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Texas Supreme Court Holds That Production Payments Were Properly Withheld as a Matter of Law When a Future Event Could Have Affected Distribution of Those Payments

The Energy Law

JUNE 9, 2023

1776 Energy Partners, LLC , — S.W.3d The dispute originated from certain joint operating agreements executed by Ovintiv and 1776 Energy, under which Ovintiv was the operator, to develop and produce minerals from oil and gas leases in Karnes County, Texas. In Freeport-McMoRan Oil & Gas LLC v. 22-0095, 2023 WL 3556695 (Tex.

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Libya launches first oil exploration bid round in 17 years

Oil & Gas 360º

MARCH 6, 2025

The Libyan government has officially launched the 2025 bid round for oil exploration, a long-anticipated move that marks a significant milestone in the countrys efforts to revitalize its energy industry. This increase in production from existing fields underscores the countrys commitment to stabilizing and expanding its energy supply.

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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).

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GMIS 2024 and industrial safety manifesto launch

Oilholics Synonymous Report

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In line with this thinking, a first-of-its-kind Manifesto for Global Industrial Safety was launched at the event to widespread recognition and support from leaders and experts across the global industrial ecosystem. An exciting event agenda also saw several topics of interest deliberated throughout the day-long event.

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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,

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Louisiana Senator Proposes Statutory Framework Governing Rights and Obligations of Parties to Renewable Energy Leases

The Energy Law

APRIL 3, 2023

The Louisiana Legislature’s 2023 Regular Session begins on April 10th, and last Friday, Louisiana Senator Allain of District 21 filed SB 154 proposing to enact a statutory framework directly governing the rights and obligations of parties to renewable energy leases. 122); The lessee of a renewable energy lease would be “bound to.

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Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Mexico

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Department of Interior has taken several important steps toward making wind energy development a reality in the Gulf of Mexico. 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.

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Overturning 8 Years of “Palpable Error,” The Louisiana Supreme Court Limits Damages Available to Landowners in Oilfield Legacy Litigation

The Energy Law

JULY 1, 2021

The “ LL&E II ” decision finds that Act 312 charges the court, not the jury, to determine the funding needed to remediate property to government standards. 3d — (“ LL&E II ”). [1]. Background of Legacy Litigation and LL&E I . LL&E II , at *2. 3d 1038 (“ LL&E I ”) marked a key development.

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CES Goes Green

Energy Central

JANUARY 16, 2024

In addition to conducting its annual event in a more environmentally friendly way, as you can imagine green products are cropping up more frequently at the Consumer Electronics Show. Bloomberg published a summary highlighting advances in home battery technology, a new e-bike from Segway, and an electric backyard grill.

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Force Majeure Clause Fails to Protect Oil and Gas Lessee From Mistakenly-Scheduled Deadline

The Energy Law

MAY 5, 2023

In Point Energy Partners Permian, LLC v. Point Energy Partners, LLC, received a top lease from the lessors on June 7, 2017, and responded to MRC’s force majeure letters on June 15, 2017 claiming that it did not believe MRC’s drilling schedule was sufficient to maintain the leases. MRC Permian Company , — S.W.3d

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Livingston Parish Ban on Injection and Disposal Wells Passes

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

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E-Discovery Update: Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Defendant’s Authority to Govern Its Own E-Discovery Protocols

The Energy Law

JULY 27, 2023

The Louisiana Third Circuit recently affirmed a trial court discovery ruling that allowed the defendant to design its own e-discovery protocol without input from plaintiffs. 3d–, whereby the court affirmed the trial court’s discretion to deny the plaintiffs’ demand for control over the defendant’s e-discovery protocols. The

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How Energy Flexibility Benefits Utilities and Their Customers

True Energy

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Written by Marc Published November 18, 2024 Written by Marc Published November 18, 2024 How Energy Flexibility Benefits Utilities and Their Customers With electricity rates climbing and grid reliability under strain, utilities are under pressure to find innovative solutions. PG&E is far from alone.

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Fifth Circuit Allows Landowners’ Tort Claim Against Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality to Move Forward

The Energy Law

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Baker Hughes a G E Co., In D & J Invs. of Cenla, L.L.C. plaintiffs, forty-eight landowners of property located near the facility, brought a state court action for claims of property damage from groundwater and soil contamination caused by the facility’s improper waste disposal processes. 21-30523, 2022 WL 9862487 (5th Cir.

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Operational Compliance with the New Safer Seas Act

The Energy Law

MARCH 6, 2023

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The Western District of Louisiana Holds that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s Shipper Must Have Title Policy Creates No Private Right of Action

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

sued the unit operator for breach of contract to recover transportation costs incurred as a result of alleged regulatory violations of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (“FERC”) Shipper-Must-Have-Title policy. In a unique twist on a common challenge to the deductibility of post-production expenses, plaintiffs in Grayson L.L.C. (Of

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Court Dismisses Permitting Challenges to the U.S.’s First Major Offshore Wind Project

The Energy Law

MAY 24, 2023

BOEM approved the Construction and Operations Plan for the Vineyard Wind Project in July 2021, approximately 12 years after BOEM began evaluating the site for wind energy development. Multiple environmental impact statements and ESA consultations have a occurred in conjunction with the project.

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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. Issuance of the RFI comes in advance of the first scheduled meeting of the Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force on June 15, 2021.

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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. Issuance of the RFI comes in advance of the first scheduled meeting of the Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force on June 15, 2021.

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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. Issuance of the RFI comes in advance of the first scheduled meeting of the Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force on June 15, 2021.

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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. Issuance of the RFI comes in advance of the first scheduled meeting of the Gulf of Mexico Intergovernmental Renewable Energy Task Force on June 15, 2021.

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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. 250.1700, et seq. BSEE added a new paragraph (c) to 30 C.F.R.

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LDNR Issues Proposed Rule on Venting, Flaring

The Energy Law

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

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2023 CCUS Legislative Update

The Energy Law

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

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. Communications include firm news, insights, and events. 1] Many more bills are expected to be filed. 1] House Bill No.

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Congress Considers Bills to Lessen Restrictions on LNG Exports

The Energy Law

APRIL 5, 2023

from and/or to a foreign country to first obtain an authorization from the United States Department of Energy. Within the Department of Energy, the Office of Regulation, Analysis, and Engagement- Division of Natural Gas Regulation, is responsible for granting such authorizations. Under the provisions of H.R.

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Fifth Circuit Rejects Disgorgement of Profits Claim for Pipeline Trespass

The Energy Law

JANUARY 28, 2022

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Fifth Circuit Rejects Disgorgement of Profits Claim for Pipeline Trespass

The Energy Law

JANUARY 28, 2022

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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. citing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) Sustainable Fisheries Glossary).

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Solar Leasing in Louisiana: Act 301 and Decommissioning Requirements

The Energy Law

JULY 15, 2021

Decommissioning and abandoned solar farms are some of the primary concerns held by landowners, taxpayers, and solar energy developers when it comes to solar energy development, and Act 301 represents the first step in addressing those concerns. However, lawmakers are acting now to ensure proper decommissioning years down the road.

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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. based offshore wind industry supply chain that would facilitate this or other renewable energy projects permitted by BOEM.”

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Louisiana State Mineral Board to Consider Retaining Third Party Counsel to Pursue Underpayment of Royalty Claims Associated with Natural Gas Production on State Lands and Waterbottoms

The Energy Law

JULY 10, 2023

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Oil Majors’ Commitment to Net-Zero Emissions Leads to Investments in Wind Energy

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 13, 2020

In response, the industry is seeing a varying degree of investments in renewable energy and commitments to climate-related goals. As companies make this transition into renewable energy, one sector picking up speed is wind energy. The wind energy sector is gaining global traction, as exemplified by U.K.

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MADE IN AMERICA: U.S.-Built Offshore Wind Substation and Support Vessels Start to Set Sail for Federal Waters

The Energy Law

JUNE 22, 2023

built offshore wind substation departed from a Texas fabrication facility where Danish multinational energy company, Ørsted, and domestic energy provider, Eversource, partnered to build the revolutionary vessel. First up, Blue Ocean Energy Marine, a Dominion Energy subsidiary, is currently constructing the first-ever U.S.

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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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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. According to Ms.

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Louisiana Legislature to Consider Amendments to Forced Pooling Regime Requiring Operators to Pay Lessors of Nonparticipating Working Interest Owners Directly

The Energy Law

APRIL 4, 2023

The proposed change could create additional administrative hurdles and litigation risks to the operator, who would in effect assume the role of the lessee on behalf of the nonparticipating owners and potentially become directly answerable to lessors in the unit in the event of a royalty dispute. Perhaps time will tell.

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Survey of Proposed Legislation Across the States Affecting the Energy Industry in 2021

The Energy Law

JANUARY 28, 2021

Several pieces of energy-industry legislation are teed up for debate as state legislatures reconvene for their first sessions of 2021. Nathan Johnson, respectively, directs the state to create tougher standards for tanks in areas prone to flooding, hurricanes, and similar weather events. [2] HB 896 and HB 897 , sponsored by state Rep.

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Update: 2023 CCUS Legislation

The Energy Law

APRIL 3, 2023

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Climate-Related Lawsuits Continue to Return to State Courts: Understanding The Latest Ruling from District of Columbia v. Exxon Mobil Corporation

The Energy Law

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A federal appeals court has affirmed that a “greenwashing” lawsuit by the District of Columbia against several major energy companies should not be heard in federal court. Exxon , while the energy companies desired to be in federal court, the District of Columbia desired not to be in federal court. District of Columbia v. 22-7163 (Dec.

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SEC’s Proposed Rules on Climate-Related Disclosures

The Energy Law

MAY 9, 2022

3] Companies will be required to disclose physical risks and financial impacts of climate-related events and transition activities and, unless the aggregate impact is below the threshold, companies will be required to include this data on each line item of their consolidated financial statements.

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Covid-Related EEOC Charges on the Rise

The Energy Law

MARCH 10, 2022

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New Amendment to Louisiana’s Geologic Sequestration of Carbon Dioxide Act Creates Expropriation Rights to Prohibit Drilling through Carbon Capture Storage Reservoirs in Caldwell Parish

The Energy Law

JUNE 3, 2022

In response to various pressures on the energy industry to reduce the environmental impact associated with excess carbon dioxide emissions, many energy companies are investigating carbon capture and sequestration projects as a means of reducing their carbon emissions. 4]. [1] La. 30:1108(A)(1). [2] 30:1108(B). [3]

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The Smackover Formation: Unveiling the Lithium Potential

The Energy Law

MAY 22, 2023

The pursuit of alternative energy sources has become increasingly important in our quest for a sustainable future. Lithium, a key component in rechargeable batteries, has emerged as a vital element for powering electric vehicles and storing renewable energy. A brine extraction prospect would be very similar to an oil and gas prospect.

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Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Authority of Tax Commission to Correct Pipeline Property Tax Assessments

The Energy Law

JUNE 29, 2023

In addition, the Assessor argued that the Louisiana Supreme Court decision in D90 Energy, LLC v. In Enerfin Field Services v. Vernon Parish Board of Review , No. 22-740 (La. Vernon Parish Board of Review , No. 22-740 (La. Jefferson Davis Parish Bd. of Review , 2020-0200 (La. 10/20/2020), 341 So.

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Texas Supreme Court Holds That Production Payments Were Properly Withheld as a Matter of Law When a Future Event Could Have Affected Distribution of Those Payments

Libya launches first oil exploration bid round in 17 years

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

GMIS 2024 and industrial safety manifesto launch

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

Louisiana Senator Proposes Statutory Framework Governing Rights and Obligations of Parties to Renewable Energy Leases

Wind Energy Development in the Gulf of Mexico

Overturning 8 Years of “Palpable Error,” The Louisiana Supreme Court Limits Damages Available to Landowners in Oilfield Legacy Litigation

CES Goes Green

Force Majeure Clause Fails to Protect Oil and Gas Lessee From Mistakenly-Scheduled Deadline

Livingston Parish Ban on Injection and Disposal Wells Passes

E-Discovery Update: Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Defendant’s Authority to Govern Its Own E-Discovery Protocols

How Energy Flexibility Benefits Utilities and Their Customers

Fifth Circuit Allows Landowners’ Tort Claim Against Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality to Move Forward

Operational Compliance with the New Safer Seas Act

The Western District of Louisiana Holds that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s Shipper Must Have Title Policy Creates No Private Right of Action

Court Dismisses Permitting Challenges to the U.S.’s First Major Offshore Wind Project

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

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

LDNR Issues Proposed Rule on Venting, Flaring

2023 CCUS Legislative Update

Congress Considers Bills to Lessen Restrictions on LNG Exports

Fifth Circuit Rejects Disgorgement of Profits Claim for Pipeline Trespass

Fifth Circuit Rejects Disgorgement of Profits Claim for Pipeline Trespass

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

Solar Leasing in Louisiana: Act 301 and Decommissioning Requirements

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

Louisiana State Mineral Board to Consider Retaining Third Party Counsel to Pursue Underpayment of Royalty Claims Associated with Natural Gas Production on State Lands and Waterbottoms

Oil Majors’ Commitment to Net-Zero Emissions Leads to Investments in Wind Energy

MADE IN AMERICA: U.S.-Built Offshore Wind Substation and Support Vessels Start to Set Sail for Federal Waters

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

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

Louisiana Legislature to Consider Amendments to Forced Pooling Regime Requiring Operators to Pay Lessors of Nonparticipating Working Interest Owners Directly

Survey of Proposed Legislation Across the States Affecting the Energy Industry in 2021

Update: 2023 CCUS Legislation

Climate-Related Lawsuits Continue to Return to State Courts: Understanding The Latest Ruling from District of Columbia v. Exxon Mobil Corporation

SEC’s Proposed Rules on Climate-Related Disclosures

Covid-Related EEOC Charges on the Rise

New Amendment to Louisiana’s Geologic Sequestration of Carbon Dioxide Act Creates Expropriation Rights to Prohibit Drilling through Carbon Capture Storage Reservoirs in Caldwell Parish

The Smackover Formation: Unveiling the Lithium Potential

Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Authority of Tax Commission to Correct Pipeline Property Tax Assessments

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