Archaeological surveys are required before digging anywhere, whether it’s to build a pipeline or a house. They allow for the discovery and preservation of ancient artifacts before digging begins. This is a very important task in the pipeline industry, because…
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency defines hazardous waste as any waste that's harmful to humans or the environment. It can have various origins, from batteries to industrial wastes, and can present as nearly any state of matter. Any form of…
When dredging near utilities, the proper precautions must be taken to avoid deadly and costly mistakes. A plan must be implemented to work around them. This is why such utilities like natural gas lines, fiber optics, and power lines are…
Here in the south, it’s easy for wet areas around a pipeline to become overgrown with heavy brush or trees. In some situations, the pipeline can no longer be accessed because the surrounding area has become so wild and dense…
With mosquito season approaching, many people in the South are dreading the coming months. These pesky bugs carry diseases like West Nile virus, Zika, and Eastern Equine Encephalitis--all of which can be deadly. While total extermination is not the answer…
Did you know that coastal erosion does more than just affect drill sites and people living near the coast? It also affects people all over the United States. The coast is a valuable resource for Louisiana because it provides nutrients…
It’s pretty early to know exactly what’s going to happen for the 2019 hurricane season, but there are early models and climate predictions that can help determine what we can expect. There are two climate patterns that we can look…
When most people think about airboats, they envision a fun activity for tourists exploring the wetlands. While they are a great source of fun, these boats have several other practical uses. Continue reading to learn other ways in which they can…
The U.S. drilling rig count is up again from last year. Just last week, Baker Hughes announced that there are 1,076 active rigs in the United States, which is 136 more than last year. Based on this observation, the industry…
The Louisiana coast has been deteriorating at an alarming rate for quite some time now, with an estimated loss of 20 square miles of coastal land per year. Hopefully, with this year’s coastal restoration plan, the number decreases. Thankfully, Stan’s…
