The Energy Law Blog

MARCH 31, 2020

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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Rigzone: News

DECEMBER 24, 2024

ProPetro signed a contract to provide electric hydraulic fracturing services to a Permian-focused oil and gas operator.

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Energy Central

JUNE 10, 2024

shale revolution is changing the energy picture in our country, but also impacting crude oil, natural gas liquids (NGL), and natural gas supply and prices worldwide. The combination of horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing to unlock hydrocarbons from tight rock has made a huge impact.

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Texron Operating

JUNE 1, 2023

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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Oil Gas Leads

MARCH 6, 2025

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!

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Texron Operating

MAY 30, 2023

Pioneering the Future: Technological Breakthroughs in Texas’s Oil and Gas Production The oil and gas industry constantly evolves, and Texas has long been at the forefront. Amidst soaring global energy demands, the oil and gas industry is constantly reinventing itself, seeking more efficient, eco-friendly production methods.

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True Natural Gas

JANUARY 26, 2025

This process caused the organic matter to undergo chemical transformations, breaking it down into hydrocarbons—the building blocks of natural gas and oil. The Role of Temperature in Gas Formation The temperature at which these hydrocarbons formed determined whether oil or natural gas would be produced.

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The Energy Law Blog

APRIL 20, 2012

By Stephen Wiegand On April 17, 2012, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for natural gas wells that are hydraulically fractured.

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The Energy Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

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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Rextag

DECEMBER 18, 2024

As we wrap up the year in December, were taking a moment to reflect on the early 2000s, when the oil and gas industry was booming with bold ideas and big changes. billion barrels of recoverable oil , a staggering prospect that set the stage for the U.S. million barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d) globally.

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NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

JANUARY 10, 2017

Oil and Gas The development of the technique of hydraulic fracturing has both increased the energy production quotient in the USA and has The article highlights some of the occupational safety and health issues identified as needing attention by the industry sector groups of the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA).

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NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

During hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, a fluid is pumped under high pressure into a well bore to create fissures in the rock to facilitate the removal of gas. This fracking fluid contains a large number of ingredients, including water, chemical agents, and sand.

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The Energy Law Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2011

Moreno: On August 23, 2011, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published in the Federal Register a proposed rule that significantly expands the applicable air emissions standards for the Oil and Natural Gas Sector. The new Subpart OOOO would include operational standards for completions of hydraulically-fractured gas wells.

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NIOSH Science: Oil & Gas

AUGUST 21, 2014

This blog describes NIOSH evaluations of worker exposures to specific chemicals during oil and gas extraction flowback and production testing activities. These activities occur after well stimulation and are necessary to bring the well into production.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 12, 2016

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), seeking to compel EPA to “fulfill long-delayed nondiscretionary duties” under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) by issuing revised regulations governing oil and gas wastes. The oil and gas industry will need to monitor this suit. McCarthy , Case No.

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The Energy Law Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

By Jillian Marullo Senate Bill 514, signed into law on June 14, 2013, authorizes saltwater pipeline operators in Texas “to install, maintain, and operate” saltwater pipelines “through, under, along, across, or over a public road” in order to transport the wastewater produced by hydraulic fracturing operations to disposal sites.

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The Energy Law Blog

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

By Jillian Marullo House Bill 2767, which took effect on September 1, 2013, was enacted to encourage recycling of the wastewater produced in hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”) and other oil and gas operations. suitable for use in connection with the drilling for or production of oil or gas.” In 2011, 3.5

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The Energy Law Blog

APRIL 12, 2012

Moreno On March 7, 2012, the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) published in the Federal Register a proposed NPDES general permit for discharges from oil and gas facilities in the western and central portion of the Outer Continental Shelf of the Gulf of Mexico (the “proposed permit”). By Carlos J. See 77 Fed. 13601 (Mar.

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The Energy Law Blog

AUGUST 29, 2008

The Texas Supreme Court this morning issued its long-awaited decision in Coastal Oil & Gas Corp. Garza Energy Trust, holding that the rule of capture bars recovery for damages for subsurface trespass caused by hydraulic fracturing. submitted a brief as amicus curiae on behalf of the Texas Oil & Gas Association.

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The Energy Law Blog

MAY 6, 2016

Hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” is a hotly debated topic in many states. The Colorado Oil and Gas Association sought a declaratory judgment invalidating and permanently enjoining the enforcement of the Article. Colorado Oil and Gas Association , 2016 CO 29, P. Oil and Gas Ass’n , 16 CO 28 (Colo. In 2014, St.

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BOE Report

MARCH 10, 2025

In one of his first meetings with oil and gas executives since being confirmed as U.S. energy secretary, Chris Wright said he intended to speed up permitting and support the industry, attendees told Reuters.

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AWS: Energy (Oil & Gas)

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Focus on water-intensive industries: Certain industries, such as power generation, oil and gas extraction, and utility operations, are particularly water-intensive. Similarly, hydraulic fracturing in the oil and gas sector requires significant water volumes. In the U.S. in 2020, the electric power sector used 47.5

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Vorys Energy

APRIL 25, 2023

The United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio recently addressed whether a mineral owner could assert a subsurface mineral trespass claim against its predecessor’s lessee in the context of specified subsurface depths reserved in an oil and gas lease in Golden Eagle Res. Rice Drilling D, LLC.

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The Energy Law Blog

AUGUST 10, 2017

Many oil and gas properties have (a) unconventional shale formations that may be exploited with horizontal wells and hydraulic fracturing and (b) conventional formations that may be exploited with traditional vertical wells. The Five Lessons 1. Take advantage of the geology. Take into account lease maintenance requirements.

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The Energy Law Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

With topics ranging from offshore oil and gas moratoriums to restrictions on natural gas flaring and venting, the following is an overview of notable energy legislation to be heard in state legislatures this year. Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, SB 86 would add several new clauses and amendments to New Mexico’s Oil and Gas Act. 1] [link]. [2]

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The Energy Law Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

With topics ranging from offshore oil and gas moratoriums to restrictions on natural gas flaring and venting, the following is an overview of notable energy legislation to be heard in state legislatures this year. Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, SB 86 would add several new clauses and amendments to New Mexico’s Oil and Gas Act. 1] [link]. [2]

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Drillers

APRIL 30, 2020

Hydraulic fracturing gets touted as revolutionary, but those of us that have been around for a while know that it’s hardly new. The oil and gas sector is as critical as any other primary industry. Oil and Gas infrastructure must be kept utilised and maintained. In a way, it sounds like Darwins Theory of Evolution.

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Global Energy

MAY 21, 2014

Land access under the Infrastructure Bill According to reports by the BBC and the Financial Times, Whitehall sources have indicated […]

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Global Energy

JANUARY 27, 2015

Perhaps unsurprisingly, yesterday afternoon’s House of Commons debate on the Infrastructure Bill did not result in the introduction of the […]

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Global Energy

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

Further changes to the Infrastructure Bill have now addressed the potential problems for the UK unconventionals industry introduced by a […]

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POWER Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

“I am thrilled […] The post Trump Picks Oil and Gas Executive as New Energy Secretary appeared first on POWER Magazine. President-elect Donald Trump announced that Chris Wright, the CEO and founder of Denver, Colorado-based Liberty Energy, will lead the Department of Energy (DOE) in the new administration.

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The Energy Law Blog

MARCH 31, 2017

On March 15, 2017, the BLM filed a motion to continue argument and hold in abeyance an appeal before the Tenth Circuit where the parties were contesting the validity of the BLM’s rule regulating “Oil and Gas; Hydraulic Fracturing on Federal and Indian Lands” (“BLM Fracking Rule”).

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Valor

MARCH 3, 2025

March 3, 2025 Edition At Valor, our goal is to keep you informed of the latest news and updates from the oil and gas industry. Oil prices stable as tariff and Ukraine uncertainty dominates sentiment Summary : Oil prices remained stable on Monday, with Brent crude rising 31 cents to $73.12 Analysts expect Brent to average $74.63

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