API RP 100-3 Second Edition 2024

API RP 100-3 Second Edition 2024 PDF

This document aims to help ensure that safe and responsible development of oil and natural gas resources is achieved with community and stakeholder input. API has revised the guidance within this document to address ongoing changes in industry practices, stakeholder expectations, and increased digital engagement. These updated guidelines include common communications and practices described by member company representatives, additional information regarding approaches for virtual engagement with stakeholders, emerging practices regarding environmental justice, and strategies and techniques highlighted by member companies and stakeholders.

This document is designed to provide guidance to U.S.-based upstream operators on how to assess, plan, and implement effective and meaningful stakeholder engagement strategies that are aligned with community values and priorities. The recommended strategies encourage constructive conversation between operators and stakeholders to address concerns and develop mutually agreeable solutions.