Emissions

ESG Disclosure: 2025 observations

Regulations

The Governor in Council may establish regulations governing offshore renewable energy projects and power lines, addressing safety, security, and environmental protection. Regulations may prohibit introduction of specified substances or forms of energy, establish record management and disclosure requirements, and provide arbitration procedures for disputes.

Time to apply for Production and Flaring and Venting Consents

Decommissioning

REGDOC-2.11.2 establishes Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission requirements and guidance for decommissioning Class I and II nuclear facilities, uranium mines and mills, and nuclear substance sites. It covers all phases from planning through completion, including storage with surveillance, decontamination, dismantling and cleanup to safely retire facilities while protecting human health and the environment.

IMO announces regional team to deepen on-the-ground impact

Issuance

The Canadian Energy Regulator may issue authorizations for offshore renewable energy projects and associated power lines. Applications must include prescribed information about proposed works, facilities, and equipment. The regulator must decide within 300 days, considering environmental effects, safety, health, social and economic impacts, Indigenous interests and rights, climate change alignment, and relevant impact assessments before imposing conditions.

NSTA grants consent for carbon storage appraisal well

The UK's North Sea Transition Authority granted consent to NZNSS Ltd to drill a carbon storage appraisal well (CS006) off Teesside for the Endurance project, beginning 7 March 2025 for approximately 90 days. The project supports the UK's net-zero target of storing 100 million tonnes of CO2 annually by 2050, with government backing of up to £21.7 billion and potential creation of 50,000 long-term jobs.

Purpose of Act

The Canadian Energy Regulator Act establishes federal regulatory authority over pipelines, power lines, offshore renewable energy facilities, and oil and gas exploration and exploitation. It mandates safe, secure, and efficient construction, operation, and abandonment while protecting people, property, and the environment, regulates energy product trade, and ensures fair, transparent, and efficient regulatory decision-making processes.

Carbon Storage Operational Guidance

Statutory Instruments Act

Section 92 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act exempts orders and directions issued by the Commission, designated officers, or inspection officers from statutory instrument classification when they apply to a single person or entity, a single regulated facility, or are issued immediately for safety, security, environmental protection, or property protection purposes.

Rough consent granted

The UK North Sea Transition Authority granted production and storage consent to Centrica Offshore UK Ltd for the Rough gas storage facility in the Southern North Sea until 30 April 2027, enabling continued operations to support UK energy security.

NSTA welcomes three new non-executive directors

The UK North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) announces the appointment of three new non-executive directors—Ian Chisholm, Mitch Flegg, and Rebecca Wiles—bringing senior experience in oil, gas, and offshore energy sectors to strengthen board governance.

Grounds for making order

Section 109 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act authorizes inspection officers to issue orders directing persons to cease contraventions, implement compliance measures, or prevent hazards to safety, security, property, or the environment. Orders may suspend facility operations until remediation is complete, with mandatory written notice and reporting to the Commission.

Maximum validity — liquefied natural gas

Canadian regulation setting a maximum 50-year validity period for liquefied natural gas (LNG) export licenses under the Canadian Energy Regulator Act. LNG is defined as natural gas in liquid state composed of at least 85% methane with other hydrocarbons and minor non-hydrocarbon gases.

NSTA hiring a new CFO and Director of Corporate Functions

The UK North Sea Transition Authority is recruiting a Chief Financial Officer and Director of Corporate Functions to lead financial strategy and corporate operations as the government expands NSTA's regulatory oversight of oil, gas, carbon storage, and hydrogen sectors.

Framework for Radioactive Waste Management and Decommissioning in Canada, Version 2

REGDOC-2.11 establishes Canada's regulatory framework for radioactive waste management and decommissioning under the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. It defines radioactive waste as any material containing radioactive nuclear substances with no further use, and requires waste owners to safely manage such materials through generation, handling, processing, storage, transport, and disposal while protecting public health, safety, environment, and national security. The document provides governance overview and principles for consistent national and international standards.

ADNOC Signs 15-Year Sales and Purchase Agreement with INPEX for Ruwais LNG Project

Nuclear Emergency Preparedness and Response, Version 2

REGDOC-2.10.1 establishes emergency preparedness and response requirements for Canadian Class I nuclear facilities and uranium mines/mills licensed by the CNSC. Licensees must develop risk-proportionate emergency programs based on four components: planning basis, program management, response procedures, and preparedness. The standard aligns with IAEA guidance to prevent or mitigate effects of accidental releases.

Regulations — compensation

Section 173 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act authorizes the Governor in Council to establish regulations governing compensation for energy infrastructure incidents. Regulations may prescribe claim deadlines, authorize interim awards and fee/expense coverage, establish damage priority classes, set compensation caps, allow payment postponement or scheduling, and provide interest provisions. Environmental non-use value damages are explicitly excluded from compensable losses.

ADNOC Accelerates Gas Growth Strategy with $6.2 Billion FID For Umm Shaif Gas Cap

Government energy and carbon storage expert recognised in King’s Birthday Honours

IMO Secretary-General condemns new attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz

Powering exploration with accessible data

Laws of a province

Section 252 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act establishes provincial regulatory authority over intra-provincial electricity transmission lines, granting provinces jurisdiction over location/routing, land acquisition and expropriation procedures, environmental impact assessments, environmental protection during construction and operation, and abandonment protocols.

Reporting Requirements for Waste Nuclear Substance Licensees, Class II Nuclear Facilities and Users of Prescribed Equipment, Nuclear Substances and Radiation Devices

REGDOC-3.1.3 establishes mandatory reporting requirements for Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission licensees managing waste nuclear substances, Class II nuclear facilities, and users of prescribed equipment and radiation devices. Licensees must report events, dangerous occurrences and situations within specified timeframes and submit annual compliance reports, following a risk-informed approach aligned with national and international nuclear safety standards.

Confidentiality

Section 61 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act authorizes the Commission and designated officers to issue confidentiality orders protecting sensitive information from public disclosure when disclosure poses a real and substantial risk to pipeline, power line, or offshore renewable energy infrastructure security, protective systems, or public safety.

Environmental Protection Regulations for Domestic Licensing and Related Regulatory Functions

10 CFR Part 51 establishes environmental protection regulations for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's domestic licensing and regulatory functions. The regulations implement Section 102(2) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and apply to NRC licensing proceedings for production, utilization, and materials facilities, excluding export licensing and foreign environmental effects. Key definitions include construction activities, previously disturbed areas, and NRC organizational roles.

Designation of inspection officers

The Canadian Energy Regulator's CEO may designate inspection officers to enforce safety, security, environmental, and property protection regulations at regulated and abandoned energy facilities. All designated officers must be provided with a certificate of authority and must produce it upon request.

Exemption orders

The Canadian Energy Regulator Commission may issue conditional exemption orders relieving regulated facility holders from specific regulatory provisions when necessary to ensure safety and security of persons and facilities, protect property, or safeguard the environment.

NSTA support for carbon storage industry

Waste Management, Volume I: Management of Radioactive Waste

REGDOC-2.11.1 establishes requirements and guidance for Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission licensees managing radioactive waste, including characterization, storage, and disposal facilities. The document applies to all CNSC licensees under the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and is complemented by CSA N292 standards for comprehensive radioactive waste management oversight.

Controlling Releases to the Environment

REGDOC-2.9.2 establishes Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission requirements for controlling environmental releases from nuclear facilities. Licensees must apply best available technology and techniques economically achievable (BATEA), establish licensed release limits and action levels, validate treatment system performance, and implement adaptive management when unreasonable risk is identified.

Orders of court

Court order provision under the Canadian Energy Regulator Act enabling judges to impose remedies on persons convicted of offences involving actual or potential unintended releases of oil, gas, or commodities from pipelines. Available remedies include operational prohibitions, environmental monitoring and audits, restoration, community service, publication of facts, notification requirements, financial penalties, compliance bonds, and educational donations, with orders valid for up to three years.

Relocation

The Canadian Energy Regulator may order pipeline companies to relocate pipelines when necessary for safety, environmental protection, public infrastructure projects, or to prevent interference with drainage systems. The regulator determines cost allocation among parties, ensures procedural compliance with prior consultation requirements, and may award reasonable costs to regulatory proceeding participants.

Study and report

The Canadian Energy Regulator may issue orders requiring holders of offshore renewable energy projects or offshore power lines to conduct and report on studies addressing safety or environmental protection issues within a specified timeframe.

IMO Council reaffirms commitment to protecting vital shipping lanes

Recommendation and delay of issuance

The Canadian Energy Regulator may recommend to the Minister that an international power line be designated by Governor in Council order and may delay permit issuance during this process. The Regulator must avoid duplicating provincial measures and must consider interprovincial effects, environmental impacts, and regulatory factors when deciding whether to recommend designation.

IMO condemns attacks on civilian merchant vessels in the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea

NSTA heavyweights join impressive line-up of speakers at 25th All-Energy Conference

The North Sea Transition Authority will participate in the 25th All-Energy Conference in Glasgow on 13-14 May 2025. Chair Liz Ditchburn will discuss energy transition timelines, spatial planning and investment barriers in a plenary panel. Director Pauline Innes will moderate a panel on modernising supply chains for carbon capture, wind, oil and gas projects. The NSTA will host a Meet the Developers networking session for supply chain companies.

Impact Assessment Act

Section 185 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act transfers certificate application authority for designated projects under the Impact Assessment Act from the Commission to an independent review panel. The panel exercises powers under sections 182-184, coordinates with energy and environment ministers, and must submit reports within Impact Assessment Act timelines.

Carbon storage developers apply for more than 2 million acres of North Sea

The UK's National Storage Transportation Authority closed its second carbon storage licensing round on 24 March 2025, receiving applications for over 2 million acres of North Sea seabed. Track 1 projects Endurance and HyNet are progressing toward first injection in 2028 and are expected to create 4,000 direct jobs with potential for 50,000 long-term positions. The NSTA will evaluate applications in coordination with stakeholders and marine users before awarding licences.

Regulations

Section 96 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act authorizes the Regulator to establish regulations governing the design, construction, operation, and abandonment of interprovincial and international pipelines and designated power lines. Regulations must address surveillance, monitoring, safety, security, and environmental protection, and require operators to maintain management systems that incorporate human and organizational factors.

Sentencing principles

Section 174 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act mandates sentencing principles for pipeline offences involving unintended or uncontrolled releases of oil, gas, or commodities. Courts must increase fines based on aggravating factors including harm to human/environmental safety, intentional or reckless conduct, financial motivation, prior non-compliance, and post-offence concealment or failure to mitigate. Courts must provide written reasons if declining to apply identified aggravating factors.

Statement on recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea

Report

The Canadian Energy Regulator must prepare a report within 450 days on pipeline certificate applications, recommending approval or denial based on public convenience and necessity. The evaluation must consider environmental and cumulative effects, safety, Indigenous interests and rights, market feasibility, economic viability, financial capacity, and alignment with Canada's climate commitments.

NSTA Overview 2026

The UK North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) published its 2026 overview outlining the regulatory framework for offshore energy production in UK waters, addressing energy security, emissions reduction, and acceleration of the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.

NSTA looks back on year of achievement and ahead to the challenges to come

Reasonable care

Facility holders under the Canadian Energy Regulator Act must exercise all reasonable care to ensure the safety and security of persons, regulated and abandoned facilities, property, and the environment.

American maritime expert and diplomat to receive International Maritime Prize

Environmental Principles, Assessments and Protection Measures, Version 1.2

REGDOC-2.9.1 Version 1.2 establishes the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission's environmental protection framework for nuclear facilities and activities. It requires environmental reviews proportionate to risk, mandates environmental risk assessments (ERAs) updated at least every five years or when significant changes occur, and specifies that licensees must demonstrate adequate environmental protection measures for facilities with direct environmental interactions.

ADNOC, XRG and Mitsui to Advance New Opportunities Across the Energy Value Chain

Issuance

Section 262 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act governs certification of international and interprovincial power lines. The Commission may issue certificates if satisfied the power line serves present and future public convenience and necessity, considering environmental effects, safety, Indigenous rights and consultation, health and socioeconomic impacts, and climate commitments. Decisions must be made within 300 days of a complete application, subject to Governor in Council approval within 90 days.

IMO Secretary-General calls for urgent release of 44 seafarers held by pirates

Posthumous Bravery Award for diver who gave his life trying to save a child

EnQuest Heather fined for collective decommissioning failures

UK North Sea Transition Authority fined EnQuest Heather Limited £16.5 million for failing to decommission 33 inactive wells across four fields since 2020–2021. The operator deliberately delayed plugging and abandonment obligations through repeated missed deadline extensions, increasing taxpayer costs via tax-deductible decommissioning expenses and risking marine environmental harm.

Orders

The Canadian Energy Regulator may issue orders requiring facility holders to repair, reconstruct, or alter regulated facilities to ensure safety, security, and environmental protection. Orders can be directed at Indigenous bodies, governments, third parties, and others. Non-compliance authorizes the Regulator to take direct action or engage third parties, with liability protection for good-faith interventions.

Confidentiality

Section 60 of the Canadian Energy Regulator Act authorizes the Commission and designated officers to issue confidentiality orders protecting information in regulatory proceedings. Confidentiality may be granted to prevent material financial loss or competitive prejudice, to protect confidential financial, commercial, scientific or technical information when the discloser's interest outweighs public interest, or when disclosure poses real and substantial risks to safety, well-being, property or the environment.

Compliance with Floodplain and Wetland Environmental Review Requirements

10 CFR Part 1022 establishes DOE procedures for complying with Executive Orders 11988 and 11990 on floodplain management and wetland protection. It requires DOE to evaluate proposed actions in floodplains or wetlands, incorporate flood risk reduction and wetland preservation into planning and decision-making, ensure structures meet FEMA flood insurance standards, and provide public notice and opportunity for review of projects affecting these sensitive areas.

National Environmental Policy Act Implementing Procedures

The Department of Energy establishes implementing procedures for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), defining key terms related to hazardous substances, contaminants, and pollutants under CERCLA. The regulation authorizes categorical exclusions for departmental actions that do not normally have significant environmental effects, requiring documented determinations to be posted publicly within two weeks unless classified or confidential business information requires protection.

Analysis: Wind and solar power overtake fossil fuels in Germany for first time ever

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Analysis: 84% of nations miss deadline to identify ‘nature-harming’ subsidies by 2025

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Oil and gas: offshore environmental legislation

Environmental regulations and guidance on offshore oil and gas exploration and production offshore gas unloading and storage and offshore carbon dioxide storage activities

Noise Standards: Aircraft Type and Airworthiness Certification

14 CFR Part 36 establishes noise standards for aircraft type certification and airworthiness certification in the United States. It applies to subsonic transport category large airplanes, jet airplanes, propeller-driven small and commuter airplanes, helicopters, tiltrotors, and Concorde aircraft. Applicants must demonstrate compliance with specified noise limits and stage classifications (Stage 1 and Stage 2) when seeking type certificates, standard airworthiness certificates, or restricted category airworthiness certificates.

Fuel Venting and Exhaust Emission Requirements for Turbine Engine Powered Airplanes

14 CFR Part 34 establishes fuel venting and exhaust emission requirements for turbine engine powered airplanes certified under US airworthiness standards. The regulation defines key terms and classifications for aircraft gas turbine engines (turboprops, turbofans, turbojets) and outlines compliance frameworks, including provisions for derivative engines, exemptions, and emission measurement systems aligned with ICAO Annex 16 standards.

Factcheck: No, Europe’s heatwaves are not being ‘caused’ by declining air pollution

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Access to finance ‘strengthens climate resilience’ among sub-Saharan women

Empowering women through greater access to finance could “strengthen” households’ resilience to “climate shocks”, according to a new study.   Published… The post Access to finance ‘strengthens climate resilience’ among sub-Saharan women appeared first on Carbon Brief .

State of the climate: Rapidly developing El Niño raises chance of record-warm 2026

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Day of the Seafarer 2026: Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks.

ADNOC Launches Global LNG Marketing and Trading Platform

Q&A: What the EU’s carbon market review means for climate action

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Q&A: What the EU’s carbon market review means for climate action

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Debriefed 17 July 2026: UK ‘firewave’ | Fossil-fuelled heat deaths | London’s Natural History Museum spotlights climate

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Q&A: Europe’s May and June heatwave deaths – and how they were counted

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Consultation response on proposals to introduce new and amended NSTA fees

The UK North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) published its March 2026 response to a consultation on proposed new and amended fees for offshore oil and gas licensed activities, including licensing, permitting, and reporting services. The response summarizes stakeholder feedback and sets out the NSTA's final decisions on the fee proposals.

Data access boost for carbon storage, offshore wind and decommissioning

The UK North Sea Transition Authority enhanced its National Data Repository with AI-powered free text search functionality and retagged over 765,000 well documents using plain-language descriptions. The upgrade improves access to 1.6+ petabytes of subsurface data to support carbon storage, offshore wind development, and oil/gas decommissioning projects.

UK withdraws millions in funding from world’s second-largest rainforest in Congo

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Cropped 15 July 2026: Uganda starves | Trump opens endangered habitats | UK cuts rainforest aid

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28 quotes from new UK leader Andy Burnham on climate, net-zero and fossil fuels

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NSTA Data and Digital Strategy 2026 - 2030

The NSTA's 2026-2030 Digital and Data Strategy outlines how the North Sea Transition Authority will leverage digital capabilities and data analytics to support UK energy production, enhance energy security, reduce emissions, and accelerate the transition to cleaner energy sources.

IMO pauses evacuation in Strait of Hormuz following attack

IMO announces evacuation plan in the Strait of Hormuz

The IMO (International Maritime Organization) has announced an evacuation plan for maritime operations in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical strategic shipping route. The plan addresses emergency procedures and safety protocols for vessel operators transiting this region.

Taking part in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme markets

This guidance explains the operation of the UK ETS markets and how to take part in auctions and in trading on the secondary market.

Interview: COP31 president says electrification is ‘surest way to protect citizens’

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DeBriefed 10 July 2026: Deadly Europe heat | EU electrification leak | COP31 president interview

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Eight facts about air conditioning amid an overheated global debate

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Teesside terminal owner fined £175,000 for excessive venting

UK North Sea Transition Authority fined CATS North Sea Limited £175,000 for venting 10.02 tonnes of methane at its Teesside terminal between January-September 2024, more than double its 4-tonne annual consent limit. The operator underestimated venting volumes during a planned shutdown and failed to promptly identify the breach. NSTA is escalating enforcement with a £500,000 starting penalty for future venting/flaring breaches to achieve zero routine venting by 2030.

China Briefing 9 July 2026: Guangxi floods | ‘Beautiful China’ plan | New EU-China mechanism

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Interview: Dr Sun Yixian on his new database tracking Chinese climate ‘leadership’

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No safe passage: Strait of Hormuz remains highly volatile

The IMO Secretary-General warns that the Strait of Hormuz remains highly volatile with no credible security guarantees for transiting commercial vessels. Recent incidents have caused seafarer deaths, injuries, and detentions. Ship masters and companies must conduct rigorous risk assessments and prioritize seafarer safety above commercial considerations, with all stakeholders urged to refrain from actions endangering civilian maritime personnel.

IMO Secretary-General welcomes US-Iran agreement

IMO Secretary-General issues a statement welcoming a US-Iran agreement, indicating international maritime organization support for diplomatic resolution affecting parties subject to sanctions or related maritime regulations.

Statement on the attack on tanker MT Settebello

IMO statement regarding an attack on the tanker MT Settebello, addressing maritime security concerns and the safety of commercial shipping vessels in international waters.

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Guest post: France’s June heatwave caused more than 2,700 heat-related deaths

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NSTA issues fines to two companies totalling £350,000

The UK North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) imposed fines totalling £350,000 on two North Sea operators for regulatory breaches. CNR International was fined £250,000 for exceeding methane venting consent limits by 2,539 tonnes on Ninian fields in 2023, attributed to inadequate staff training and poor monitoring systems. NEO Energy was fined £100,000 for attempting well abandonment without required NSTA consent. The enforcement action reinforces the regulator's commitment to emissions limits and decommissioning standards in the North Sea.

ADNOC Deploys Industry-First Heavy-Duty Robot to Strengthen Safety, Reliability and Performance

ADNOC has deployed Taurob's heavy-duty inspector robot at Taweelah Gas Compression Plant for autonomous inspections in hazardous environments using 3D LiDAR and thermal imaging to detect gas leaks and hotspots. ADNOC is co-developing the ARGOS heavy-duty operator robot, capable of lifting equipment and operating remotely in temperatures from –20°C to 60°C, expected operational by end-2026, to enhance safety, reduce emissions, and improve reliability in high-risk industrial operations.

IMO urges nations to put ocean policies into practice

The IMO calls on 176 Member States and the global shipping industry to implement ocean protection measures through its regulatory framework. Key initiatives include adoption of a 2026 Strategy targeting zero plastic waste discharges from ships by 2030, extension of underwater radiated noise reduction guidelines through 2028, development of binding instruments for biofouling control to prevent invasive species spread, and ongoing regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from ships.

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Q&A: How will the World Bank’s abandoned finance goal affect climate action?

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Notice and Approval of Airport Noise and Access Restrictions

14 CFR Part 161 establishes notice and approval procedures for airports implementing noise and access restrictions on aircraft operations under the Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990. The regulation prescribes requirements for Stage 2 and Stage 3 aircraft restrictions, including notice procedures, analysis requirements, FAA review and approval processes, and definitions of key terms such as airport operators, aircraft operators, and noise metrics like day-night average sound level (DNL).

Airport Noise Compatibility Planning

14 CFR Part 150 establishes procedures and standards for airport noise compatibility planning. It requires public-use airport operators to develop noise exposure maps and compatibility programs, defines measurement methodologies for airport noise, and identifies land uses compatible with various noise exposure levels. The regulation provides technical assistance to airports and local authorities for noise planning implementation but does not constitute FAA financial commitment or determine land use acceptability under state or local law.