Regulations of Petroleum Operations (Decree 34/2015)

The Regulations of Petroleum Operations (Decree 34/2015) set out implementing provisions for petroleum operations. 

In terms of the Regulations, flaring of petroleum is required to be strictly controlled and subject to the approval of the National Petroleum Institute. The authorisation for flaring is required to set out the duration, volume and quantity of petroleum approved for flaring. Flaring for short periods, testing, safety or emergency reasons is to be notified within 24 hours and followed by a detailed report in 7 days. Operators are required to monitor, record and disclose the quantity of petroleum flared, injected or wasted. 

The Regulations also require operators to develop and submit a development plan which must include technical solutions aimed at preventing flaring and harmful emissions.

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