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First-Ever Gulf of Mexico Wind Auction Results in Only 1 Wind Lease Offshore Louisiana. What Happens Next?

The Energy Law

AUGUST 31, 2023

Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held its long-anticipated offshore wind lease sale for the federal Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) in the Gulf of Mexico (GOM) on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. million winning bid for the lease area offshore Louisiana, submitted by the provisional winner, RWE Offshore US Gulf, LLC (RWE).

Offshore

Offshore Supply Chain Energy Energy

Mitigating Impacts of Offshore Wind: BOEM Draft Guidance Suggests Compensation for Lost Income to Fishermen

The Energy Law

JULY 5, 2022

On June 23, 2022, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) published a draft guidance on mitigating potential impacts of offshore wind development on commercial and recreational fishing. BOEM also recommends gear loss and damage payments. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Offshore

Offshore E&A Management Operator

Department of Interior Takes Steps to Update Offshore Wind Regulatory Scheme

The Energy Law

JANUARY 23, 2023

In advance of holding an offshore wind lease sale in the Gulf of Mexico, which is expected this summer, the Department of Interior recently took several steps to update the offshore wind regulatory framework. BSEE would also review safety management systems and oil spill response plans.

Offshore

Offshore Operator Energy Energy

BOEM Overview of Proposed Gulf of Mexico Offshore Wind Areas and Draft Environmental Assessment

The Energy Law

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) held its third Gulf of Mexico (GOM) Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting on July 27, 2022 (3 rd Meeting). The first two meetings were held on June 15, 2021 , and February 2, 2022 , respectively. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Offshore

Offshore Energy Energy E&A

Tulane Offshore Wind Conference Highlights Next Steps in GOM Offshore Wind Development

The Energy Law

JANUARY 22, 2024

The 2 nd Annual Tulane Offshore Wind Conference capped off Louisiana Offshore Wind Week on Friday, January 19th. The conference included panels of offshore wind energy professionals discussing topics including leasing, permitting, financing, and the supply chain for US offshore wind energy.

Offshore

Offshore Supply Chain E&A Energy

United States Court of Appeals Finds BOEM Environmental Impact Statement Deficient, But Declines to Vacate Leases Issued in 2018 Offshore Lease Sales

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In a recent opinion released by the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, the court declined to vacate a deficient environmental impact statement (“EIS”) prepared in connection with two offshore lease sales held in 2018, the records of decision announcing the sales, or the leases issued.

Offshore

Offshore E&A Government Energy

State, Federal Governments Move Toward Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Within the first six weeks of 2022, both state and federal governments have taken steps toward offshore wind energy development off the coast of Louisiana. The development of offshore wind energy would aid in meeting the State’s goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In addition to Action 1.3,

Government

Government Energy Energy Offshore

What It’s Like To Work On An Offshore Oil Rig

Drillers

MARCH 19, 2020

Working on an offshore oil rig or platform is a unique experience Note: In this article, we’ll use the word ‘rig’ and ‘platform’ almost interchangeably, but a rig does the drilling, and a platform does the pumping. Offshore oil fields represent a substantial portion of the worlds total crude oil output.

Offshore

Offshore Oil Roustabout Derrick Hand

Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 12, 2022

This is the first in a series of articles in which Liskow’s offshore team will discuss the regulatory framework for wind energy projects in federal waters and highlight legal issues pertinent to this dynamic area. To date, the development of offshore wind in federal waters has largely been limited to the east coast.

Energy

Energy Energy Offshore Operator

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR ISSUES 60-DAY MORATORIUM ON FEDERAL LEASING AND DRILLING PERMITS

The Energy Law

JANUARY 21, 2021

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Oil

Oil Gas Offshore E&A

Federal Offshore Pipeline Decommissioning in BOEM Significant Sediment Resource Areas

The Energy Law

MARCH 17, 2020

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. Through MMP, and pursuant to the authority granted by 43 U.S.C. million cubic yards).

Pipeline

Pipeline Offshore E&A Management

Supreme Court Holds State Wage and Hour Laws are Inapplicable to Offshore Drilling Platforms

The Energy Law

JUNE 17, 2019

The plaintiffs in Parker Drilling Management Services, Ltd. Newton , were offshore rig workers who filed a class action asserting that their employer violated California’s minimum wage and overtime laws by failing to pay them for stand-by time while they were on the drilling platform.

Offshore

Offshore E&A Government Oil

Increasing Scrutiny of Foreign Investment in the U.S.: BOEM Puts Companies on Notice of Potential CFIUS Review of Bids at Upcoming Federal Offshore Lease Sale

The Energy Law

MARCH 2, 2020

real estate transactions, which could encompass federal offshore leasing. Privacy Policy: By subscribing to Liskow & Lewis’ E-Communications, you will receive articles and blogs with insight and analysis of legal issues that may impact your industry. In addition to addressing acquisitions of U.S. businesses and investing in U.S.

Offshore

Offshore E&A Education Casing

Public Comment Period Extended for GOM Wind Energy Areas and Draft Environmental Assessment

The Energy Law

AUGUST 11, 2022

In response to multiple requests from stakeholders and interested parties during the third Gulf of Mexico (GOM) Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting , the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management agreed to extend the public comment periods for the two potential wind energy areas (WEAs) and the draft Environmental Assessment (EA).

Energy

Energy Energy E&A Education

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR ISSUES 60-DAY MORATORIUM ON FEDERAL LEASING AND DRILLING PERMITS

The Energy Law

JANUARY 21, 2021

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Oil

Oil Offshore E&A Gas

2023 Begins With Increased (or Unlimited) Liability for Vessel Owners

The Energy Law

JANUARY 31, 2023

11] The Coast Guard is not responsible for adjusting OPA limits for offshore facilities (other than deepwater ports). 11] The Coast Guard is not responsible for adjusting OPA limits for offshore facilities (other than deepwater ports). Those limits were last increased in 2018 to $137,659,500 by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. [12]

Oil

Oil Offshore Pipeline E&A

EPA’s Proposed Rule on Vessel Incidental Discharges Brings VIDA One Step Closer to Full Implementation

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The SNPR presents new data on ballast water management systems and solicits public comments on the standards and definitions applicable to ballast tanks, hulls and associated niche areas, and graywater systems. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Management

Management E&P E&A Operator

DOI Regulatory Agenda Includes BSEE Rulemakings on Decommissioning and Bonding for Civil Penalty Appeals

The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Department of the Interior (“DOI”) recently published its semi-annual regulatory agenda, which includes two new planned rulemakings affecting federal offshore leases. 250.1409 (applicable to appeals of penalties assessed to federal offshore oil, gas, and sulphur leases) and § 290.4 9598 (Feb. 250.1403; NTL No. 86285 (Dec.

Offshore

Offshore Pipeline E&A Abandonment

BSEE’s Updated Decommissioning Rules Address RUEs and Formalize Predecessor Enforcement Practices

The Energy Law

MAY 4, 2023

What started in 2020 as a proposed joint rulemaking between the DOI’s Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (“BSEE”) and Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (“BOEM”) was recently finalized as a stand-alone BSEE rule addressing decommissioning. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Exploration and Production

Exploration and Production E&A Casing Operator

USCG Issues First Guidance on Safer Seas Act Camera Requirements

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In instances where a vessel is mandated, or voluntarily chooses to maintain a Safety Management System (SMS), the company and vessel policies and procedures for conducting and documenting training must be included in the SMS.” Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

E&A

E&A Operator Offshore Education

EPA and Army Corps Release New WOTUS Rule

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

For example, in Louisiana, the Department of Natural Resources’ Office of Coastal Management (OCM) regulates activities that occur in wetlands when they would have a significant impact on coastal resources and coastal waters of the state. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

E&A

E&A Casing Mechanic IT

Renewable Energy Efforts Highlighted in Draft Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Louisiana

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Some of the actions are related to development of renewable energy in Louisiana, whereas others aim to manage emissions. The Draft Portfolio contains 29 strategies, with various amounts of specific actions to carry out each strategy. For example, strategy 9 is to “increase resources for decommissioning legacy oil and gas infrastructure.”

Energy

Energy Energy Gas Offshore

With A New Regulatory Framework On The Horizon, There Is Still Much Uncertainty Concerning The Future Of Offshore Carbon Storage

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In the meantime, more questions than answers remain regarding the regulatory framework for offshore CCS. One issue is the method Interior will use to authorize offshore CCS – by lease, easement, or right-of-way (or some combination thereof).

Offshore

Offshore Operator E&A Pipeline

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

JUNE 9, 2021

On June 8, 2021, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a Request for Interest (RFI) to assess interest in possible commercial wind energy leasing in the Gulf of Mexico OCS. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.

Energy

Energy Energy E&A Education

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

JUNE 9, 2021

On June 8, 2021, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a Request for Interest (RFI) to assess interest in possible commercial wind energy leasing in the Gulf of Mexico OCS. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.

Energy

Energy Energy E&A Education

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

JUNE 9, 2021

On June 8, 2021, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a Request for Interest (RFI) to assess interest in possible commercial wind energy leasing in the Gulf of Mexico OCS. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.

Energy

Energy Energy E&A Education

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

JUNE 9, 2021

On June 8, 2021, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued a Request for Interest (RFI) to assess interest in possible commercial wind energy leasing in the Gulf of Mexico OCS. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.

Energy

Energy Energy E&A Education

Decentralisation – pivotal redesign of today’s energy systems

Yokogawa

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

In my previous article , I outlined possible decarbonization scenarios. Centralized energy systems are always working the balance between the demand and supply side, which is managed by TSOs (Transmission System Operators). Offgrids can be one of the enablers for scaling up green hydrogen generation on offshore platforms.

Energy

Energy Energy Utilities IT

Department of Interior Proposes New Financial Assurance and Decommissioning Regulations

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (“BOEM”) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (“BSEE”) recently issued a proposed rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention (“Proposed Rule”), which was published in the Federal Register on October 16, 2020 and is now open for public comment.

Pipeline

Pipeline Operator E&A Abandonment

USCG Updates Guidance on Safer Seas Act Compliance, Continuing to Show Strict Interpretation and Enforcement of Its Requirements

The Energy Law

JANUARY 5, 2024

3 : USCG Oversight of Safety Management Systems on U.S. CVC Policy Letter 23-05: Surveillance Equipment Requirements Question: Our company currently intends to manage surveillance with shoreside personnel. Flag Vessels With the inclusion of the FAQs section in MSIB 13-23-CH01, the U.S.

IT

IT Control Systems E&A Electronics

Department of Interior Proposes New Financial Assurance and Decommissioning Regulations

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (“BOEM”) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (“BSEE”) recently issued a proposed rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention (“Proposed Rule”), which was published in the Federal Register on October 16, 2020 and is now open for public comment.

Pipeline

Pipeline Exploration and Production Operator E&A

Louisiana’s Future in Offshore Wind: Takeaways from Louisiana Wind Week

The Energy Law

JULY 2, 2021

Last week, the Louisiana Governor’s Office hosted Louisiana Wind Week 2021 to assess Louisiana’s future in offshore wind energy development. Louisiana Wind Week followed the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)’s first Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting, which was held on June 15.

Offshore

Offshore Supply Chain Energy Energy

Louisiana’s Future in Offshore Wind: Takeaways from Louisiana Wind Week

The Energy Law

JULY 2, 2021

Last week, the Louisiana Governor’s Office hosted Louisiana Wind Week 2021 to assess Louisiana’s future in offshore wind energy development. Louisiana Wind Week followed the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)’s first Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force meeting, which was held on June 15.

Offshore

Offshore Supply Chain Energy Energy

Governor Edwards Indicates that Offshore Wind is on the Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Governor John Bel Edwards has identified offshore wind energy as a feature component of his recently announced renewable energy initiative for the Gulf of Mexico. One topic of discussion at the meeting was offshore energy production. offshore wind energy. Click here to read more about offshore wind energy.

Offshore

Offshore Energy Energy Management

Governor Edwards Indicates that Offshore Wind is on the Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Governor John Bel Edwards has identified offshore wind energy as a feature component of his recently announced renewable energy initiative for the Gulf of Mexico. One topic of discussion at the meeting was offshore energy production. offshore wind energy. Click here to read more about offshore wind energy.

Offshore

Offshore Energy Energy Management

EJ Evolution: Environmental Justice Takes to the Sea

The Energy Law

JUNE 14, 2023

Similarly, the proposed Ocean Justice Strategy, once developed, will likely impact how federal agencies evaluate ocean justice considerations in federal offshore and coastal activities, including the issuance of federal permits. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Government

Government Offshore E&A Education

EJ Evolution: EPA Closes Title VI Investigations into LDEQ and LDH

The Energy Law

JUNE 30, 2023

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E&A

E&A IT Education Offshore

DOI Announcement of a Proposed Rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

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Management

Management E&A Pipeline Insurance

DOI Announcement of a Proposed Rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Privacy Policy: By subscribing to Liskow & Lewis’ E-Communications, you will receive articles and blogs with insight and analysis of legal issues that may impact your industry. The Blog/Web Site should not be used as a substitute for legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state regarding a particular matter.

Management

Management Exploration and Production E&A Pipeline

U.S. Supreme Court Issues Major Environmental Decision Narrowing the Scope of the Clean Water Act

The Energy Law

MAY 26, 2023

In Louisiana, the Department of Natural Resources’ Office of Coastal Management (OCM) regulates activities that occur in wetlands when they would have a significant impact on coastal resources and coastal waters of the state. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

Casing

Casing E&A IT Pipeline

First-Ever Gulf of Mexico Wind Auction Results in Only 1 Wind Lease Offshore Louisiana. What Happens Next?

Mitigating Impacts of Offshore Wind: BOEM Draft Guidance Suggests Compensation for Lost Income to Fishermen

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Department of Interior Takes Steps to Update Offshore Wind Regulatory Scheme

BOEM Overview of Proposed Gulf of Mexico Offshore Wind Areas and Draft Environmental Assessment

Tulane Offshore Wind Conference Highlights Next Steps in GOM Offshore Wind Development

United States Court of Appeals Finds BOEM Environmental Impact Statement Deficient, But Declines to Vacate Leases Issued in 2018 Offshore Lease Sales

State, Federal Governments Move Toward Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

What It’s Like To Work On An Offshore Oil Rig

Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Mexico

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR ISSUES 60-DAY MORATORIUM ON FEDERAL LEASING AND DRILLING PERMITS

Federal Offshore Pipeline Decommissioning in BOEM Significant Sediment Resource Areas

Supreme Court Holds State Wage and Hour Laws are Inapplicable to Offshore Drilling Platforms

Increasing Scrutiny of Foreign Investment in the U.S.: BOEM Puts Companies on Notice of Potential CFIUS Review of Bids at Upcoming Federal Offshore Lease Sale

Public Comment Period Extended for GOM Wind Energy Areas and Draft Environmental Assessment

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR ISSUES 60-DAY MORATORIUM ON FEDERAL LEASING AND DRILLING PERMITS

2023 Begins With Increased (or Unlimited) Liability for Vessel Owners

EPA’s Proposed Rule on Vessel Incidental Discharges Brings VIDA One Step Closer to Full Implementation

DOI Regulatory Agenda Includes BSEE Rulemakings on Decommissioning and Bonding for Civil Penalty Appeals

BSEE’s Updated Decommissioning Rules Address RUEs and Formalize Predecessor Enforcement Practices

USCG Issues First Guidance on Safer Seas Act Camera Requirements

EPA and Army Corps Release New WOTUS Rule

Renewable Energy Efforts Highlighted in Draft Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Louisiana

With A New Regulatory Framework On The Horizon, There Is Still Much Uncertainty Concerning The Future Of Offshore Carbon Storage

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

BOEM Assessing Interest in Wind Energy Leasing in the Gulf of Mexico

Decentralisation – pivotal redesign of today’s energy systems

Department of Interior Proposes New Financial Assurance and Decommissioning Regulations

USCG Updates Guidance on Safer Seas Act Compliance, Continuing to Show Strict Interpretation and Enforcement of Its Requirements

Department of Interior Proposes New Financial Assurance and Decommissioning Regulations

Louisiana’s Future in Offshore Wind: Takeaways from Louisiana Wind Week

Louisiana’s Future in Offshore Wind: Takeaways from Louisiana Wind Week

Governor Edwards Indicates that Offshore Wind is on the Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico

Governor Edwards Indicates that Offshore Wind is on the Horizon in the Gulf of Mexico

EJ Evolution: Environmental Justice Takes to the Sea

EJ Evolution: EPA Closes Title VI Investigations into LDEQ and LDH

DOI Announcement of a Proposed Rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention

DOI Announcement of a Proposed Rule on Risk Management, Financial Assurance and Loss Prevention

U.S. Supreme Court Issues Major Environmental Decision Narrowing the Scope of the Clean Water Act

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