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EPA Issues New Air Regulations for the Oil and Natural Gas Industry

The Energy Law

The rule aims to reduce levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released during well completion. Prior to January 1, 2015, operators may use flaring to reduce such emissions.

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Federal Offshore Pipeline Decommissioning in BOEM Significant Sediment Resource Areas

The Energy Law

Prior to 2015, BSEE routinely granted applications to decommission pipelines in place pursuant to 30 C.F.R. In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of denials of applications to decommission offshore pipelines in place in a departure from the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement’s (“BSEE”) longstanding practices.

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Climate Change Jurisdiction: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit Kicks Climate Change Case Back to State Court

The Energy Law

Amidst historically low oil prices and economic shutdowns, fossil fuel companies continue to defend against lawsuits brought by state and local governments claiming climate-change related damages. 1442(a)(1). In City of Oakland et al. 1442(a)(1). 1442(a)(1).

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The Supreme Court’s Adopted Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure: A Welcome Emphasis on Cooperative Case Management and Cost-Effective Discovery

The Energy Law

On April 29, 2015, the United States Supreme Court adopted the long anticipated amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Pending Congressional review, the amendments will become law on December 1, 2015. A complete set of the amended and adopted rules may be accessed by clicking here. [1]

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President Biden Faces Constitutional Challenges to Revocation of Keystone XL Permit

The Energy Law

2015 aerial photograph. In November 2015, President Obama announced that the cross-border permit would again be denied, asserting the project would have a negative impact on the country’s efforts to combat climate change and an insignificant impact on the economy, U.S. -Canada border in Montana. Constitution. Gulf Coast.

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President Biden Faces Constitutional Challenges to Revocation of Keystone XL Permit

The Energy Law

2015 aerial photograph. In November 2015, President Obama announced that the cross-border permit would again be denied, asserting the project would have a negative impact on the country’s efforts to combat climate change and an insignificant impact on the economy, U.S. -Canada border in Montana. Constitution. Background. Gulf Coast.