Wastewater Disposal
Shale Law Weekly Review – October 26, 2020
Pipelines: Dakota Access Permitted to Increase Pipeline Capacity
On October 14, 2020, the Illinois Commerce Commission issued an order allowing the Dakota Access Pipeline to install more pumping stations along the pipeline at various locations in Illinois. The Commission found that the additional pump stations will help to nearly double the pipeline’s capacity to transport crude oil from 570,000 barrels per day to up to 1.1 million barrels per day. The additional pump stations will be located in Hancock County, Massac County, and near Patoka, Illinois. Dakota Access Pipeline alleged the need to increase capacity of the pipeline in order to meet growing […]
Shale Law Weekly Review – April 23, 2019
State Regulation: Colorado Governor Signs New Oil and Gas Regulations into Law
On April 16, 2019, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed into law SB19-181, Protect Public Welfare Oil and Gas Operations. The new law amends the purpose of the state’s Oil and Gas Conservation Act by prioritizing public health, safety, welfare, and the environment when regulating oil and gas development. Notably, the bill provides local governments with greater authority to regulate the siting of drilling operations, inspect facilities, and impose fines for spills (p.1-2). In addition, the bill requires drillers to continuously monitor their air pollution and minimize their […]
