Exxon installed what it called new leak detection technology in the Pegasus line in 2009.

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The leak detection system is of concern, too, to a lot of people.

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In the case of natural gas, the odor you smell is mercaptans organic chemicals with distinctive odors that make leak detection possible.

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There were also discussions around innovation that would be more relevant to utility markets such as smart metering, leak detection, pressure regulation, water quality monitoring and more.

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The rerouted pipeline is replete with high-tech leak-detection systems as well, and it was recently green-lighted by Nebraska governor Dave Heineman.

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