API Michigan reports on the importance of pipeline safety

“Today’s report further confirms that pipelines are among the safest and most efficient ways to transport crude oil,” said API Michigan Executive Director, Peter Langley. “Alternative transportation methods to Michigan’s Line 5 pipeline were evaluated and ultimately eliminated due to a greater potential for environmental incidents and higher energy costs for Michigan consumers.

“Ensuring the long-term safety of critical pipeline infrastructure like Line 5 and building new pipeline infrastructure throughout the state is critical to ensuring that Michigan consumers have access to our abundant domestic energy resources and the high paying jobs that come with it. It’s estimated that increased energy infrastructure investment would support 20 000 Michigan jobs on average annually and contribute US$49 billion to the state’s economy through 2035.

“Safety is a core value embedded in the oil and natural gas industry’s operations culture, and we look forward to working collaboratively to ensure that critical infrastructure projects like Michigan’s Line 5 continue to supply Michiganders with an affordable and reliable supply of energy.”