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Reusing produced water

Oilfield Technology

Historically, excess PW not needed for sweeping producing formations has been disposed of in Class II Saltwater Disposal wells (SWD). In recent years these higher disposal volumes have led to seismic events in several states.

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Texas RRC issues enhanced guidelines for Permian disposal wells

Oil & Gas 360º

(World Oil) – Utilizing scientific and engineering analysis, the Railroad Commission of Texas has issued new guidelines that further strengthen permitting of disposal wells in the Permian basin. Additionally, the RRC will place limits on the maximum volumes that SWDs can inject based on the pressure in the disposal reservoirs.

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Livingston Parish Ban on Injection and Disposal Wells Passes

The Energy Law

In a recent blog post, we discussed a proposed ordinance before the Livingston Parish Council to ban injection and disposal wells in Livingston Parish. Yesterday, the council unanimously voted to pass the ordinance, which places a one-year moratorium on injection and disposal wells. To read more, click here.

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Livingston Parish Council Proposes Ordinance Banning Injection and Disposal Wells

The Energy Law

Last week, the Livingston Parish Council introduced a proposed ordinance that would place a moratorium on “the construction of disposal wells and injection wells in the Parish of Livingston.” [1] Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

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Third Circuit Issues New Act 312 Decision Involving Prescription and Breach of Contract

The Energy Law

As to the 1994 lease, the Court found that Unocal had an express duty to restore the property “to the same or similar condition existing at commencement of the lease as nearly as practicable” as well as a duty to comply with all applicable governmental regulations. Communications include firm news, insights, and events.

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