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Pipeline Operators Continue to Meet Critical Energy Needs in the Face of COVID-19

Wednesday, Alex Oehler, interim President and CEO of the Interstate Natural Gas Association (INGAA) testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation about the pipeline industry’s response to COVID-19 and its efforts to continue to meet our nation’s energy needs while protecting its workforce amid the… Read More

INGAA Supports CWA Section 401 Modernization

              FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE INGAA Contact: Amy Conway, 713-306-6323 June 1, 2020   INGAA Supports CWA Section 401 Modernization Alex Oehler, interim President and Chief Executive Officer of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA), issued… Read More

Voluntary Methane Emissions Programs and Initiatives

Minimizing methane emissions remains a top priority for INGAA member companies. Many INGAA members participate in voluntary programs and initiatives focused on minimizing methane emissions, communication and collaboration across the natural gas value chain, and driving new and innovative technologies and processes. INGAA_methane_emissions_programs_5_17_21.pdfDownload… Read More

Pipe Hauling and Stringing Safety During Construction Activities

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Joint industry coalition supports government request for stay in Nationwide Permitting case

                             FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2020         Joint industry coalition supports government request for stay in Nationwide Permitting case WASHINGTON, May 18, 2020—A joint coalition including the… Read More

INGAA Foundation Offers Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention and Control to Natural Gas Infrastructure Supply Chain

Washington, DC (May 5, 2020) – Today, the INGAA Foundation published COVID-19 prevention and control Guidance for its members and other interested parties active in the development, construction and maintenance of natural gas transmission and storage infrastructure. Since the coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic and national emergency, our members… Read More

The Natural Gas Industry is Prepared for Times Like These

By Stan Chapman, Chairman, Interstate Natural Gas Association of America Amid this global public health crisis, when much seems unknown, it’s important to highlight how the transmission of natural gas through our nation’s underground pipeline network is safely and reliably bringing stability to our nation. Our interconnected pipeline grid and… Read More

Natural Gas + Earth Day: Clean

    As a clean, abundant and affordable fuel, natural gas plays a significant and growing role in America’s energy mix. As we join our neighbors around the world in celebrating Earth Day, it’s important to reflect on the clear and meaningful environmental benefits natural… Read More

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Joint Association Comments on PHMSA�s Automated Valve Proposed Rulemaking

The American Gas Association (AGA), American Petroleum Institute (API), American Public Gas Association (APGA), and Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (INGAA) (jointly “the Associations”) submit these comments for consideration by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regarding the gas pipeline provisions of PHMSA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, “Pipeline Safety: Valve Installation… Read More

Helping Our Neighbors in a Time of Need

INGAA’s member companies are stepping up their commitments to support their employees and communities as they respond to the rapidly unfolding COVID-19 public health emergency. As a recent Natural Gas Intelligence article highlights, INGAA’s members are raising money and organizing additional relief efforts for health care providers, first responders… Read More

Interstate Natural Gas Systems Continue Safe and Reliable Operations During COVID-19

As society and government continue to respond to the COVID-19 public health emergency, interstate natural gas system operators are taking the necessary steps to maintain safe and reliable operations to ensure delivery of natural gas to power plants, local utilities and industrial consumers. INGAA member companies have a strong legacy… Read More

INGAA Comments on Senate Confirmation of James Danly as FERC Commissioner

Alex Oehler, interim president and CEO of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America, today issued the following statement on the Senate’s confirmation of James Danly to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC): “We thank the administration for nominating and the Senate for confirming James Danly to serve as FERC… Read More

CS-S-6: Guidance for Working at Heights and Fall Protection

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INGAA Highlights Importance of Natural Gas in America�s Energy Future Ahead of State of the Union

Ahead of tonight’s State of the Union Address, Alex Oehler, interim president and chief executive officer of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America, commented on the importance of natural gas in America’s energy future: “Natural gas infrastructure plays a critical role in transitioning to a lower carbon economy domestically… Read More

Natural Gas Coalition Letter to Members of the Subcommittee on Energy

Dear Members of the Subcommittee on Energy: As organizations representing the natural gas value chain, we are writing to express our support for sound federal policy that facilitates the continued development of natural gas infrastructure. Energy is the capacity to do work. Without it, everything stops. When it… Read More

INGAA�s Member Companies are Taking Key Steps to Reduce Methane Emissions

Compressor stations are above ground facilities that pressurize natural gas and allow it to efficiently flow through pipelines for safe and reliable delivery. These stations are located about every 40 to 100 miles along a natural gas pipeline and fulfill a critical function that keeps our energy infrastructure working. Interstate… Read More

INGAA President and Industry Veteran Don Santa Announces Retirement

After nearly two decades leading the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America (“INGAA”), Don Santa announced today that he will retire from the organization effective February 15, 2020. “Don’s experience in both the public and private sector served INGAA well for nearly two decades. Under his leadership, INGAA played a… Read More

Why What We Do Matters

By Stan Chapman, Chairman, Interstate Natural Gas Association of America One of our engineers, named Mark, told me a story that I’d like to share. While Mark was enjoying a Thanksgiving Day meal, his uncle asked him, “What is it that you do at TC Energy?” Before he could respond,… Read More

INGAA Supports NEPA Reform

Proposed rule by the Council on Environmental Quality an Important Step in Restoring the Intent of NEPA Don Santa, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America, issued the following statement in response to the White House Council on Environmental Quality proposed rules on the… Read More