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The Investigations & Enforcement Team sits within the NSTA's Regulation Directorate to address disputes between relevant persons and compliance with regulatory obligations.

The NSTA regulates offshore carbon dioxide storage – we are the licensing authority and approve and issue storage permits – and maintains the carbon storage public register.

We run a competitive licensing system and applications may only be made in accordance with approved procedures.

The NSTA is the regulator for flaring and venting under the Energy Act 1976 (as amended by the Energy Act 2016) and the Petroleum Act 1998

The North Sea Transition Authority is committed to ensuring the economic recovery of UK oil and gas and to enabling the achievement of the UK Government’s commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

The NSTA is committed to maximising the well value cycle on the UKCS through effective regulation, promotion and by using its influence with licensees, the supply chain and relevant bodies.

Operators must apply to the NSTA for relevant consents and approvals to carry out well related activities.

There are various potential outcomes the NSTA can pursue after conducting an Initial Assessment. A summary of the options can be found below: