Pipelines
New Reports of Spills Along Line 3 Construction Route
Regulators in Minnesota report new releases of drilling fluid along the Line 3 pipeline.
Notice of Violation Issued After Treated Wastewater Spill
Delaware officials issued a notice of violation after a contractor damaged a pipeline and treated wastewater spill into a creek.
Regulators Plan to Fine Pipeline Operators for Safety Issues
Federal regulators plan to fine the operator of the Dakota Access Pipeline over safety violations.
Construction Begins on ND Natural Gas Pipeline Project
WBI Energy begins construction on the North Bakken Expansion project in North Dakota.
Federal Court Increases Democratic Leverage at FERC on Pipeline Standards
A federal court decision to stop the operation of a Spire pipeline led to the consideration of changes to the pipeline policy standards.
US Appeals Court Ruling Setback for St. Louis-Area Pipeline
A federal court struck down the approval of a 65-mile natural gas pipeline.
New Infrastructure Connects West Texas Natural Gas Producing Areas to Demand Markets
Pipeline projects in Texas and Mexico have increased natural gas transportation capacity.
Natural Gas Terminal Plans in Oregon on Pause
A liquified natural gas pipeline is on pause after Oregon officials reversed two of its permits.
Oil Pipeline Builder Agrees to Halt Eminent Domain Lawsuits
An oil pipeline builder has agreed to stop a lawsuit against residents who did not agree to sell land access to build the pipeline.
Size of Pipeline Spill Again Underestimated in North Carolina
A major pipeline in the U.S. was underestimated by the amount of fuel spilled which is now estimated to be more than 1.2 million gallons spilled.
Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania Proposes Aging Infrastructure Upgrades
Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania has proposed infrastructure upgrades to its underground natural gas distribution pipelines.
Texas Oil Company Agrees to Fine for Wastewater Spill
Merit Energy Company is held responsible for a 2018 spill and agrees to pay a $115,000 fine for the damages.
Natural Gas Pipeline Projects Increase U.S. Transportation Capacity
Four natural gas pipeline projects have recently began service throughout the U.S. which increased transportation capacity.
Pipeline Developer Awards Grants to Promote Conservation
The Mountain Valley Pipeline developers have awarded nearly half a million dollars in grants to promote conservation and recreation along parts of the Appalachian Trail.
Montana County Approves Permit for an Under River Pipeline
A permit has been approved in Montana County to build a gas pipeline under the Gallatin River.
Georgia Pipeline Begins Serving Residents Who Fear Well Water
Some residents in a middle Georgia county believe that their wells are poisoned by coal ash will receive piped in water.
Supreme Court to Hear New Jersey Natural Gas Pipeline Case
The Supreme Court will hear an appeal involving a 116-mile natural gas pipeline to be built on state-controlled land.
Grant Awarded to EPCOR to Build Reclaimed Water Pipeline
EPCOR USA had received a grant to build a reclaimed water pipeline in Arizona.
Report: Gas Pipeline Builder Changed Plans Without Approval
A report found that Vermont Gas made several changes to an approved construction plan for a gas pipeline without informing the Public Utility Commission.
Great Lakes Oil Pipeline Tunnel Permits Approved
The Great Lakes Oil Pipeline replacement has been approved by Michigan's environmental agency.
Court Upholds Order for Dakota Access Environmental Review
A court order requires an environmental impact review to assess the environmental concerns surrounding The Dakota Access pipeline.
Keystone XL Termination Causes Widespread Job Loss
President Joe Biden halted the Keystone XL pipeline which led to widespread job loss.
8 Arrested in Protest Over Line 3 Pipeline Project
Eight people were arrested during a protest against the Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project.
Kinder Morgan Announces Commercial In-Service for New Pipeline
The Permian Highway Pipeline began full commercial in-service on January 1.
Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline Opponents Sue to Shut Down Minnesota Construction
Opponents of the Enbridge Line 3 Pipeline Project sue over environmental concerns.
INGAA, API Laud Congressional Passage of PIPES Act
The Interstate Natural Gas Association of America and the American Petroleum Institute applaud Congress for passing the PIPES Act.
Gas Pipeline Project Halted Amid Pandemic
A gas pipeline from New Mexico to Texas has stopped construction due to COVID-19.
Enbridge to Begin Line 3 Replacement Project
Enbridge has received all permits and approvals needed to begin the company's Line 3 Replacement Project.
Consumers Energy Completes Four-Year Saginaw Trail Pipeline Project
Consumers Energy completed the construction of the Saginaw Trail Pipeline to upgrade 90 miles of natural gas pipelines and infrastructure in Michigan.
Canada Energy Regulators Support NOVA Mainline Expansion Project
NOVA Gas Transmission's Edson Mainline Expansion Project that involves approximately 85 km of natural gas pipeline loops awaits approval from the federal Cabinet.
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- OSHA penalizes Houston contractor over safety violations resulting in worker's death
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- Michigan lawmakers introduce bills to create septic codes throughout the state
- Indiana American Water to gain 8,000 water customers with Silver Creek Water acquisition
- Arkansas governor allocates $42 million for water infrastructure projects
- Federal judge finds Flint, Mich, in contempt over lead water pipe crisis