Methane

Teesside terminal owner fined £175,000 for excessive venting

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

NSTA issues fines to two companies totalling £350,000

EnQuest Heather fined for collective decommissioning failures

NSTA welcomes three new non-executive directors

NSTA hiring a new CFO and Director of Corporate Functions

NSTA grants consent for carbon storage appraisal well

Consultation response on proposals to introduce new and amended NSTA fees

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

NSTA publishes revised well consents guidance

OGA Plan: Routine flaring in 2024

Data access boost for carbon storage, offshore wind and decommissioning

Maximum validity — liquefied natural gas

NSTA Data and Digital Strategy 2026 - 2030

NSTA Overview 2026

New Investment, AI and Freedom of Navigation Key to Building a Resilient Energy System: Dr. Sultan Al Jaber

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

Rough consent granted

UAE President and India Prime Minister Witness Exchange of Strategic Agreements between ADNOC and Indian Energy Partners

Coalition for LNG Emission Abatement towards Net-zero (CLEAN)

The Coalition for LNG Emission Abatement towards Net-zero (CLEAN) is a public-private partnership that is supported by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC) and the Korean Ministry of Trade,…

Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Accountability Act

The Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act (CNZEAA) became law in 2021. It provides a durable framework of accountability and transparency for Canada’s climate action and path to net-zero emissions by 2050. The Act requires that the Government of Canada establishes…

Act n°72 relating to tax on discharge of CO2 in the petroleum activities on the continental shelf (as amended in 2015)

Provides that a carbon tax is due for the burning of petroleum and the discharge of natural gas in connection with offshore oil production. (Sec. 1) Therefore, flaring is covered by this tax.   The tax will be assessed on burned petroleum, methane emissions, and CO2 emissions,…

Amendments to the Federal Methane Regulations for Upstream Oil and Gas

The 2018 Regulations Respecting Reduction in the Release of Methane and Certain Volatile Organic Compounds (Upstream Oil and Gas Sector) have been amended with effect from 1 January 2028. The amended regulations apply to onshore upstream oil and gas facilities and are estimated…

Climate Change Response Act- Emissions Trading Scheme

The New Zealand Emissions Trading Scheme (NZ ETS) is New Zealand’s key tool for reducing emissions and meeting its emission reduction targets. It assists New Zealand to meet its international obligations under the Paris Agreement and helps New Zealand meet its 2050 target and…

Council of ministries Decree No.12 for 2006: Air Pollution Protection

This decree sets regulations and guidelines to preserve air quality. It defines emissions standards for cars and stationary sources. Article 4 states that facilities (including oil and gas facilities) should comply with the emissions limit outlined in Annex 2, where the value…

Law No. 19-13 – Law governing hydrocarbon activities

Law No. 19-13 covers all matters pertaining to oil and gas activities within Algeria, including abandonment, flaring, and environmental issues, superseding Law No. 05-07.  This regulation maintains the regulatory roles of the National Agency for the Valorisation of Hydrocarbon…

Revised/Updated NDC of Bangladesh

Bangladesh aims to reduce its GHG emissions by 6.73% by 2030 relative to an updated business-as-usual trajectory, and up to 21.85% by the same date, conditional on the provision of international support. The country also aims to achieve a 51% emission reduction from gas leakage…

Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement: Colombia

The 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP21) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held in Paris in November and December 2015. 195 participating countries negotiated and adopted the Paris Agreement, which includes objectives to…

Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement: Iraq

The 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP21) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held in Paris in November and December 2015. 195 participating countries negotiated and adopted the Paris Agreement, which includes objectives to…

First National Determined Contribution (NDC)

The 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP21) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held in Paris in November and December 2015. 195 participating countries negotiated and adopted the Paris Agreement, which includes objectives to…

Second NDC of Cote D'ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire aims to reduce its GHG emissions by 10.5% relative to an updated business-as-usual trajectory by 2030, and up to 30.4% by the same date, conditional on the provision of international support. The country also aims to reduce fugitive methane emissions from oil and…

Revised/Updated NDC of Malaysia

Malaysia aims at reducing the GHG emission intensity of its economy by 45% below 2005 levels by 2030. This reduction target expressly includes methane. While Malaysia’s NDC mentions the importance of the oil and gas sector for Malaysia’s economy, it does not include any specific…

Updated Nationally Determined Contribution

Pursuant to its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (“NDC”) under the Paris Agreement, Canada has committed to reduce emissions by 45-50% below 2005 levels by 2035, building on the 2030 target of 40-45% below 2005 levels. Canada also aims to achieve net-zero by 2050. The…

Government Regulation No. 22 of 2021 on Environmental Protection, Organisation and Management

Government Regulation 22/2021 regulates the implementation of environmental protection and management in Indonesia.  In relation to emissions, the regulation specifies that environmental licence holders must deposit funds with a government-approved bank. If a business entity…

Government Regulation No. 78 of 2010 on Reclamation and Post-Mining

Government Regulation No. 78 of 2010 sets out obligations for mining licence holders (including coal mining operators) to conduct reclamation and post-mining after the expiration of their mining licence.  Licence holders are required to: submit a reclamation and post-mining…

Resolution 277/2025

Resolution 277/2025 issued by the Secretary of Energy establishes a centralised national registry of overhead tanks for the storage of hydrocarbons and petroleum derivatives and sets out technical requirements and an accompanying sanctioning regime for operators. It repeals…

Executive Regulation N°165 For Air Quality

The Executive Regulation for Air Quality (“Regulation”), issued in 2020 by Royal Decree, aims to implement the air quality rules, standards, requirements and controls set in the 2020 Environment Law. It notably sets standards for air pollutants by industrial activities…

Gas Code, Law No. 2020-06

The Gas Code governs activities in the midstream and downstream gas sectors, including transportation, storage, processing, importation and exportation. This law covers not only the transportation and distribution of natural gas, but also that of LNG and CNG.   This legislation…

Environmental Code

The Environmental Code contains several measures that affect, or could potentially affect, methane emissions:  Flaring and venting restrictions: The Environmental Code prohibits flaring or venting, except when necessary: ​​(1) for exploration, well testing, and maintenance…

Petroleum Code 2019, Law no. 2019-03

The Petroleum Code establishes the rules pertaining to prospecting, exploration, development, exploitation, transport, storage of hydrocarbons as well as the liquefaction of natural gas. This law decrees that all petroleum in Senegal is the property of the Senegalese people.…

Law No. 2010-033, Crude Hydrocarbons Code

Law No. 2010-033 defines: the legal and fiscal regime for the research, exploitation, pipeline transport and storage of hydrocarbons, as well as the works and installations enabling their exercise; the institutional framework for carrying out, regulating, and controlling the…

Law No. 2000-045, Environmental Code

Law 2000-045 is established as a framework Environmental Code. Its purpose is to establish the general principles for national environmental protection and to provide a basis for the harmonization of environmental imperatives with the requirements of sustainable economic and…

Law 07/2014 on Environmental Protection

This law defines the principles and means of environmental protection in Gabon, including the preservation and sustainable use of natural resources, pollution control, environmental education, and environmental information and monitoring. It refers to a series of pertaining…

Law No. 96/12 of 1996 Relating to Environmental Management

The Law on Environmental Management stipulates that any proposed facility likely to have an impact on the environment must be subject to an environmental impact assessment (Article 15). This assessment must set out measures to eliminate, reduce or offset the harmful consequences…

Law No. 2011/025 of 14 December 2011 on the Development of Associated Gas

The Law on the Development of Associated Gas seeks to encourage the recovery of flared and vented gas for commercialisation and to contribute to reducing GHG emissions. Ownership : In terms of the law, associated gas is the exclusive property of the state but permits its…

Decree No. 2023/232 of 4 May 2023 to lay conditions for implementing Law No. 2019/008 of 25 April 2019 to institute the Petroleum Code

This decree lays down the conditions for implementing Law No. 2019/008 to institute the Petroleum Code.  In terms of Article 26, to obtain an exploitation authorisation, an operator is required to submit an application to the Ministry in charge of hydrocarbons. The application…

National Energy Transition Framework (2022-2070)

The National Energy Transition Framework (2022-2070) lays out a framework for decarbonising Ghana's energy sector and reaching net zero emissions by 2070.  In relation to oil and gas, the plan recognises venting, flaring and fugitive emissions as the source of emissions from…

Energy Sector Strategy and Development Plan, 2010

The Plan identifies strategic interventions for the government to pursue in the energy sector. In the petroleum sector, these initiatives include actions aimed at improving natural gas utilisation and commercialisation, including by prohibiting flaring and venting of natural…

Regulations of Petroleum Operations (Decree 34/2015)

The Regulations of Petroleum Operations (Decree 34/2015) set out implementing provisions for petroleum operations.  In terms of the Regulations, flaring of petroleum is required to be strictly controlled and subject to the approval of the National Petroleum Institute. The…

Petroleum (Natural Gas) (Processing) Rules, 2019

The Petroleum (Natural Gas) (Processing) Rules govern activities related to natural gas processing in Mainland Tanzania. The Rules address gas leaks and gas releases in the following ways: Scope : The Rules expressly address natural gas leakage, defining it to mean “a…

Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, 1991

The Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, 1991 sets out the licensing regime for reconnaissance, exploration and production of petroleum. Operators may carry out petroleum operations only upon obtaining the necessary license and entering into a petroleum agreement with the…

National Action Plan to Mitigate Short-Lived Climate Pollutants

Ghana’s National Action Plan to Mitigate Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) identifies 16 mitigation measures to address SLCPs, including methane, with the goal of reducing methane emissions by 56%. One of the implementation pathways it identifies is the monitoring of…

Ghana Energy Transition and Investment Plan

The Ghana Energy Transition and Investment Plan sets out a pathway for Ghana to achieve net zero by 2060. For the oil and gas sector, the plan includes actions such as reducing flaring and venting by 80% by 2030 and to zero by 2060 in the upstream sector (through penalties,…

Angola's National Determined Contribution

Angola has submitted its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement.    Angola has commitment to reducing its GHG emissions by 5% by 2035 unconditionally, using the 2020 Business-As-Usual scenario as a reference point, and by 11% conditional on…

Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Environmental Regulations, 2023

These Regulations seek to regulate, monitor and enforce health and environmental measures relating to midstream and downstream petroleum operations.  In terms of the provisions, licensees and permit holders are required to conduct monitoring and control of methane emissions…

Gas Flaring, Venting and Methane Emissions (Prevention of Waste and Pollution) Regulations, 2023

These Regulations have been enacted under the Petroleum Industry Act, 2021 and seek to reduce the environmental and social impact of flaring and venting of natural gas and fugitive methane emissions and create social and economic benefits from gas flaring and venting. They apply…

Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement: Nigeria

Nigeria has submitted its updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to the Paris Agreement. The updated NDC sets economy-wide absolute emissions reduction targets instead of previous percentage reduction targets relative to a business-as-usual scenario.  The NDC sets an…

Regulation on methane emissions reduction in the energy sector

EU methane regulation covering domestic oil, gas, and coal operations plus methane intensity requirements on imports from 2030.

Colorado Oil and Gas Methane Intensity Verification Protocol

Under Colorado law, upstream oil and gas operators are required to report their methane emissions and calculated GHG intensities on an annual basis. Methane emissions must be calculated through the creation of a measurement-informed methane inventory. The Oil and Natural Gas…

Petroleum Code

Under the Petroleum Code, oil operators have a general obligation to exploit petroleum resources while taking into account environmental protection (Article 82). They are also required to undertake abandonment operations following the cessation of oil field exploitation,…

Climate Change Law

According to the 2025 Climate Change Law, the Government of Côte d'Ivoire is responsible for encouraging the use of carbon mechanisms (i.e., mechanisms aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions between two interested parties). The State ensures the coordination of carbon…

Environmental Code

Under the 2023 Environmental Code, any project that is likely to have an environmental impact - including any oil or gas project - is subject to a prior environmental assessment (Article 68). Environmental assessments must take into account the national adaptation and mitigation…

Decree No. 019/2021 Regarding Climate Change

The Climate Change Decree establishes a national greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions trading system, aiming to create a carbon market in Gabon. This system specifically covers flaring in the oil industry (Article 10) and applies to any operator whose Type 1 and Type 2 emissions…

Framework Law on the Environment

The Framework Law on the Environment stipulates that activities likely to have an impact on the environment are subject to prior authorization, granted on the basis of an environmental impact assessment (Article 14). Operators of natural resources must use appropriate methods to…

Petroleum Act of 2015

The Petroleum Act sets the regulatory framework for oil and gas production in Tanzania. The Tanzania government retains full ownership of all oil and gas resources, and the National Oil Company is entitled to carry operations for petroleum exploitation. In relation to methane…

Hydrocarbons Code

Congo's Hydrocarbons Code prohibits natural gas venting and flaring, except in the following four situations: (1) flaring carried out as part of testing; (2) flaring carried out for safety reasons; (3) flaring carried out for occasional petroleum work; and (4) flaring or venting…

Petroleum Law (Law No. 21/2014)

The Petroleum Law sets the regulatory framework for oil and gas production in Mozambique. It sets the National Company for Hydrocarbons to be the national entity responsible for the prospection, production and commercialisation of petroleum products. Private companies can only…

National Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategy (ENAMMC)

In 2012, Mozambique adopted the National Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Strategy, covering the period from 2013 to 2025. The strategy sets out  guidelines for action to increase the country's climate resilience and reduce climate risks by integrating adaptation and…

Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act 2016, Act 919

The stated purpose of this legislation is to ensure safe, secure, sustainable and efficient petroleum activities to achieve optimal long-term petroleum resource exploitation and utilisation for the benefit and welfare of the people of Ghana.  The Act outlines the requirements…

Petroleum Law - Law 10/04 as amended by Law 5/19

Under the Petroleum Law and the Constitution of Angola, all natural resources are the property of the Angolan State, including all onshore and offshore petroleum reserves.    This law states that all petroleum operations – such as prospecting, exploration, development and…

Petroleum Profits Tax Act

Taxes shall be levied on the profits of companies engaged in petroleum operations (Sec. 8).   Sec. 9(3) allows for adjusted profits (profits after deductions in Sec. 10(1) and adjustments made under Sec. 14).    Sec. 10 deductions include – (c) royalties for natural gas sold and…

Emission Guidelines for Existing Sources in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector (Subpart OOOOc)

Emission guidelines that states must follow when developing plans to limit methane emissions from existing oil & gas sources.

Standards of Performance for New, Reconstructed, and Modified Sources in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector (Subpart OOOOb)

Final rule tightening methane and VOC standards on new, reconstructed, and modified oil & gas facilities, including super-emitter response programme.

Environmental Bylaw for Hydrocarbons Activities

This regulation concerns nationwide hydrocarbon operations, applying to operators in any segment of the hydrocarbon industry, including exploration, development and production, storage, transportation, industrialisation and commercialisation of petroleum, oil derivatives,…

Resolution 58/2024

Resolution 58/2024 establishes objectives and guidelines for the detection, control, monitoring, quantification, and reduction of methane emissions from hydrocarbon activities in the province of Chubut, with the aim of reducing their impact on the environment. The regulation…

Waste Prevention, Production Subject to Royalties, and Resource Conservation

Updates rules on flaring, venting, and royalty-bearing methane losses from onshore federal and tribal oil & gas leases.

Inflation Reduction Act 2022: Sec. 60105 Funding to Address Air Pollution

The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 allocates USD 117.5 million in funding to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for monitoring of air pollution. This includes funding to modernize the national air quality monitoring network, especially in disadvantaged communities;…

Guidelines for Promoting Decarbonization for Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Activities (Brazil)

In August 2024, Brazil's National Energy Council Policy issued guidelines for decarbonizing activities related to the exploration and production of oil and gas. The guidelines declare that it is in the interest of the National Energy Policy to reduce GHG emissions from projects…

Royal Decree 114/2001 - The Law on the Conservation of the Environment and Pollution Prevention

This decree is the principal legal framework for environmental protection in the Sultanate of Oman. According to it, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs (MECA) oversees and regulates the environmental aspects of oil and gas developments in Oman. This decree also…

Decree No H45880T/214287 of January 23, 2012 - On General Conditions, Structure and Template of Upstream Oil and Gas Contracts

This decree was amended by Decree No H52087T/43465 of July 5, 2016, and it formally established the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) framework in Iran. EIA is defined as a study designed to predict and identify the potential environmental effects of a project.     This…

Environmental Organic Code

This code aims to ensure the right of people to live in a healthy and ecologically balanced environment. It outlines the main rights, duties, and principles related to environmental protection, including the best available environmental practices. It sets a regulatory system for…

Law No. 86 of 1956 concerning mining and quarrying

The law states that all mineral materials existing in mines in the Egyptian territories and the territorial waters are considered as state property. Furthermore, it stipulates the terms and obligations of all oil and gas operators carrying out activities within Egypt. It…

Petroleum Law No 25 of 1955

Under this law, all crude petroleum in Libya is the property of the Libyan State. Hence, no person may explore or exploit petroleum in Libya unless authorised by a permit or a concession issued in accordance with the law.   The petroleum law authorises land allocations and…

Ban on routine gas flaring to reduce methane emissions

The Danish Ministry of Climate, Energy and Utilities announced on 30 June that it would introduce a ban on routine gas flaring. The ban took effect on 1 July 2023. Until now, legislation stated that oil and gas companies must ensure that their oil and gas activities take place…

Law No. 04-20 of 13 Dhou El Kaada 1425 corresponding to 25 December 2004 on the prevention of major risks and disaster management within the framework of sustainable development

This law sets the rules for the prevention of major risks and disaster management within the framework of sustainable development. Among others, climatic risks, industrial and energy risks, atmospheric pollution, floods, forest fires, and land and sea pollution are considered…

Law No. 2014-390 of 20 June 2014 on sustainable development

Law No. 2014-390 defines the fundamental objectives of sustainable development and aims to identify and support policies for sustainable development and climate change mitigation. It defines sustainable development commitments; advances environmental protection, economic…

The Saskatchewan Petroleum Industry/Government Environment Committee

The Saskatchewan Petroleum Industry/Government Environment Committee (SPIGEC) was established in 1992. It is formed to facilitate the cooperative resolution of provincial environmental management issues, including climate change and gas flaring and venting. The Committee meets…

Agreement on cooperation for the development of the biogas and biomethane

This sector agreement was initiated by the Ministry of Climate and Environment and signed by representatives of government administration and stakeholders of the biogas and biomethane sector. The main purpose of the agreement is cooperation for the development of the sector in…

Sanitary norms and rules for the protection of atmospheric air in populated areas of the Republic of Uzbekistan (SanREN 0350-17)

Sanitary rules, norms and hygienic standards are documents that establish requirements in the field of sanitary and epidemiological welfare of the population, which are mandatory for compliance with state and other bodies, legal entities and individuals.  Sanitary requirements…

Law of Republic of Uzbekistan of 15.03.2021 №ZRU-678 „About environmental audit”

The law regulates relations in the field of environmental audit. The main objectives of this legislation are the assessment of the impact of the activities of the subject of environmental audit on the state of the environment; assessment of the effectiveness of environmental…

Climate Change Act

The Act aims to promote the implementation of Norway's climate targets which are indicated in the Section 3 and 4 of the Act as follows:   - Climate target for 2030: The target is for greenhouse gas emissions to be reduced by 50-55% by 2030 from the level in the reference year…

Financial Sector (Climate-related Disclosures and Other matters) Amendment Bill

The bill will amend the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013, the Financial Reporting Act 2013 and the Public Audit Act 2001 by implementing a single broad policy to broaden non-financial reporting by requiring and supporting the making of climate-related disclosures by certain…

Resolution No.2 of 2015 - The Environmental and Social Impact Assessment System in the State of Kuwait

This resolution regulates articles 7 and 16 of the Environmental Protection Law with regards to environmental impact assessments. It describes the purpose of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment Study (ESIA) and its legal requirements; indicates which projects are…

Decision No. 210/2001 pertaining to the Executive By-Law of the Law No. 21/1995 establishing the Environment Public Authority

The law establishes environmental requirements and standards in Kuwait. These standards apply to aspects related to environmental impacts of development projects, work and indoor environment, chemical resources management, hazardous waste, marine and coastal environment, air…

Air Pollution Act

The main objectives of this legislation are the preservation of the natural composition of atmosphere, the prevention and reduction of air pollution, and to provide institutional provisions in the field of atmospheric air protection.   (in Art. 24) It states that organizations…

Environmental Control Law as Amended

The law regulates relations in the field of environmental control. The main objectives of this legislation are the prevention, detection and suppression of violation of the requirements of legislation in the field of environmental protection and monitoring the state of the…

Strategy for the Transition to a Green Economy for the 2019-2030 Period - Resolution of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan No. PP-4477

This resolution outlines a strategy for the transition of the Republic of Uzbekistan to a "green" economy for the period 2019 – 2030 (hereinafter referred to as the Strategy), aiming to improve energy efficiency, rational consumption and conservation of natural resources,…

Subsoil Law

This law aims to ensure the rational, comprehensive use of subsoil to meet the needs for raw mineral materials, the protection of subsoil, the environment, and work safety. It states that the subsoil is the property of the Republic of Uzbekistan.   Thus, mineral deposits can…

Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act

This act aims to mitigate climate change through the application of pricing mechanisms to a broad set of greenhouse gas emission sources. It is composed of four main parts: charges related to fuels, pricing of industrial greenhouse gas emissions, the application of provincial…

Decree No. 10/1979 on reorganization of the National Oil Corporation

Decree No 10/1979 reorganized the National Oil Corporation (NOC), which was established under Law No: 24 of 1970. The Decree tasks the NOC with the enforcement of development plans for areas of petroleum exploration, aiming to support the national economy through the development…