Attacks to oil infrastructure in Norte de Santander have contaminated nine local water sources and even affected the Magdalena River. The development of these and more stories in our periodic Eco summary.
Detractors and defenders of fracking gave their opinion on this technique in afact-based debate.
The Alianza Colombia Libre de Fracking (ACLF) made a complaint against ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), saying the company is carrying out fracking activities.
GasThe Energy Regulatory Commission (CREG) announced changes in the natural gas wholesale market and these adjustments will take effect from this year.
The National Army presented a positive report on operations to fight this crime in the departments of Arauca, Norte de Santander and Nariño. The development of these and other stories in our periodic Security summary.
ProductionAlleged breaches of the environmental management plan is why the Inspector General ordered to stop activities in this important asset of Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC).
During a successful project approval marathon (‘ocadtón’) session, the Collegiate Bodies of Administration and Decision (OCAD) gave the green light to develop several projects throughout the country. These and other stories in our periodic Royalties summary.
GasEcopetrol (NYSE: EC) will start the second phase of work at the Cupiagua gas plant in the Department of Casanare. This new process will improve several operational aspects and the firm expects an increase in production.
The oil industry has suffered enough because of the constant attacks by the ELN. A cease-fire is great news for this sector, as it would mean a great relief for oil firms, at least while it lasts.
The Government will investigate recruitment processes in the oil sector, as there have been complaints about possible irregularities. Griselda Janeth Restrepo, Minister of Labor (MinTrabajo), spoke about the government’s actions to judge this situation.