Click here to listen to the Audio verison of this story! It’s a tale as old as the pumpjack itself. Picture this: a well in West Texas, deep in the Permian Basin, that’s been pumping for years. Paint peeling, the sun taking its relentless toll. At first it flowed hot and heavy, but over time, production slid like a good hand who went bad with rotgut and gambling … [Read More]
Difference Maker
Click here to listen to the Audio verison of this story! The person who founded what is now Diamondback Energy and took it from a tiny, … [Read More]
4 Hidden Costs Hurting Service Companies’ Production Chemical Total Spend (and How to Fix Them)
Why year-end (now) is the best time to find and fix supply chain inefficiencies before they hit next year’s margins, and how to do it Most regional and mid-sized … [Read More]
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Static Electricity: A Hidden Risk in the Oilfield
As parents are prone to say: Don't give me any static. A much-overlooked safety hazard in the oilfield, static electricity accumulation can be dangerous. The oil and gas industry is renowned for its complex operations, hazardous environments, and … [Read More]
Cleaner is Better
Click here to listen to the Audio verison of this story! Permian Basin methane emissions have dropped by 20 percent since 2022, even as production has increased, according to a S&P Global study, as reported on this magazine's website … [Read More]
The Real Role of Mature Workers: Mentors and Leaders
According to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), the number of people aged 65 and older working or seeking work has increased by 144 percent over the past 20 years. The broader labor force expanded by approximately 13 percent during that period. The trend had … [Read More]