Gas
Avista Utilities to replace Oregon natural gas pipeline as part of 20-year infrastructure program
The pipe replacement is part of Avista's 20-year natural gas replacement program that began in 2012. The program focuses on replacing Aldyl-A pipe that is 1.25 inches to 4 inches in diameter and was installed before Jan. 1, 1987, or manufactured before January 1985. Replacement is required for natural gas utilities across the country.
Natural gas transmission projects to drive Williams’ growth in 2024
CEO Alan Armstrong said, “Looking ahead, Williams is excited to provide additional natural gas solutions to support the reliability of the U.S. power sector as it faces growing regional demand."
New Jersey Natural Gas files base rate increase to support $850 million infrastructure investment
The investment included upgrades to critical infrastructure, including looping and reinforcement projects, and the replacement of 140 miles of vintage distribution mains and associated service lines to ensure the safety, reliability and integrity of its delivery systems and support mandates set forth in state and federal regulation.
CorEnergy sells interstate natural gas pipeline system to Spire Midstream from $175 million
The MoGas System is an interstate natural gas transmission and distribution system provides service to markets in Missouri and Illinois.
Enbridge, FortisBC to study hydrogen delivery through Canadian gas pipeline infrastructure
This hydrogen blending study will look at the percentage of hydrogen that can be safely transported through gas pipeline infrastructure, such as Enbridge's Westcoast natural gas transmission system, as well as FortisBC's gas transmission and distribution systems, to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help develop a low-carbon energy economy.
Indiana utility to develop gas, electric businesses with capital from Blackstone Infrastructure investment
NIPSCO intends to support the continued growth and modernization of its gas and electric transmission and distribution systems, which will play critical roles in the energy transition.
Williams acquires Gulf Coast natural gas storage, pipeline assets for $1.95 billion
The transaction includes six underground natural gas storage facilities located in Louisiana and Mississippi with total capacity of 115 billion cubic feet, as well as 230 miles of gas transmission pipeline and 30 pipeline interconnects to attractive markets, and connections to Transco, the nation’s largest natural gas transmission pipeline.
Texas regulator inspects critical underground gas infrastructure to prepare for winter weather
The inspection team has already covered most of the state’s “Tier One” facilities, which include underground gas storage sites and pipelines funneling fuel to electricity plants, among other pieces of critical infrastructure.
Federal regulators give more time to complete gas pipeline extension in Virginia, North Carolina
The builders of a proposed natural gas pipeline that will enter North Carolina from Virginia now have another 2 1/2 years to complete the project after federal regulators pushed back a deadline for the work.
Florida house explosion injures 4 and investigators are eyeing gas as the cause, sheriff says
Four people were injured in an explosion early Tuesday that severely damaged a Florida house, authorities said. Investigators were focused on gas as a possible cause.
Chesapeake Utilities to double Florida natural gas infrastructure with Florida City Gas acquisition
Approximately 60% of the company's upcoming five-year capital investment plan will be allocated to Florida, including investments related to pipeline replacement programs, expansions to support customer growth and increased transmission capabilities to reach new developments and support increased demand.
Texas Electricity Supply Chain Map receives critical infrastructure updates to improve emergency response
The map has has more than 21,000 miles of gas transmission pipelines and approximately 60,000 miles of electric transmission lines.
Biden administration targets US oil and gas industry with new rule on methane emissions
The Biden administration on Saturday issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, targeting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry for its role in global warming as President Joe Biden seeks to advance his climate legacy.
NPCC launches gas infrastructure study to evaluate distribution systems, pipeline constraints
The Northeast Power Coordinating Council (NPCC) announced the launch of a northeastern regional gas infrastructure study to evaluate fuel supply to the region’s electric generation.
MDU Resources to expand electric, natural gas utilities, pipeline businesses with $2.8 billion investment
MDU Resources intends to become a pure-play regulated energy delivery business consisting of electric and natural gas utilities and a natural gas pipeline business.
NV5 Global to support New Jersey utility projects with $17 million contracts
NV5 will deliver engineering services for a variety of critical areas, including metering and regulation (M&R) station upgrades, gas transmission main replacements involving trenchless technologies, gas facility structural support solutions, and feasibility route studies.
Georgia’s largest utility asks regulators to secure more power generation with natural gas
Georgia Power said it wants to build or contract for at least 3,365 more megawatts of generating capacity. That would be enough to power about 1.4 million homes.
Indiana utility requests rate raise to fund natural gas infrastructure modernizations
The request is largely driven by federal safety and compliance regulations, system upgrades to support economic development and job creation, and infrastructure modernization and improvements that directly benefit customers and communities.
Navigator cancels proposed Midwestern CO2 pipeline, citing ‘unpredictable’ regulatory processes
A company on Friday said it would cancel its plans for a 1,300-mile (2,092-km) pipeline across five Midwestern states that would have gathered carbon dioxide emissions from ethanol plants and buried the gas deep underground.
Xcel Energy receives $100 million federal grant to mitigate wildfires, boost grid resiliency
The projects will take a number of steps to boost grid resiliency, including moving high-risk distribution circuits underground.
Biden administration wants to count downstream GHG emissions when FERC considers pipeline, power projects
(UI) — The President Biden administration announced its latest effort to throw a wrench in pipeline construction. The Biden Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) wants to rollback Trump administration pro-pipeline changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
Excavation workers hit gas line in La Pine, Ore., subdivision
(UI) — In La Pine, Oregon, an excavation crew working in a newly developed subdivision had an incident where they accidentally hit a two-inch natural gas line. This led to a gas leak that raised concerns among nearby residents, resulting in advisories to shelter in place and avoid outdoor open flames until the repairs were completed.
Biden awards $7 billion for clean hydrogen hubs across the country
The Biden administration has selected clean-energy projects from Pennsylvania to California for a $7 billion program to kickstart development and production of hydrogen fuel.
Interstate natural gas pipeline explosion in Idaho prompts evacuations
The explosion happened when a worker using an excavator ruptured a 22-inch (56-centimeter) natural gas pipeline near the town of about 10,600 people, said Chief Deputy Douglas Hart of the Canyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Pennsylvania candy company contests OSHA citations following March 2023 natural gas explosion that killed seven
According to R.M. Palmer Co., an NTSB investigation found that natural gas was leaking from a DuPont service tee under a public road less than 2 feet from underground piping that ran between the company’s headquarters and the building that ultimately exploded.
Chesapeake Utilities expands natural gas business with $923 million Florida City Gas acquisition
With the addition of FCG, Chesapeake Utilities' overall natural gas distribution presence in Florida will include an approved regulated rate base of $941 million, serving more than 211,000 customers through nearly 7,000 miles of natural gas distribution company pipeline.
Sewer gas leak hospitalizes four DC high school students
(UI) — Four high school students from McKinley Tech High School in Washington, D.C., have been hospitalized due to hydrogen sulfide, commonly known as sewer gas.
NV5 awarded $16 million to upgrade NYC sewer, electrical, gas infrastructure
NV5 Global, Inc. has been awarded a $16 million extension to an existing resident engineering inspection services contract by the New York City Department of Design and Construction.
Federal regulators propose rule changes after 2018 gas distribution pipeline blasts in Massachusetts
These proposed changes are designed to improve safety and ease risk through the improvement of emergency response plans, integrity management plans, operation manuals and other steps, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
Duke Energy methane emissions monitoring platform to receive federal funding
The company's current methane-monitoring platform – which has reduced recordable leaks by more than 85% since the beginning of 2022 – uses satellites, sensors and other cutting-edge technologies to detect leaks and measure real-time methane emissions on underground natural gas distribution systems.
- Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on fiber optic network in Superior, Colo.
- Excavator collides with I-95 overpass in Henrico, Va., causing multi-vehicle crash
- Shrewsbury, Mass., expands sewer inspections and cleaning efforts
- Two workers rescued after hours trapped in Mich. trench collapse
- Trump calls for Keystone XL pipeline revival, but developer has moved on
- Illinois overhauls Peoples Gas pipeline program, mandates focus on high-risk pipes
- Ameren Illinois to invest $140 million in natural gas pipeline replacement program
- Charlottesville, Va., to begin work on 24-inch water line for Rivanna River crossing
- Mass. governor slams Trump for ‘dangerous delay’ of $50 million in lead pipe replacement funds