New Mexico Secures Record $24.5 Million Settlement Over Natural Gas Flaring

The settlement with Ameredev addresses extensive air pollution violations in the Permian Basin, marking the state's largest civil penalty in this sector.

• Ameredev fined for flaring billions of cubic feet of natural gas, unable to transport it to processors, resulting in significant emissions.
• The flared gases included harmful pollutants like hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide, known to cause respiratory problems and environmental damage.
• New Mexico's new regulations, set for full compliance by 2026, aim to curb routine flaring and improve air quality monitoring.
• Ameredev commits to an independent audit and regular emissions reporting as part of the settlement terms.
• The settlement followed a citizen complaint, highlighting ongoing community concerns over air quality.

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