I’m going to provide a spoiler alert up front: I love living in the Permian Basin and believe the already high quality of life is only growing. The ethos of the Permian is that of the wildcatters back in the day: If you have a dream and are willing to do the work, you can […]
Legislative Sessions: Making our Case on Multiple Fronts
It is already been a busy start to the year for the members of the Permian Basin Petroleum Association and of course our staff. With the legislative session kicking off in Santa Fe as well as the very busy beginning of the year at the federal level, we continue to remain vigilant and active monitoring […]
The Future of EOR is Now
At the intersection of “Drill More” and “Produce More” lies an economic conundrum for Permian producers. Yes, there are still plenty of good prospects to drill—but there is also plenty of oil left in existing wells if drilling isn’t followed up with further treatments. Balancing the economics between the two is getting more interesting as […]
Oilfield Theft: It Takes a Thief
It seems like only a month since I’ve seen you last! Over the last 20 years the crime rate of theft, solely in the Permian Basin area, has grown to epic proportions. Sadly, not all companies report all theft. Also sadly, some companies, large and small, are not aware of all theft. Oilfield theft may […]
You Are a Leader
You inspire people—whether you know it or not. You empower people, sometimes even if you’re not trying to. You guide people—whether you want to or not. What is your definition of “leader?” Before you go any further, let’s see if you’re singing in harmony. If not—there’s no point in pursuing this venture any further. Here’s […]
Start the New Year with a New Challenge
The new year is here and the odometer is rolling over once again. The year 2023 is a distant memory and 2024 has arrived. Many take the new year as an opportunity to set new goals and make resolutions. Did you make a list of new year’s resolutions? They are certainly easy to contemplate and […]
California’s Green Gambit
Earlier this year, California passed regulations that would turn the trucking industry upside down. New mandates for zero emissions trucks would disrupt the industry, raise shipping costs, and put trucking companies out of business. A group including 19 states and several trucking organizations recently filed suit to block the California regulation. California’s Advanced Clean Fleets […]
Thoughts and Hopes for 2024
Each new year seemingly brings challenges and opportunities for the oil and gas industry and this year is no different. With a Presidential election and the conversations that it will bring, we can certainly expect the oil and gas industry to be attacked as the villain or the great economic hope to reduce inflation. Despite […]
Onward and Upward
Artificial Lift in the 21st Century is a technological marvel. Three experts discuss the latest breakthroughs. As electric submersible pumps (ESPs) and various assortments of gas/plunger lift designs continue to benefit from automation and other technology, one might be tempted to think the iconic rod pump is being left behind. And while remotely controlling a […]
Fishing with Worms
This year promises to be laden with new developments in the oil and gas industry! Here’s one definition of “new developments”: incidents of the big fish (larger companies) eating the little fish (independents), figuratively speaking. One thing that has not changed is fishing with worms. Please stay with me and I’ll explain. When I broke […]
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