February 2023

Did you know?

DID YOU KNOW? Natural gas and the nation’s natural gas infrastructure is essential for a thriving agriculture sector in the United States, benefiting farmers and consumers alike. From the fertilizer used in fields and the fuel used to run equipment, to the energy to process, store and transport our nation’s food supply to feed 330…

TRRC Notice to Oil & Gas and Pipeline Operators: Updates to Form CI-D and Form CI-X Online Filing System

Effective January 31, 2023, the Railroad Commission of Texas (TRRC) will launch updates to the online system used to file the Form CI-D, Acknowledgement of Critical Customer/Critical Gas Supplier Designation, and Form CI-X, Critical Designation Exception Application. The updates to the online filing system provide a more efficient process when submitting the required forms. Reminder:…

Q&A Section

Do you have questions? RCP’s SMEs have the answers. Information will be posted here for questions we often get from clients, or discussions we have with regulators, regarding interpretations and pending regulatory deadlines. Q: We have a gas pipeline adjacent to a refining / chemical facility.  How should I count the buildings in the facility…

The Enforcement Corner

The Enforcement Corner summarizes recent PHMSA enforcement actions, indicating where PHMSA is putting its enforcement efforts and the fines they are proposing for various types of violations. In December 2022, PHMSA issued 1 WL, 4 NOAs, 1 CAO, 1 NOPSO, and 8 NOPVs accompanied by $492,200 in proposed fines. Significant proposed fines were attributed to…

Did you know?

The Solution is Here.  America has the energy resources, innovation, and skilled workforce to meet energy needs while continuing to reduce emissions. But we need the policies to make it happen.  API has a plan to protect America from energy challenges together.  It’s a plan in three parts – to Make, Move, and Improve American…

2023 Conference News

In-person conferences are back in full swing! Visit us at our booth at both API & AGA where we will have plenty of swag and an opportunity to win a bottle of RCP’s 25th Anniversary Single Barrel Jack Daniel’s. API 2023 Pipeline Conference and ExpoMay 1-3, 2023 | JW Marriott Nashville, TN Registration is now open.…