A forum for TXOGA member companies to discuss policy issues relating to the management and reduction of carbon dioxide emissions. The workgroup will explore new ideas and evaluate existing proposals to seek industry alignment on the topic and determine which issues need a legislative or regulatory solution.

To proactively educate and inform Texans of the benefits and safety of the oil and natural gas industry, identify and dispel inaccuracies about the energy industry, and to ensure communication tools are being used effectively to promote the legislative, regulatory and judicial goals of the Association.

Creates a dedicated platform for electricity subject matter experts from member companies to actively engage in shaping and influencing pivotal ERCOT market design changes. Offers a venue for input on regulatory matters and legislation implementation at both the Public Utility Commission (PUC) and Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT).

A forum for TXOGA member companies involved in or impacted by the EPA program for fenceline monitoring of benzene at petroleum refineries to be involved in the public discussion of the program and provide information on the program in Texas for public consumption.

Overall Tax Policy (Includes Legislative Committee) to discuss
statewide policy issues. Responds to issues arising from the proposed implementation of new taxes and generates comments regarding general taxation issues. Also, includes school finance issues and general incentives impacting oil and gas.

The Texas oil and natural gas industry is a global leader in the responsible production of energy that has powered life for more than a century. Always proactively innovating, Texas operators are committed to working collaboratively to develop our state’s natural resources while improving environmental performance. To better assess the issues of methane emissions and flaring and develop industry-led solutions, a voluntary coalition of companies and organizations have joined together to form the Texas Methane and Flaring Coalition. The Coalition will collectively identify and promote operational and environmental recommended practices to minimize flaring and methane emissions. For more information visit http://texasmethaneflaringcoalition.org/.

The Texas oil and natural gas industry plays a critical role in meeting the world’s need for affordable and reliable energy. The mission of the Texas Seismicity and Water Partnership (TX SWP) is to foster and promote collaboration among the oil and natural gas industry, regulators, policymakers, academic institutions, communities, and non-government organizations to advance Texas’ efforts to responsibly manage produced water in the production of oil and natural gas while taking every step to protect Texans, their communities, the environment and promote safe, reliable, and sustainable operations.