Compliance Reference
Regulatory Resources
A curated reference library of federal and state regulations, emissions standards, and safety requirements relevant to oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial manufacturing operations. Use these resources to navigate compliance obligations and stay current with evolving EPA and state-level requirements.
Federal Regulations
Regulatory Resources — Federal
Key federal standards governing air emissions, methane, VOCs, and greenhouse gas reporting for oil & gas, petrochemical, and industrial facilities.
EPA Methane Rules
Covers emissions limits, leak detection, and compliance updates related to EPA methane regulations for oil and natural gas operations.
Control Techniques Guidelines (CTGs) for VOCs
EPA guidance for RACT-level controls on VOCs from storage vessels, loading racks, and compressors. Essential for state implementation plan compliance.
NESHAP Subparts HH & HHH
Controls hazardous air pollutants (e.g., benzene, toluene) from production, storage, and transmission equipment. View CFR 40 Part 63.
GHG Reporting Program (GHGRP)
Greenhouse gas reporting thresholds, calculation methods, and subpart requirements for the oil and gas industry.
EPA New Source Performance Standards (NSPS OOOO/OOOOa/OOOOb/c)
Federal new source performance standards for VOC and methane emissions from production, gathering, and processing facilities.
EPA AP-42 Emission Factors
Standard reference for calculating emissions from combustion sources, storage tanks, and engines. Essential for permit applications and compliance demonstrations.
State Regulations
Regulatory Resources — State
State-level air quality programs and permitting requirements for upstream and midstream operators across key producing regions.
TCEQ Air Permitting (Texas)
Permitting thresholds and controls for upstream and midstream operators in Texas, including standard exemptions and permit by rule.
Colorado AQCC Regulation 7
Comprehensive VOC and methane rules including LDAR, pneumatic controllers, and tank control requirements for Colorado operations.
California Air Resources Board (CARB) — GHG & VOC Regulation
Stringent emissions standards for methane and VOCs from upstream and midstream sources operating in California.
North Dakota DEQ — Air Quality Division
Guidance for oilfield flaring, permits, and source registration for operators in the Bakken and other North Dakota producing areas.
Safety & Pipeline
Safety & Pipeline Regulations
Federal safety standards for pipeline integrity, process safety management, and occupational health in oil, gas, and industrial operations.
PHMSA Regulations — Compressor Stations & Pipelines (Part 192/195)
Operational limits and leak minimization requirements for natural gas and hazardous liquid transmission systems.
OSHA JSA for Oil and Gas Well Drilling
Job Safety Analysis standards and process guidance for well drilling operations, covering hazard identification and mitigation.
OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM)
Covers the 14 PSM elements required for facilities handling highly hazardous and flammable chemicals above threshold quantities.
Environmental Compliance Resources