Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: Federal program under Clean Air Act Section 211(o) establishing requirements for renewable fuels, including EPA regulations for renewable identification numbers (RINs) and qualification criteria for renewable natural gas
Pipeline Safety Regulations: Federal framework including Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Act, Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and FERC regulations governing interstate pipeline transportation
Federal Environmental Regulations: Includes Clean Air Act, EPA standards, and Greenhouse Gas Reporting requirements that govern environmental aspects of biomethane production and distribution
State Renewable Portfolio Standards: State-specific requirements and targets for renewable energy integration, varying by jurisdiction
State Pipeline Regulations: State-level rules governing intrastate pipeline operations, safety standards, and transportation requirements
State Environmental Protection Laws: State-specific environmental regulations that may impose additional requirements beyond federal standards
State Utility Commission Rules: Regulations from state public utility commissions governing gas utility operations and biomethane injection into natural gas networks
State Incentive Programs: State-specific financial incentives and support mechanisms for renewable gas production and distribution
UCC Article 2: Uniform Commercial Code provisions governing sale of goods, applicable to biomethane trading contracts
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental contract law principles including formation, consideration, performance, and remedies
ISDA-style Trading Provisions: Standardized trading terms and conditions adapted from International Swaps and Derivatives Association frameworks
Local Zoning and Permitting: Municipal and local government requirements for facility siting, operation, and maintenance
Renewable Energy Tax Legislation: Federal and state tax provisions governing renewable energy credits and incentives
NAESB Base Contract: North American Energy Standards Board standardized contract terms and conditions for natural gas trading
