Decree No.10289 on the Petroleum Activities Regulations implementing the Offshore Petroleum Resources Law No.132 of 2010.

Subject

Energy, Environment gen., Sea, Waste & hazardous substances

Keyword

Oil EIA Procedural matters Protection of environment Risk assessment/management Transport/storage Authorization/permit Environmental audit Environmental planning Energy conservation/energy production Royalties/fees Data collection/reporting Early warning system/emergency intervention system Inspection Liability/compensation Oil pollution Hazardous substances Exploration

Geographical area

Western Asia

Entry into force notes

This Regulation enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.

Abstract

This Regulation consisting of 165 articles aims at regulating the petroleum activities in Lebanon in compliance with the established objectives for safety, working environment, health, protection of the environment and resource management. The Regulation provides for: the legal representation of the right holder; the management system; the general duties of the operator and the right holder; the strategic environmental assessment study before any petroleum rights are awarded or petroleum activit

Full text

English

Website

www.lpa.gov.lb

References - Legislation

Implements

The Offshore Petroleum Resources Law No.132 of 2010.

Legislation | Lebanon | 2010

Keyword: Energy conservation/energy production, Basic legislation, Oil, Natural gas, Exploration

Source: FAO, FAOLEX