Even as regulatory rollback continues at the federal level under the Trump administration, North Dakota state officials are pushing ahead to address the cleanup of abandoned oil/natural gas wellsites under a stepped-up effort mandated by state lawmakers.
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Colorado Targeting Unused NatGas Well Reclamation
The Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) has identified thousands of idled well locations it will be focusing on in 2016, according to a 43-page report, “Final Reclamation Inspection and Implementation Program,” completed by COGCC staff.
Senate Panel Votes Out Interior, DOE Nominations
The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee passed the nominations by a voice vote, without opposition.
Eagle Ford Group Weighs in on Roads and Pipes
As development in the liquids-rich Eagle Ford Shale of South Texas continues to expand, the task force formed earlier this year to address residents’ and industry’s concerns Wednesday issued recommendations related to truck traffic and pipeline development.