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Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Weighs in on Hydraulic Fracturing and Subsurface Trespass

The Energy Law

In January of this year, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania tackled an issue that has been confronted by few other courts—whether the rule of capture precludes a claim for subsurface trespass due to hydraulic fracturing. [1] Southwestern operated several wells on the leased tract, several of which were hydraulically fractured.

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ProFrac’s 2025 Outlook: Next-Generation Frac Technology & Livewire Power

Oil Gas Leads

(NASDAQ: ACDC) has set an ambitious course for 2025, leveraging next-generation hydraulic fracturing technology and its newly launched Livewire Power division to drive operational efficiency and growth. With pricing pressures easing and fleet utilization increasing, ProFrac is positioning itself for a strong year ahead.

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Livingston Parish Council Proposes Ordinance Banning Injection and Disposal Wells

The Energy Law

Tammany’s attempt to ban hydraulic fracturing eight years ago, which was ultimately struck down by Louisiana courts, finding that the St. Tammany zoning ordinance prohibiting hydraulic fracturing was preempted under State law. [4] Tammany zoning ordinance prohibiting hydraulic fracturing was preempted under State law. [4]

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

The Energy Law

By Stephen Wiegand On April 17, 2012, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for natural gas wells that are hydraulically fractured.

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

The Energy Law

With topics ranging from offshore oil and gas moratoriums to restrictions on natural gas flaring and venting, the following is an overview of notable energy legislation to be heard in state legislatures this year. The Texas Legislature convened for its 2021 session earlier this month with several issues on the agenda. Senate Bill 119 ( S.

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

The Energy Law

With topics ranging from offshore oil and gas moratoriums to restrictions on natural gas flaring and venting, the following is an overview of notable energy legislation to be heard in state legislatures this year. The Texas Legislature convened for its 2021 session earlier this month with several issues on the agenda. Senate Bill 119 ( S.

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