Development of Texas’ Eagle Ford shale formation is producing oil, natural gas, thousands of jobs and millions in tax revenue.
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Shale Story: Barnett
Texas’ Barnett Shale is the birthplace of America’s shale revolution.
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Protecting the Air
All oil and natural gas operators must comply with stringent TCEQ regulations established to control air emissions.
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A Career for a Lifetime
Many are surprised to hear that women make up only 19% of the oil and natural gas industry’s workforce – but this number is rapidly rising.
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America’s Oil and Natural Gas Industry
There are many resources for educators that explore the topic of energy production in America. One great resource is the American Petroleum Institute.
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Interested in a Career in Oil and Gas?
This is an exciting time in the oil and natural gas industry and there is a career waiting for you.
Oil and Natural Gas: Powering Careers
As the Baby Boomers generation continues to retire, the oil and natural gas industry is expected to generate more than a million new jobs over the next 20 years in the United States, providing college graduates, and those looking for a rigorous and rewarding opportunity, a career path for a lifetime.
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Leading the Way to Energy Independence
While the U.S. is the number one oil and natural gas producer in the world, we are also number one importer to meet our nation’s high demands.
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House Bill 40
House bill 40 provides cities with authority to reasonably regulate aboveground activity related to oil and natural gas operations like setbacks from other structures, traffic and noise.
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Protecting Groundwater
Wells are required by law to be constructed with multiple layers of industrial-grade steel casing (pipe) which is surrounded by cement to create a redundant safeguard for underground freshwater supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency recently completed a comprehensive five year study of fracking’s effects on drinking water and concluded that fracking has not led to
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Benefits of Fossil Fuels
Find out more from Prager University.
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Fracking is Not New
Fracking has been safely used for 60+ years in more than 1 million wells in the United States.
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Hydraulic Fracturing Video
Hydraulic fracturing has provided safe extraction of oil and natural gas from underground shale formation for more than 60 years.
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Staples: State’s Energy Producers Positively Impact, Contribute to Texas Students
As Texas public school hallways are again filled with elementary, secondary and college students returning to campus this month, it’s fair to say that Texas energy producers are fueling their education.
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Staples: Fuel Supply a Key Component to Storm Preparation and Recovery
A wet spring gave way to even more rain with late May floods, just as Texas summer hit its stride.
Staples: Texas State Policies Help Grow Jobs Here
Texas is a global leader and the world is watching to see how the Texas economy works, especially our energy sector.
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TXOGA: What Texas’ Energy Sector, Insurers Can Teach Us About Workplace Safety
Workplace safety — and getting workers back on the job after injuries — can and should be part of every employer’s company culture. In fact, employers who encourage safety among workers, actively mitigate accidents and commit to getting injured workers back on the job see a tremendous return on investment.
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Staples: A Smart Fix for Oil and Gas Regulation in Texas
Safe communities and oil and gas activity have co-existed in Texas for more than 100 years.
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Staples: 2014 Texas Oil and Gas Taxes and Royalties Hit $15.7 Billion
The oil and gas industry’s economic impact on Texas has reached historic levels.