Entries by Ranger Land and Minerals

New report highlights importance of oil and gas to West Virginia economy

West Virginia increased natural gas and oil production 14% and 10%, respectively. This is from 2019-2020, according to a new report from The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia. Producers operating in the state have contributed $3 billion in state severance and property tax revenue. This is from a 2008 report. “The natural gas […]

Crude Oil Price Remain High as Gas Prices Continue To Increase

The average cost of a gallon of gas continues to increase as crude oil US price remain high. Triple-A Reports that the statewide average cost of a gallon of gas went up eight cents over the last seven days to $3.52 a gallon.  That is also a 19 cent increase from last month at this […]

This Key Indicator Is Pointing To Higher Oil Prices

Wild spikes in the prompt time spread for oil product futures in the United States. This suggested that crude oil supply is set to tighten further, adding upward pressure to prices, Bloomberg has reported. Basically, high price of oil is expected to continue moving. According to the report, the time spread, which is the price […]

U.S. Shale Is Finally Ready To Drill

U.S. shale producers have behaved in an exemplary way in the past year. It wasn’t something the industry wanted to do. It was something it was forced to do by the pandemic and by its shareholders, who after years of waiting for windfalls put their foot down and demanded higher returns. But it just might […]

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Oil and Gas Lease Provisions & Delay Rentals [2021] – Explained

⚠️ IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice. Oil and gas laws, mineral rights regulations, and royalty structures vary significantly by state and jurisdiction. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, no guarantee is made to […]

Could Oil Pipelines Solve America’s Water Crisis?

Big oil could help tackle the water shortage in the western United States. Oil pipelines repurposing existing infrastructure to help transport clean water to the areas most in need. Innovations such as this highlight how oil and gas majors are relevant. This includes their infrastructure and knowledge. It will always be relevant even in a […]

Oil Demand Set To Grow Even After 2050, Energy Expert Says

Even after 2050, global oil demand is set to continue to rise. It is because renewables cannot entirely replace fossil fuels. Energy markets expert Anas Alhajji said during a recent energy conference hosted by Nigeria. “The impact of climate change policies on oil demand is highly exaggerated. The impact is mostly on-demand growth, not on-demand […]