The Permian is not done yet
Permian oil output tops 6M bpd and may peak at 7.7M by 2035, but plateau—not decline—is expected, per Wood Mac, despite rising costs and challenges.
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DOI says new USGS study finds ‘significant’ undiscovered oil, gas resources
New USGS study finds 473M barrels of oil, 27T cubic feet of gas in WY, CO, UT—signaling major boost for U.S. energy supply and economy.
Offshore drilling and royalty payments – Exploring the connection
Explore how offshore drilling impacts royalty payments, including factors like oil prices, production rates, and government revenue for landowners and investors.
Return of Peak Oil
Once dismissed, “peak oil” is resurging as U.S. production slows, sparking fresh concerns about future supply and its global economic impact.
Oil and Gas Leasing Streamline by the Department of Interior
New policy speeds up leasing, broadens public land access, and supports federal energy and economic goals.
Pooling agreements in oil and gas: What landowners need to know
Learn about pooling agreements in oil and gas, including types, key components, and what landowners need to know to protect their interests and ensure fair compensation.
Permian Basin growth fuels ExxonMobil’s quarterly success
ExxonMobil beats Q1 estimates as Permian and Guyana growth offset weak oil prices; EPS hits $1.76, net production up 20% after Pioneer deal.
Oil Price Slump – Refiners defy with strong Q1 profits on solid margins
Global refiners post strong Q1 profits as margins rebound, with some doubling to $16/bbl despite falling oil prices.
Economics of Fracking: Implications for Royalty Owners
Explore how fracking impacts royalty owners, from increased production and payments to challenges like well depletion, price volatility, and environmental regulations.
BP plans to boost its US oil and gas production by more than 50% by 2030
BP once aimed to lead the shift to renewable energy, is now on board with President Trump’s mantra of “drill, baby, drill”.
