Working on behalf of the world’s oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) companies to promote safe, responsible and sustainable operations
Well safety
In response to accidents such as Macondo and Montara, the international oil & gas industry developed recommendations for improving well incident prevention, intervention and response capabilities. This work continues.
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International standards
To promote safety, health and the protection of the environment, the oil & gas industry has for decades worked to create a set of international standards for the industry. These efforts have intensified as OGP continues to emphasise the vital importance of comprehensive standards and practices worldwide.
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Process safety
Across the global oil & gas industry considerable effort is being focused on the prevention of major accidents that can cause serious harm to people, the environment and property.
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Sound and marine life
The oil & gas industry is dedicating significant resources to scientific research to study the potential effects on marine life of sound generated by offshore exploration & production activities.
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Publication highlight
Report 449 - Environmental management in Arctic oil & gas operations - good practice guide now published.
Post-Macondo Milestones
A summary of how the industry has implemented recommendations set out by OGP’s Global Industry Response Group (GIRG).
News
Industry leader cites importance of oil and gas production to European competitiveness
OGP has called on EU leaders to recognise the critical role played by oil and gas production in improving Europe’s security of supply and prosperity
OGP publishes FAQs for hydraulic fracturing
To ensure a better understanding of what is involved, OGP has produced a series of FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions).
Remote site issue tops Security Committee’s Vienna agenda
The latest Security Committee meeting focused in on the consequences of recent tragic events in Algeria.