Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian released the following statement Jan. 25 on President Donald Trump’s executive orders supporting reliable energy production in America: “On Day One, President Trump prioritized actions to undo some of the harmful, radical policies from the last administration and set America on a course toward energy independence. His executive orders will […]

With water’s role in energy production more critical than ever, organizers of a fast-approaching annual conference on that subject promise that this year’s iteration will be the most impactful yet. The University of Texas Permian Basin’s annual Permian Basin Water in Energy Conference (PBWIEC) will convene March 4–6, 2025, offering opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and […]

The Energy Workforce and Technology Council (EWTC) issued the statements below on Jan. 20 in support of President Donald J. Trump’s declaration of a national energy emergency, signaling a step toward strengthening America’s energy security. President Trump’s announcement underscores the need to unburden the energy industry from excessive and unnecessary regulations that have stifled growth and investment, the […]

Enverus, an energy-dedicated SaaS company that leverages generative AI across its solutions, released on Jan. 8 its list of the most prolific 50 public oil and gas operators in the United States, based on gross operated production last year. “Last year, the top 10 public operators represented 56 percent of production out of the Top 50 […]

The Petroleum History Institute (PHI) will hold its 23rd Oil History Symposium in Midland and Odessa, March 30-April 2. This occasion marks only the second time the event has been held in Texas. The symposium headquarters hotel is the Odessa Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, where the opening reception will be held, as well as […]

The Industrial Energy Consumers of America has announced its support of the confirmation of Chris Wright to be Secretary of Energy. IECA believes Wright brings a wealth of knowledge in the energy field, coupled with his technical background. Paul N. Cicio, President of IECA, made the following statement: “During his confirmation hearing, Mr. Wright was […]

In recent years, the oil and gas industry has progressed from using digital technologies for select use cases to making their entire processes digital. Certain technologies—such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR)—are now part of their daily routine. These digitalization […]

It all happens Monday, April 7, at the Odessa Country Club. That’s when the Permian Basin Petroleum Association‘s celebrated Spring Swing Golf Tournament takes to the links. This four-man scramble unfolds on Odessa Country Club’s two magnificent courses with food, fun, and fellowship available to all who attend. Spring Swing, one of PBPA’s most well-attended events, typically […]