Key Issues
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Setbacks
Science-based setbacks protect communities and the environment — proposals built on political pressure, not data, put jobs and revenue at risk instead.
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Water Reuse
Recycling produced water reduces freshwater demand and operating costs — one of the clearest examples of stewardship in New Mexico's oilfields.
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The Reclamation Fund
New Mexico's Reclamation Fund pays to plug wells and restore land — funded entirely by industry, not taxpayers.
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Dark Sky Lighting Guide
NMOGA partners on the Dark for the Park Alliance, helping oil and gas sites cut light pollution while protecting nearby dark skies.
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Environmental Stewardship
A cleaner energy future runs through, not around, responsible energy production — paired with real advances in air and water protection.
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Electrification
New Mexico operators are electrifying oilfield operations because it cuts costs, improves reliability, and lowers emissions — not by mandate.
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Methane Emissions
New Mexico's oil and gas industry is driving real emissions reductions — Permian Basin methane fell 26% in 2023, without new mandates.
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Pricing and Affordability
New technology is helping New Mexico's energy industry keep power reliable and affordable for families, businesses, and communities statewide.
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Regulatory Compliance
New Mexico operators don't just meet strict regulations — they consistently outperform them. Compliance is the floor; performance is the story.
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