Enstor’s plan to expand its Mississippi Hub gas storage facility, adding 33.5 Bcf of capacity by 2028 to support growing LNG and power generation demand in the Southeast.
ArcLight to Acquire Ownership Stakes in Kleen Power Gas Plant
ArcLight Capital Partners has signed definitive agreements to acquire equity interests in Kleen Energy Systems, a 620-megawatt natural gas-fired power plant in Connecticut, from Osaka Gas USA Corporation and Kyuden International Americas Inc.
- Missouri Loses Control Over 1.5 Million-Mile Gas Pipeline Network as Feds Step In
- 1,000-Mile Pipeline Exit Plan by Hope Gas Alarms West Virginia Producers
- Valero Plans to Shut California Refinery, Takes $1.1 Billion Hit
- Greenpeace Ordered to Pay $667 Million to Energy Transfer Over Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
- Canada’s Canceled Oil Pipelines: The Projects That Didn’t Make It
- New Alternatives for Noise Reduction in Gas Pipelines
- Colonial Pipeline's Main Gasoline Artery Shut for Leak Investigation Through Friday
- Michigan Court Backs Permits for Enbridge’s Line 5 Pipeline Tunnel Project
- Editor’s Notebook: Fire Fuels Pipeline Concerns
- Missouri Loses Control Over 1.5 Million-Mile Gas Pipeline Network as Feds Step In
