Oilfield environmental companies used to focus on cleaning up what could be seen—oil spills, produced water leaks, oilfield sludge. And that’s still on the list. But today the focus is shifting to unseen, climate-related issues, including methane and carbon dioxide. Two companies are helping Permian Basin producers clean up those areas. Helping Operators Profit from New … [Read More]
Crucial Times for a Crucial Industry
My name is Jeff Sparks and I am your new chairman at the Permian Basin Petroleum Association. I am humbled when I reflect on the truly great leaders the PBPA has had … [Read More]
CO2 Conference
A huge percentage of horizontal wells are non-commercial in 10-15 years. What do you do next to preserve your asset? Consider CO2 storage, EOR and produced water. … [Read More]
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You’re Late
Summer is gone, temperatures are dropping, and we can reset the thermostat. Before you know it, the temperatures will drop to a tolerable level. There are no more hot weather conditions causing heat issues. Now is the time to prepare for winter. Remember that … [Read More]
Remember a Veteran on Veteran’s Day
Veterans Day falls on Nov. 11th. As I pondered how to commemorate this occasion, it occurred to me that one way is simply to tell a veteran's story. If the desire is to honor veterans in general, then seeing one doing his sacrificial duty for his country is a … [Read More]
Permian People November 2024
The November edition of the hirings, promotions, and other personnel matters in the nation's biggest oil patch—or in companies who do business here. Denver, Colo.-based SM Energy hired Beth McDonald, former Pioneer Natural Resources executive, … [Read More]