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OGA Plan - Emissions Reduction The OGA Plan on emissions reduction, which was published on 27 March 2024, sets out the NSTA’s requirements for how relevant persons can meet the Central Obligation, as set out in the Strategy, for Green House Gas (GHG) emissions reductions from oil and gas extraction. View more
Measured Escalation Process The NSTA’s Operations Directorate carries out structured, tiered stewardship reviews as part of its ‘business as usual’ operations. Where an issue arises that requires the NSTA’s attention, this will usually be dealt with initially through this stewardship process. View more
Prioritisation criteria When considering whether or not to take action using formal powers the NSTA will review that issue alongside its prioritisation criteria which can be found below: View more
Initial Assessment Outcomes There are various potential outcomes the NSTA can pursue after conducting an Initial Assessment. A summary of the options can be found below: View more
Regulatory Decisions (archived since May 2019) Summary of applications received and considered by the NSTA under sections 82-84 of the Energy Act 2011 and earlier legislation. View more
Guidance The NSTA produces a range of guidance documents, to support and assist industry in fulfilling its responsibilities and obligations, to set clear expectations on standards and behaviour, and to help share best practice. View more
UK Reserves And Resources Report as at end 2023 Oil and gas will remain a part of the UK energy mix as we transition to net zero; managing the declining production will remain important.. Download
