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Texas Court Decides Who Owns Produced Water from Hydraulic Fracturing in Texas

Texas Oil & Gas Attorney

COG Operating LLC , was faced with the issue of who owns the water produced by a hydraulic fracturing operation: the oil and gas company operating the well or the surface owner and the company the surface owner leased its water rights to? The El Paso Court of Appeals , in the recent case of Cactus Water Services LLC v.

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States Challenge Attempted Federal Power Grab in Hydraulic Fracturing Issue

The Energy Law

Hinnigan On June 10, 2009, the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission (IOGCC) reaffirmed its strong stance that the states remain best positioned to regulate the use of hydraulic fracturing for the production of oil and natural gas. For more information, go to [link]

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An Ancient Hazard in a 21st Century Workplace: The Power of Partnerships and Collaboration Investigating Respirable Crystalline Silica in Hydraulic Fracturing

NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

In 2013, NIOSH researchers published exposure assessment results for respirable crystalline silica in oil and gas extraction (OGE) workers performing hydraulic fracturing.

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Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Weighs in on Hydraulic Fracturing and Subsurface Trespass

The Energy Law

In January of this year, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania tackled an issue that has been confronted by few other courts—whether the rule of capture precludes a claim for subsurface trespass due to hydraulic fracturing. [1] Southwestern operated several wells on the leased tract, several of which were hydraulically fractured.

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Livingston Parish Council Proposes Ordinance Banning Injection and Disposal Wells

The Energy Law

Tammany’s attempt to ban hydraulic fracturing eight years ago, which was ultimately struck down by Louisiana courts, finding that the St. Tammany zoning ordinance prohibiting hydraulic fracturing was preempted under State law. [4] Livingston Parish’s proposed ordinance looks eerily similar to St. Ordinance No.

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Environmental Concerns in Texas Oil and Gas Production

Texron Operating

Balancing Energy and the Environment: Environmental Concerns Associated with Texas Oil and Gas Production Introduction: The Texas economy heavily relies on the oil and gas industry; however, it also has the potential to cause significant environmental harm.

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ProFrac’s 2025 Outlook: Next-Generation Frac Technology & Livewire Power

Oil Gas Leads

NASDAQ: ACDC) has set an ambitious course for 2025, leveraging next-generation hydraulic fracturing technology and its newly launched Livewire Power division to drive operational efficiency and growth. Stay updated on the latest developments in hydraulic fracturing and oilfield services by following our blog!