The Permian Basin Petroleum Association has represented the oil and natural gas industry of West Texas and Southeast New Mexico for 60 years. In that time, the leadership and staff of the PBPA has changed and evolved to represent the Association’s membership and needs. Today, PBPA is led by President Ben Shepperd, and a full-time […]
A Better Way
Politically, energy transition has been a topic of high importance for many around the country. This has been largely spurred by the idea that hydrocarbon-based energy is bad for the environment. Rarely is it discussed by those with complaints about-hydrocarbon based energy what the benefits are to society, some of which are often taken greatly […]
Fresh Challenges under a New Administration
The first real American industry to stretch across the windswept plains, the first to practice a trade across what is now known as the Permian Basin of Southeast New Mexico and West Texas, was cattle and ranching. For so many years, fences didn’t separate grazing grounds or cattle train routes. There was nothing but geography […]
A Bulwark Against Energy Poverty
As you all know, PBPA’s advocacy is focused at the state and federal levels. But what many may not consider is that this advocacy truly has an international impact. The growth or decline of oil and gas production in the Permian Basin has a major impact on the quality of life that people around the […]
Here Comes 2021
We have turned the page on 2020 and I think we are all looking forward to whatever 2021 might offer in comparison to the year gone by. For PBPA right off the bat, 2021 offers legislative sessions in both Texas and New Mexico, along with a new administration in Washington, D.C. New Mexico will convene […]
PBPA is Your Advocate
We have made it to December in what has been an incredibly unprecedented year. The world is going through a pandemic the likes of which none of us have experienced before. Along with that pandemic, we have seen a dramatic change in energy demand and, consequently, in operations in the Permian Basin. However, one thing […]
Commitment is the Key
My name is Scott Kidwell and I am your new chairman here at the Permian Basin Petroleum Association. I am truly humbled to stand on the shoulders of former chairmen, such as Kyle McGraw, Clint Walker, and Danny Campbell, and will do everything I can to help lead our organization and our industry ever forward. […]
The War on Hydrocarbons
Our industry is at war. We are fighting for the survival of our industry. It’s a war of public opinion, and now becoming a war of public policy. With the looming presidential election, the shift in public policy might be huge. What were once thought to be radical, “left wing ideas” are now being considered […]
Proud to Be an American
Well, at the writing of this article, the Permian Basin, specifically Midland and Odessa, are still abuzz with the excitement of a Presidential visit. From those who lined the Airport perimeter fence to catch a glimpse of Airforce One’s arrival, to those who lined the streets of Odessa to see the impressive motorcade of black […]
Adapting to a New Digital Normal
While we all continue to address ongoing Covid-19 challenges, the Permian Basin Petroleum Association has been developing new and innovative methods to engage with our members as we advocate on behalf of operators and Permian Basin communities. While surely not our preference, PBPA has had to make informed decisions that protect the health of our […]
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