HDPE benefits from being among the most chemically inert of all plastics, as well as being far easier—and therefore cheaper—to transport than steel. Chevron Phillips Chemical Company ’s Performance Pipe division will provide the Midstream plant with a " unique " , high - density polyethylene pipe to move wastewater from the Eagle Ford shale play to several saltwater disposal facilities . Chevron said using the 300-mile PlatinumStripe 1800 - PE - RT piping will lower carbon emissions by eliminating 250,000 annual truck trips , and reduce wear and tear on public roads .
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company ’s Performance Pipe division will provide the Midstream plant with a " unique " , high - density polyethylene pipe to move wastewater from the Eagle Ford shale play to several saltwater disposal facilities . Chevron said using the 300-mile PlatinumStripe 1800 - PE - RT piping will lower carbon emissions by eliminating 250,000 annual truck trips , and reduce wear and tear on public roads .