New API Standard Outlines Best Practices for Public Engagement in Pipeline Construction & Operations
Published by the American Petroleum Institute
WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 – The American Petroleum Institute (API) today announced the publication of a pipeline public engagement standard that builds on industry’s progress and commitment to proactive, inclusive and collaborative engagement throughout the construction and operation of our nation’s pipelines. The first edition API Recommended Practice (RP) 1185, Pipeline Public Engagement, provides guidelines and best practices for pipeline companies to build upon existing programs, or establish and implement new stakeholder engagement processes to ensure all stakeholders – including local officials, tribal representatives, community leaders, landowners and pipeline operators – can engage in meaningful dialogue throughout the life of a pipeline.
Read the full article at: https://www.api.org/news-policy-and-issues/news/2024/03/28/api-publishes-rp-1185-pipeline-community-engagement
