Presentations
Shale Insight 2021
Babst Calland joins the Marcellus Shale Coalition for Shale Insight 2021, September 28-30, 2021. Shale Insight offers participants unprecedented interaction with industry-leading CEOs, elected officials and thought leaders, all of whom play a critical role in crafting the public policy and technical landscape that defines shale gas development around the world. Insightful technical and public affairs sessions, national keynote addresses, and networking receptions will provide attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors unique...
EMLF’s Fall Symposium
Hilton Lexington/Downtown 369 W Vine St. , Lixington, KY, United StatesBabst Calland joins the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its Fall Symposium, October 12,-14 2021. On Wednesday, October 13, US Senator Shelley Moore Capito will participate in a conversation with her son, Moore Capito, a Babst Calland Shareholder and member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, about the bipartisan infrastructure bill and other legislative priorities, and their potential impact on the energy industry. Also on Wednesday, October...
Pipeline Safety Regulations
WebinarOn Thursday, October 14, 2021, Pipeline Attorneys Keith Coyle and Brianne Kurdock will be co-presenters for EUCI's "Pipeline Safety Regulations." The pipeline industry is under heightened scrutiny by regulators, the media, and the public. The NTSB highlighted aging pipelines as a concern in its 2019-2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. Likewise, Congress has an ongoing interest in the safety of older transmission pipelines and in the replacement of...
2021 Annual Environmental Conference
VirtualAttorney Lisa Bruderly will present "Hot Topics in Water Law: Regulatory Issues Affecting Permitting and Compliance" during the PA Chamber of Business and Industry's 2021 Annual Environmental Conference. Topics include: A discussion of recent key federal and Pennsylvania water law developments that will affect regulatory permitting and compliance. The latest definition of “water of the United States,” industrial stormwater compliance, drinking water and spill prevention and response. Updates on case...
Energy & Mineral Law Foundation – Petrochemicals Update
VirtualBabst Calland joins the Energy Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its "Petrochemicals Update" weekly webinar series, October 20-November 10, 2021. Following up on the popular 2018 Petrochemicals Special Institute, this webinar will feature a series of business and legal topics, including updates on the Shell cracker plant in Pittsburgh and other developments, navigating economic incentives for petrochemical projects, safety and permitting best practices, and panel discussions on environmental, social, governance...
39th Annual PACA Meeting
Hotel HersheyAttorney Kevin Garber will present "Land Use/Zoning: The Impact on Our Industry" at Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association's (PACA) 39th Annual Meeting on Monday, November 15, 2021. Kevin will discuss land use zoning and the impact on the industry, as well as actions they need to take to better position themselves as they expand and renew their operations. For more information, click here.
Renewable Gas: Project Development, Regulation and Emerging Markets
Babst Calland joins EUCI for "Renewable Gas: Project Development, Regulation and Emerging Markets," November 9-10, 2021. Renewable gas is increasingly gaining traction as a valuable resource in the decarbonization era. This symposium will serve as a forum for the energy sector to explore the applications and opportunities of this resource – specifically evaluating two categories of renewable gas: Renewable Natural Gas (RNG): pipeline-quality natural gas (biomethane) derived from processing, cleaning...
Green Hydrogen 101
VirtualBabst Calland joins EUCI for "Green Hydrogen 101," December 7-8, 2021. Green hydrogen as a clean energy resource has attracted the attention of governments and businesses worldwide, and has become a central part of many nations’ decarbonization plans. 2021 has already been a defining year for green hydrogen development with a marked increase in deals in the past few months. The strategic implementation of green hydrogen could revolutionize value chains...
PIOGATech – Air Quality Technical Seminar
The Chadwick 10545 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA, United StatesAttorney Kevin Garber will be presenting "H2, Carbon Capture/Sequestration" at the PIOGATech Air Quality Technical Seminar on Thursday, December 16, 2021. This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the factors that influence air emissions, an overview of the regulations as they relate to oil and gas operations, compliance, and testing methods. This seminar will cover the following topics: Scope 1, 2, 3 GHG Emission Inventories RGGI, Infrastructure...
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill | What Natural Resources and Energy Lawyers Need to Know
VirtualBabst Calland joins the The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law (formerly the Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation) for "The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill | What Natural Resources and Energy Lawyers Need to Know" on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Attorneys Jim Curry and Sean McGovern will co-present "Energy Sources and Production." Topics include: Programs to plug orphaned oil and gas wells and remediate and restore well sites; Background on potential...
PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule Webinar
WebinarOn Thursday, January 13, 2022, Pipeline Attorney Keith Coyle will present a webinar on the "PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule" for the Ohio Oil and Gas Association (OOGA). On November 15, 2021, the Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a final rule for onshore gas gathering lines. The final rule, which represents the culmination of a decade-long rulemaking process, establishes new safety standards and reporting requirements for historically exempt gas...
Smart Business Dealmakers Conference- The M&A Boom: Can It Last?
Wyndham Grand Hotel Downtown 600 Commonwealth Place, Pittsburgh, United StatesBabst Calland joins Smart Business for its Dealmakers Conference, “The M&A Boom: Can It Last?,” on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Attorney Kevin Wills will be a co-panelist for “What Factors Are Impacting Your Deal … and How To Address Them.” As the deal market continues to be hot, transactions like capital raises, company sales, acquisitions, and liquidity events continue to occur at a rapid pace. But it’s become clear that some things...
2022 Appalachian Land Institute
Hollywood Casino at the MeadowsOn Wednesday, March 16, 2022, Attorney Nik Tysiak will present “WV Tax Sales” at the Michael Late Benedum Chapter of the American Association of Professional Landmen’s 2022 Appalachian Land Institute. For more information, click here.
OGA Technical Seminar & Affiliate Display
Nationwide Hotel and Conference CenterBabst Calland joins the Ohio Gas Association (OGA) for its Technical Seminar & Affiliate Display, March 17-18. Attorney Chris Kuhman will present "New Gathering Rule" which will cover PHMSA's new final rule for onshore gas gathering lines. For more information, click here.
Platts’ Hydrogen Markets Americas Conference
InterContinental San Diego, San Diego, CA/OnlineBabst Calland joins Platts for its Hydrogen Markets Americas Conference, March 30-April 1, 2022. Attorney Jim Curry will be a co-panelist for "DOE Support for Regional Hydrogen Hubs." This panel will discuss: DOE funding and proposals Working with regional hubs Progress in building out hydrogen infrastructure Implications for national hydrogen projects Updates on some important regional hubs: Ohio Valley, Los Angeles, Houston, & Wyoming For more information, click here.
Thorny Issues in Chapter 11 and How to Avoid Them
Duquesne Club 325 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAttorney David Ross will be a co-panelist for TMA Pittsburgh's "Thorny Issues in Chapter 11 and How to Avoid Them" on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. For more information, click here.
2022 PIOGA Spring Meeting
Rivers CasinoAttorneys Kevin Garber and Jean Mosites will co-present an "Environmental Year in Review and Outlook for 2022" during PIOGA's Spring Meeting on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. For more information, click here. Kevin Garber Jean Mosites
Developments and Emerging Trends in ESG and Environmental Justice
Zoom WebinarAttorneys Gina Falaschi and Sean McGovern will present "Development and Emerging Trends in ESG and Environmental Justice" to the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel (ACC) on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. ESG is a hot topic in board rooms across the country. This presentation will cover the basics of ESG, some of the current standards, and recent developments, including the SEC’s proposed Climate Disclosure Rule released on...
2022 AAPL & EMLF Joint Land Institute
Pittsburgh Airport MarriottAttorney Nik Tysiak will present a "Case Law Update" during the AAPL & EMLF Joint Land Institute, April 27-28, 2022. This session will encompass land and leasing case law updates for Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. For more information, click here.
CLE: Producing ESI or Electronic Stored Information
Babst Calland Offices Two Gateway Center, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesBabst Calland's Chaz Peacock will present a CLE program on “Producing ESI or Electronic Stored Information" on Thursday, April 28, 2022. *Space is limited.