EPA plans broader changes to oil and gas emissions rules
EPA says it will propose changes to federal oil and gas rules, including rescinding the Methane Super Emitter Program. The announcement does not change current requirements.
Oil and Gas
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Nigeria Advances $15 Billion Deepwater Oil Project After New Contract Agreement
Nigeria signed updated contracts for Bonga Southwest/Aparo, moving the delayed deepwater project toward a final investment decision but not construction.
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Montana’s federal oil and gas lease sale advances as cleanup-bond debate continues
A July 14 BLM decision advanced a 66-parcel lease sale spanning Montana and North Dakota. A separate proposed rule would lower minimum bonds and change public participation, with comments due Aug. 24.
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DOE opens $65.5 million oil and gas technology competition
DOE is seeking applications for up to 16 cost-shared oil and gas technology projects, with full proposals due September 22, 2026.
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Fort Collins prepares for next step on Prospect Energy well closures and cleanup
Fort Collins has advanced a measure tied to former Prospect Energy well closures, with a second council reading scheduled for August 18 as Larimer County organizes a broader 50-well cleanup.
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Interior proposes new royalty rules for oil, gas and coal
United States Energy Environment and Federal Rules – Interior has proposed royalty changes for public-lands oil, gas and coal, including new valuation methods and a 60-day public comment window. ([doi.gov](https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/department-interior-proposes-streamlined-regulations-oil-gas-and-coal))