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By Greg Russell On January 30, 2010

Industry Optimism

The Houston Chronicle is reporting that industry executives are optimistic about 2010. "Vincent[, Chairman of IPAA,] cautioned...


Tags: Energy

By Greg Russell On January 27, 2010

Texas - 2009

The Houston Chronicle is reporting on Texas Petro Index report showing drops in employment, drilling rig counts, and oil and...


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By Greg Russell On January 27, 2010

Schlumberger Earnings

Schlumberger, the world's largest oil services company, has reported better-than-expected earnings in the fourth quarter,...


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We reported previously on a Pennsylvania lawsuit challenging a settlement reached between the U.S. Forest Service and the Sierra...


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By Greg Russell On January 22, 2010

WV Marcellus Guidance

We meant to mention: The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection released on January 8, 2010, an industry guidance...


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The Washington Post is reporting that 36 Senators introduced legislation yesterday to block USEPA from regulating greenhouse gas...


Tags: Greenhouse Gas, Environment

By Greg Russell On January 22, 2010

Hydraulic Fracturing Issues

The WSJ has a good article discussing the history (briefly) and issues surrounding the use of hydraulic fracturing. A sample:...


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The WSJ has a brief article on the revival of two major oil-sands projects as a result of falling costs, making the projects...


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By Greg Russell On January 20, 2010

PA State Land Drilling

Five companies bid over $128 million for the right to produce natural gas on Pennsylvania state forest land, according to this ...


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By Greg Russell On January 20, 2010

Wind Project Rejected

The California Coastal Commission has denied a request by a Santa Cruz County couple to install a wind turbine above their...


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