Politics & Regulation

Pipeline for gas exports with Russian flags (© Shutterstock/Fly Of Swallow Studio)
Pipeline for gas exports with Russian flags (© Shutterstock/Fly Of Swallow Studio)

Russian President Putin Announces Plans for Gas Pipeline to Iran

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced plans for a gas pipeline to Iran, a move that could see Moscow export up to 55 billion cubic meters of gas exports annually in a long-term arrangement. 

Logo of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)
Logo of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA)

New Federal Rule to Curb Methane Leaks from U.S. Gas Pipelines

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a final rule to bolster safety standards for natural gas pipelines. Announced on Friday, January 17, 2025, the new rule emphasizes updating leak detection and repair requirements for gas pipelines to ensure they are environmentally friendly. 

Flag of the state of Minnesota infront of the flag of the United States of America (© Shutterstock/rarrarorro)
Flag of the state of Minnesota infront of the flag of the United States of America (© Shutterstock/rarrarorro)

Minnesota Regulators Rescind Permit for Controversial Pipeline Pipestone National Monument

Minnesota utility regulators on Tuesday rescinded a permit for a gasoline pipeline near Pipestone National Monument, ordering cultural and archaeological surveys on two potential routes after objections from tribes who consider the area sacred.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Headquarters in Washington, DC (© Shutterstock/Mark Van Scyoc)
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Headquarters in Washington, DC (© Shutterstock/Mark Van Scyoc)

FERC Updates Regulations to Boost Cybersecurity Natural Gas Pipeline Industry

The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a final rule to update its regulations, incorporating the latest version of business practice standards for interstate natural gas pipelines. 

Flag of Ukraine waving in the wind on a clear day (© Shutterstock/rarrarorro)
Flag of Ukraine waving in the wind on a clear day (© Shutterstock/rarrarorro)

Ukraine's Gas Pipeline Operator TSO Modernizes with Help from USAID

The Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine (GTSOU) is making strides in modernizing its pipeline operations with the development and testing of a new mobile application for equipment maintenance and repair (EMR).

Flags of Canada and the USA (© Shutterstock/ruskpp)
Flags of Canada and the USA (© Shutterstock/ruskpp)

Alberta Seeks Pipeline Expansion, Eyes U.S. Partnership

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is exploring avenues to incentivize pipeline companies to enhance capacity and boost oil and gas exports to the United States. 

While dismissing direct government subsidies, Smith focuses on strategies to “de-risk” potential private sector investments.