Responsible Operations
Star Energy complies with all relevant regulation and legislation whilst enhancing the working environment for its employees and minimising the environmental impact of its operations.
We are one of the most heavily regulated industries in Britain and, in terms of onshore oil and gas, the world.
The Company strongly believes that corporate responsibility is integral to business success. Star Energy is compliant with all relevant regulation and legislation whilst enhancing the working environment for its employees and minimising the environmental impact of its operations.
Who regulates the onshore oil and gas industry?
Health and Safety Executive (“HSE”)
The HSE is the national independent body responsible for monitoring work-related health, safety and illness.
HSE regulations require an independent and competent person to examine the well’s design and construction.
Environment Agency (“EA”)
The EA is an environmental regulator responsible for the environmental aspects of onshore operations such as air, water and ecology. It issues permits for onshore activities.
the North Sea Transition Authority (“NSTA”) *
The NSTA, which is part of DESNZ is responsible for regulating offshore and onshore oil and gas operations in the UK.
Minerals Planning Authority (“MPA”)
The MPA is part of the local council responsible for determining planning applications for onshore oil and gas exploration and production.
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (“DESNZ”) *
DESNZ works to make sure the UK has secure, clean, affordable energy supplies and to promote international action to mitigate climate change.
* This includes, Oil & gas licensing, Oil & gas exploration & production, Oil & gas fields & wells, and Oil & gas infrastructure.