For Energy Transition, Midstream’s Got Pipe, Needs Capital

The sector’s extensive natural gas pipeline network can be a tool to transporting cleaner fuels like hydrogen, CERAWeek panelists say, and maybe prompt investors to give oil and gas another look.

Cruz Puts Hold on Biden’s CIA Pick over Nord Stream 2 Pipeline

Senator wants administration to put sanctions on companies supporting the gas pipeline’s construction.

NextDecade and Bechtel Complete Pricing Refresh on EPC Agreements

The pricing in the EPC agreements is now valid until December 31, 2021. Additionally, NextDecade and Bechtel agreed to extend the validity of the EPC agreements until July 31, 2022.

Houston-based Black Bear Sells Alabama Gas Gathering Assets

An undisclosed buyer acquired BBT Alabama LLC, owner and operator of a fee-based, natural gas gathering system connecting production in Alabama to regional long-haul pipelines, says Houston-based Black Bear Transmission.

Canada Looking at All Options to Keep Line 5 Pipeline Operating

Deadline for shutdown order from the state of Michigan is approaching.

Noble Midstream Agrees to Chevron Buyout in $1.32 Billion All-stock Deal

Chevron said it had reached the buyout agreement with Noble Midstream on March 5, roughly a month after announcing a slightly smaller offer to buy out the pipeline operator.

NuStar to Expand Refined Products Pipeline for Albuquerque Market

Project to increase flow of refined fuels into region while increasing pipeline efficiency and environmental performance.

PATH FORWARD: How FERC’s New Chair Will Impact the Oil Industry

FERC will align with President Biden’s climate goals but the energy transition cannot be done “on the backs of oil and gas workers,” says Ken Irvin, co-leader of global energy practice with Sidley Austin.

Record US Crude Oil Stockbuild as Refining Plummets after Texas Freeze

The increase in crude oil stocks in the U.S. was also driven by a big jump in crude imports, which rose by a net 1.66 million bbl/d, the EIA said.

Enterprise Products Signs Power Purchase Agreement for Texas Solar Project

The agreement for solar power from a proposed project in Texas is the result of an initiative launched by Enterprise Products in 2020 to expand solar power purchasing and/or installations across its system, co-CEO Jim Teague says.