Equitrans Midstream Secures Regulatory Approval for Mountain Valley Pipeline
Equitrans Midstream has reached a consent agreement with the US pipeline regulator, the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), for the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) project. The agreement allows for previously planned inspections to verify the pipeline's integrity and includes other measures. The $6.6 billion gas pipeline project has faced legal challenges since its construction began in 2018. Environmentalists have raised concerns about its impact on soil and water quality. Equitrans Midstream believes that transparently outlining the steps being taken to responsibly complete construction will enhance public confidence in the pipeline's safe operation. The consent agreement is not expected to significantly affect the project's cost or schedule.