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The Obvious Reality Of More U.S. Oil And Natural Gas

The Obvious Reality Of More U.S. Oil And Natural Gas - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

Jude Clemente, Forbes | February 23, 2020

Natural gas overwhelmingly dominates the U.S. electric power system, double second place coal. Gas is cleaner, cheaper, more flexible, and more reliable. Gas will supply over 40% of our power this summer and is racing toward being 50% of total generation capacity.

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New API study warns of harmful economic consequences of fracking ban for American families

New API study warns of harmful economic consequences of fracking ban for American families - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

The American Petroleum Institute | February 27, 2020

The American Petroleum Institute (API) today released a new economic analysis outlining the dire economic consequences of a ban on federal leasing and hydraulic fracturing (or fracking) for American families and businesses. The technology has enabled the U.S. to become the world leader in energy production and emissions reductions.

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America's Progress at Risk: The Impacts of a Fracking Ban

America's Progress at Risk: The Impacts of a Fracking Ban - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

The American Petroleum Institute

More than 95% of U.S. natural gas and oil wells today are developed using hydraulic fracturing. Technologically, fracking is the chief reason the U.S. is the world’s leading natural gas and oil producer.

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Rig counts hold steady

Rig counts hold steady - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

Midland Reporter-Telegram | February 14, 2020

The nation’s rig count held steady this week, according to the weekly rig count issued by oilfield services company Baker Hughes.

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Oil Production from Department of the Interior Managed Leases Surpasses 1 Billion Barrels for the First Time in History

Oil Production from Department of the Interior Managed Leases Surpasses 1 Billion Barrels for the First Time in History - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

U.S. Department of the Interior | February 11, 2020

The Department of the Interior announced today that over one billion barrels of oil were produced in Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 from leases on federal and American Indian-owned lands and offshore areas – a historic milestone.

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Leverage Strength of Oil and Gas to Improve Access to Education for All

Leverage Strength of Oil and Gas to Improve Access to Education for All - New Mexico Oil & Gas Association

Ryan Flynn, Executive Director - New Mexico Oil and Gas Association

Record revenue from oil and natural gas production is transforming New Mexico and ushering in a new era of opportunity for our state. Teachers and other public employees are receiving well-deserved raises; and the state is making strategic investments to improve education, update infrastructure, and diversify our energy-based economy.

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