Leviathan oil field
Israel launches new search for natural gas in the Mediterranean Sea
The new gas exploration process comes alongside plans for a 150km. electricity cable linking southern and central Israel.
Leviathan production capacity exceeds expectations
Iran’s poorly maintained ‘dark fleet’ poses major risk for oil spill in Mideast - Guardian
Long-awaited gas export deal with Egypt to be signed 'in days,' source tells 'Post'
Leviathan gas rig continues operations despite Turboexpander suspension
Earlier on Sunday, the Energy Ministry said in a statement that the security torch at the rig had been lit as a precautionary measure, to prevent air pollution.
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Leviathan receives approval to complete start up operations next week
The Ministry of Environmental Protection has given the go ahead for operations to proceed after emissions from the platform were lower than forecast.
Leviathan gas platform’s final test ends successfully
“As we expected, there was no change in routine benzene concentrations,” the ministry said in a statement.
Leviathan gas platform test delayed, set to commence Tuesday
"The Ministry of Environmental Protection has reviewed the company's plans for the trial period," said the ministry in a statement.
Noble Energy fighting order to freeze Leviathan gas field
The order also prevents the third stage of Leviathan's operations from beginning, in which a poisonous amount of emissions would be emitted within a period of eight hours, according to the lawsuit.
More than 100 scientists protest Energy Ministry: Drop gas, go solar
The letter came in response to declarations by the energy minister earlier this month that Israel will move into a coal-free era of power production by the end of 2025.
Leviathan gas platform construction enters final stages
"In addition to further capacity, Leviathan provides Israel with a second platform, a second entry point of natural gas and a second reservoir. It offers real security of supply for Israel."
Twelve licenses approved for gas, oil exploration off Israel's coast
"This is another milestone for the discovery and development of additional natural resources in the economic waters of the State of Israel," said Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz.
Israeli gas exports to Egypt expected to commence this month
A large gas pipeline to Jordan from Leviathan is currently under construction.
