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(California) Onshore Well Regulations: Underground Gas Storage
Strengthens underground gas storage (UGS) regulations to ensure well integrity and prevent and detect methane leaks, following a catastrophic well failure and leak at a storage facility near Los Angeles in 2015-16. Regulators must approve UGS projects, review facilities at…
(California) Senate Bill 1383 (2016) Short-Lived Climate Pollutants
Sets an economy-wide target of 40% reduction in methane emissions from 2013 levels by 2030. The Bill requires the State Air Resources Board to develop and begin implementing a comprehensive strategy to reduce emissions of short-lived climate pollutants by
(Pennsylvania) General Operating Permit (GP) 5 (2018 update)
General Operating Permit 5 (or GP-5) controls air pollution from sources at natural gas compressor stations, processing plants, and transmission stations, through 5-year permits. (NOTE: General permits are issued to each source but they apply the same standards to all sources in…
(Pennsylvania) General Operating Permit (GP) 5A (2018 update)
General Operating Permit 5A (or, GP-5A) controls air pollution from sources at new or modified unconventional natural gas well sites and remote pigging stations. (NOTE: General permits are issued to each source but they apply the same standards to all sources in a category.) In…
U.S.-China Joint Glasgow Declaration on Enhancing Climate Action in the 2020s
At COP26, the United States and China issued a joint declaration committing to cooperate on a variety of climate change issues, including developing regulatory frameworks and environmental standards to reduce greenhouse gases emissions, encouraging decarbonisation and…
Clean Air Act
The Clean Air Act (CAA) is the primary federal air quality law of the United States. Initially enacted in 1963, it was amended in 1970, 1977, and 1990, and has been a comprehensive law to control air pollution and, increasingly has been used to control greenhouse gases (GHG).…
Protecting Our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety (PIPES) Act of 2020
The Protecting Our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety (PIPES) Act of 2020 was enacted to strengthen pipeline safety and integrity, as part of the broader Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. The law is administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety…
Fuel and Energy Development Concept 2030
This document establishes the overarching policy for the development of the oil and gas, coal, nuclear and electric power industries into a single whole, taking into account the best international experience and the latest trends in the development of world energy. It was…
Technical Regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union on the requirements for main pipelines for the transportation of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons
This technical regulation establishes mandatory requirements within the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union for main pipelines for the transportation of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons during design (including engineering surveys), construction (reconstruction),…
Technical regulations "On requirements for the safety of coal and production processes for extraction, processing, storage and transportation"
The Technical Regulations establish requirements for the safety of coal extraction, processing, storage and transportation. In accordance with paragraph 24, at coal mining and processing enterprises classified as hazardous for dust and gas explosions, a dust and gas regime…
Order of the Minister of Energy No. 33 "On approval of the rules for operation of trunk gas pipelines"
This Order approved the "Rules for the operation of trunk gas pipelines," which define the procedure for the operation of trunk gas pipelines, including maintenance, repair, technical diagnostics and operational dispatch management. According to paragraph 330, the complex of…
Decree on the permissible standards for the content of explosive gases (methane) in a mine, coal seams and mined-out space, above which degassing is mandatory
The Decree is aimed at reducing the content of explosive gases in the mine, as well as conducting safe operations for the extraction (processing) of coal in accordance with Article 14 of Law №81-FZ. Following requirements are outlined in the Decree: "Degassing is mandatory…
The Law of the Russian Federation on Subsoil
The provision of subsoil for use, including its provision for use by state authorities of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, is issued by a special state permit in the form of a license for the use of subsoil (Art. 11). The government can terminate a license…
Federal Law No. 69-FZ on Gas Supply in the Russian Federation
The law states that the owners of gas supply systems must ensure non-discriminatory access to the free capacity of their gas transmission and distribution networks for any organisations operating on the territory of the Russian Federation. First of all, access is provided to…
Prime Minister's Decree No. 338 of 1995 Issuing the Executive Regulations of the Environment Law 4/1994
The decree states all the regulations related to the environmental law No 4 /1994. The relevant articles to methane abatement are the following: Article 17 - The facility owner must keep a record about its environmental impact, including the emissions, environmental measures…
Environmental Law (Law 4 of 1994)
The Environmental Law outlines regulations pertaining to land, air, and water pollution and creates the Environmental Affairs Agency (EEAA), endowing it with the powers to enforce these requirements. Furthermore, it determines that companies operating in the field of oil…
Target to reduce oil and gas sector methane emissions by 75%
Ahead of COP26 in November 2021, Canada announced that it would join the Global Methane Pledge and that it would commit to develop a methane reduction plan that would reduce oil and gas methane emissions by at least 75% below 2012 levels by 2030. The announcement referenced the…
2018 - 2030 Methane Reduction Plan
In joining the Global Methane Pledge, Korea announced a methane reduction plan that included a national target to reduce emissions from 28 million tons in 2018 to 19.7 million tons in 2030, a 30% reduction. The government recognised the need to reduce methane emissions across…
(Tasmania) Gas Safety Regulations 2019
This regulation requires operators to comply with certain standards issued by the Standards Association Australia and the Standards Association New Zealand, including: - AS3961 on the storage and handling of liquified natural gas; - AS/NZS 1596 on the storange and handling…
Guidelines for industrial and operational security, and environmental protection in activities of exploration and extraction of unconventional hydrocarbons
Governs the exploration and production of unconventional resources, including shale gas, tight oil, heavy and extra heavy oil and bitumen, methane hydrates, and coal seam gas. Regulated parties must evaluate the environmental impact and perform a risk analysis of their…
(South Australia) Gas Regulations 2012
Outlines the administration and licensing of gas entities and promotes an energy efficiency program for gas retailers. Indirectly targets methane emissions through its safety and operations provisions that require best practice standards for gas fitting and minimisation of leaks…
(South Australia) Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction Act 2007
The Act sets a target to reduce by 31 December 2050 greenhouse gas emissions within the State by at least 60% to an amount that is equal to or less than 40% of 1990 levels. It also sets targets to increase the proportion of renewable electricity generated and consumed in the…
(Queensland) Petroleum and Gas (Production and Safety) Act 2004
Manages onshore petroleum and gas safety including well construction requirements, safety requirements, royalties and reporting requirements. Provides that flaring is only authorised if it is not commercially or technically feasible to sell or use the gas. Venting is allowed…
(Queensland) Petroleum and Gas (Safety) Regulation 2018
Operates as subordinate regulations that outline the mandatory safety requirements for petroleum and gas operations in Queensland. Requires operators to carry out risk-based leak management schemes as required by the Queensland leak management code. Additionally outlines the…
(Western Australia) Dangerous Goods Safety (Major Hazard Facilities) Regulations 2007
Identifies facilities that are subject major hazards based on substances. Establishes that the maximum quantity for methane or natural gas storage at a site is 200 tonnes. Governed by Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and
(Western Australia) Petroleum and Geothermal Energy Resources (Environment) Regulations 2012
This regulation oversees the environmental planning submission requirements for petroleum and geothermal project licenses in Western Australia. It includes the need for an environmental assessment and provisions on continued reporting and applicable penalties. Its objective…
(Tasmania) Climate Change (State Action) Act 2008
Establishes a target for Tasmania to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 60% below 1990 levels by 31 December 2050. This target covers all greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide, methane, HFCs, and others. Authorises the Governor to make regulations to…
(Tasmania) Gas Safety Act 2019
Governs the licensing and safety requirements for gas installation, operation and supply in Tasmania. Establishes the investigative powers of Gas Officers and the ability to declare gas operations as unsafe, resulting in the restriction of gas supply. In order for proponents…
(Tasmania) Mineral Exploration Code of Practice - Schedule for onshore exploration for petroleom, coal seam gas or geothermal substances
The objectives of this schedule are to ensure that petroleum, coal seam gas and geothermal exploration is conducted in accordance with good oilfield practice, and that the environmental, health and safety hazards and risks involved in undertaking petroleum or geothermal…
(Tasmania) Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994
Establishes the state Environment Protection Authority which administers the Act. It outlines a general environmental duty of persons involved in projects that are likely to cause environmental harm or pollution of the environment. The Act operates in conjunction with the Land…
(Queensland) Code of practice for leak management, detection and reporting for petroleum operating plant
This Code of practice sets a standard for leak management, detection, reporting and remediation for petroleum leaks within Queensland. Under Petroleum and Gas (Safety) Regulation 2018, petroleum operators are required to comply with the code for their facilities. The Code…
(Queensland) Code of Practice for the construction and abandonment of coal seam gas and petroleum wells, and associated bores
The purpose of this Code is to ensure that all petroleum wells, coal seam gas wells and associated bores are constructed, maintained and abandoned to a minimum acceptable standard resulting in long-term well integrity, containment of petroleum and the protection of groundwater…
Prime Minister Decree No. 1129 of 2019
The decree establishes and demarks the role of the National Council for Climate Change. The council tasks are to: Prepare the national policies related to climate change Increase scientific knowledge and awareness about climate change Couple climate change and Sustainable…
The Egyptian Natural Gaz Holding Company Sustainability Policy
The Egyptian Natural Gaz Holding Company is one of the NOCs that is directly connected to the ministry of oil. Its objective is to develop the natural gas industry in Egypt. This policy states that EGAS is committed to: Adopt and Integrate sustainability best practices in all…
Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt Vision 2030
Egypt Vision 2030 is a unified long-term political, economic, and social vision. It was developed in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The vision sets a target to reduce greenhouse gases (GHGs) by 10% from the energy sector, including oil…
Prime Minister Decree No. 618 of 2017 - Amendment of the Executive Regulation
The decree amended the executive regulation of the environment Law 4/1994, and frames the requirements of personnel and consultancy firms to be able to perform an: Environmental assessment Environmental impact study Environmental plan for all facilities, Environmental…
Prime Minister Decree No. 964 of 2015 - Amendment of Executive Regulation of Law 4/1994
The amendment updates the excutive regulations of the Law 4/1994 , governing environmental issues in Egypt, as previously amended in 2011. It includes several updates related to the environmental protection fund and coal handling regulations, including methane emissions. This…
Prince Decree 2/2017: Cancellation of prince decree 38/2011 to form the national committee for oil and gas
The decree abolishes the 2011 prince decree number 38 , to form a national committee for oil and gas. The committee is dissolved and all the rights, power, and duties are transferred to Qatar Petroleum. Those include but are not limited to the authority to: Guide and transfer…
Prince Decree 11/2019 regarding the organisational structure of the Ministry of Municipality
The decree demarcates the organisation and responsibilities within the ministry of municipality. It describes the different directorates governing the environmental activities in the country. The three main directorates and their corresponding roles are: Directorate of…
Qatar Voluntary National Review 2021
Qatar aims through this document to track national efforts in achieving sustainable development and complying with Qatar National Vision 2030. Qatar Petroleum (QP) has already done/planned several efforts on methane mitigation subject. Some of these efforts are listed below:…
Qatar National Vision 2030
The National Vision 2030 presents Qatar's long term goals and provides the framework for future national strategies and plans. The guidelines for the environmental plans, included in the vision, are: preserving the environment and its natural balance to achieve comprehensive…
Cabinet decree for the establishment of climate change committee Decree 15/2011
The decree establishes the climate change committee within the ministry of environment and defines its role. The duties of the committee include: following international agreements related to climate change and any related recommendations; proposing national action plans to…
Approbation to join the UN agreement on climate change Decree 47/1996
The decree approves to join the UN 1992 climate change agreement and gives the agreement the enforcement power as a law. The goal of this agreement is to stabilise the concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere to a level that does not include any drastic human…
Organic Law to reserve to the State the related goods and services from the hydrocarbons primary activities
On May 7th, 2009, as a way to protect the country's strategic activities, the National Assembly enacted this law to reserve the activities and goods related to the primary activities established on the Hydrocarbons Organic law to the State. As a result, the mentioned activities…
The Offshore Combustion Installations (Pollution Prevention and Control) (Amendment) Regulations 2013, amended 2018
Regulation made under the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999. Primarily concerning power generation, but relevant to methane from combustion sources offshore. A permit is required for any combustion installation (gas turbines, diesels, direct drive compressors,…
The Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2010 (2018 Amendment)
Oil refineries, as included in the EU Emissions Trading System, must have a greenhouse gas emissions permit from the Environmental Agency, Scottish Environmental Agency, or Northern Ireland Environmental Agency. This includes VOCs (and methane) emitted from storage and…
(Abu Dhabi) Law No. 4 of 1976 - Gas Ownership Law
This law states that all the natural gas within the territory of the Emirates of Abu Dhabi belongs to the government. Furthermore, it outlines that the Emirate retains gas rights at all stages of production up to the delivery points. The legislation grants the Abu Dhabi…
Handbook for quantifying direct methane and Non-Methane VOC emissions, Appendix B to guidelines no 044 ver. 17, 23 (2019 updates)
This is an industry document, suggesting best practices in emissions reporting. It reflects Norway's requirements as of 2017 to report "waste gas" emissions of methane and other volatile organic compounds from 32 sources located at oil and natural gas production facilities. The…
Mexico’s Mid-Century Strategy
This strategic document guides the country's climate change policy in the mid and long-term, with concrete actions that aim for deep greenhouse gas emissions reductions by 2050. The goal by 2050 is to reduce 50% of national GHG emissions based on 2000 levels. It defines the…
Special Program on Climate Change 2021-2024
The Special Program on Climate Change sets the different priority objectives and strategies, as well as specific actions that should be followed during the 2021-2024 period. The Special Program has 4 different priority actions: 1. Actions on adaptation and resilience. "Reduce…