The laws and regulations in Greylock Productiona may impose several obligations, such as obtaining a permit for drilling water withdrawal or waste disposal operations. These regulations also determine the types and quantities of substances that may be disposed or released into the environment. The prohibition of construction or drilling activities in sensitive areas such as wetlands, wilderness areas, or areas containing endangered or threatened species or their habitats requires investigatory and response actions to mitigate pollution conditions arising from Greylock Productiona operations or previous operations. Failure to comply with these laws and regulations may result in the imposition of remediation obligations.