National Pipeline Conference 2024

A federal agency responsible for public engineering and sometimes environmental permits for pipelines.Often a 404 permit is needed from them to discharge from a pipeline or pipeline construction into waterways.

A U.S. federal law designed to control air pollution on a national level. Pipeline-related compressor stations sometimes need this permit.

A U.S. federal law regulating the discharge of pollutants into U.S. waters. Pipelines often need to get a 401 permit to discharge into waterways.

A federal department responsible for administering energy policy, overseeing energy resources, is responsible for assessing if domestic natural gas can be authorized for export as liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-Free Trade Agreement (FTA) countries. Export to FTA countries is automatic.

A U.S. government agency that regulates interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil, overseeing pipeline projects and LNG terminals. They also  conduct environmental reviews of  major pipeline projects.

A U.S. law requiring federal agencies to assess environmental effects of their actions and prepare Environmental Impact Statements for major projects.

is a United States–based 501 non-profit international environmental advocacy group, with its headquarters in New York City and offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Bozeman, India, and Beijing.

Authorizes activities related to the construction, maintenance, repair, and removal of utility lines, including pipelines. This is a blanket permit 404 that does not require much oversight of the project.

An agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation overseeing the safety of pipelines and hazardous materials transportation.

A strip of land that may contain one or more pipelines, allowing for their construction and maintenance. Also known as the route or pipeline route.

A global grassroots movement addressing climate change by mobilizing communities to reduce atmospheric CO2 levels to a safe 350 parts per million. Started by Bill McKibben.

Focused on protecting the Appalachian region’s environment and communities through legal advocacy and grassroots activism.

Protects the Appalachian region’s environment and communities through advocacy and education. Working against the MVP Southgate and SSEP projects.

A community organization improving environmental and social conditions in Brazoria County, Texas.

Their mission is to block the expansion of petrochemical plants in communities across the U.S.

A grassroots organization protecting the environment in the Blue Ridge region through advocacy and education.

Is a cultural heritage organization of individuals who identify as descendants of the Comecrudo people. Led by Juan Mancias.

Strengthens and supports community engagement in the Federal energy permitting and regulatory processes and amplifies public awareness.

An East-Texas based organization centered around fostering environmental conservation education & innovation for a new generation.

A nonprofit organization aiming to preserve natural systems through science, economics, and law, focusing on climate change and energy policy.

a nonpartisan, nonprofit watchdog organization that advocates for effective enforcement of environmental laws.

A nonprofit environmental law organization protecting public health and the environment through legal advocacy.

Provides data and analysis on the impacts of oil and gas extraction, especially hydraulic fracturing. Provides detailed maps of pipeline routes and nearby facilities like schools, nursing homes, and hospitals.

An initiative aimed at restoring natural habitats and promoting biodiversity conservation. Focused on fighting the De La Express pipeline which would end in Louisiana.

The Institute examines issues related to energy markets, trends, and policies. The Institute’s mission is to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable and profitable energy economy.

Committed to social justice and community development, guided by compassion, justice, and humility. Involved in fighting pipelines and other dangerous dirty energy infrastructure that harms the community.

A campaign opposing the Southeast Supply Enhancement Project, advocating against new pipeline construction.

The Pipeline Safety Trust was created after the Olympic Pipeline tragedy in Bellingham, Washington in 1999. They work on the safety of pipelines.

is an environmental justice advocacy and community development organization in Texas led by John Beard.

Advocates for property rights in the context of pipeline construction and supports and organizes communities facing pipeline projects.

A grassroots faith-based organization fighting for environmental justice opposing the expansion of petrochemical factories in St. James Parish, Louisiana.

Dedicated to protecting the Savannah River and its watershed through advocacy and education.

Advocates for equitable energy policies in South Carolina, focusing on marginalized communities.

Protects the environment of the Southeastern U.S. through legal advocacy and policy work.

Indigenous-led org that promotes social and environmental justice through community service and advocacy. Organizing against the SSEP and T15 projects in North Carolina.

Promotes science-based solutions to environmental and social issues in Georgia. Watching closely the issue of data centers as energy hogs.

A national organization promoting clean energy, protecting public lands, and combating climate change through grassroots activism.

Promotes clean energy solutions in the Southeastern U.S. to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

A consultancy providing strategic solutions for environmental and sustainability challenges.

Engages older adults in the fight against climate change, advocating for sustainable policies. Founded by Bill McKibben.

Focused on protecting natural resources and historic places in Upstate South Carolina.

a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and connecting Virginia's wild lands and waters.

A Venture Global pipeline project in Louisiana associated with LNG exportation.

A Moss Lake Partners project spanning Texas and going into Louisiana for the transportation of natural gas and resources.

An Enbridge project for  liquefied natural gas export in Texas aimed at exporting LNG to international markets.

A Dominion pipeline project located in Florence County, South Carolina.

A Oneok project in West Texas for transporting natural gas from the Waha hub to a pipeline in Mexico for export to Asian countries.

A Williams Co. Transco project involving new pipeline construction in Virginia and North Carolina, and compressor station work in South Carolina, and Georgia. See NoSSEP.org, above.

A pipeline project by Dominion Energy that would go from Eden, NC to Roxboro, NC.