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Bridger Photonics’ Aerial Methane Detection Technology Approved by EPA for Regulatory Use
February 13, 2025
Bridger Photonics (Bridger) said its Gas Mapping LiDAR™ technology has been approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be used for regulatory compliance. Oil and gas operators looking to reduce fugitive methane emissions and meet regulatory requirements for emissions
Leslie Beyer Appointed to Key Post at Department of Interior
February 12, 2025
The former CEO of the Workforce & Technology Council, Leslie Beyer has been appointed to be part of the Trump administration in the job of Assistant Secretary of Land and Minerals Management at the U.S. Department of the Interior. Beyer
Element3 Produces First Lithium Carbonate from Permian Basin Wastewater
February 11, 2025
Element3® has successfully produced battery-grade lithium carbonate from Midland Basin oil and gas wastewater at a Double Eagle Energy Holdings subsidiary’s recycling facility. This landmark production of lithium carbonate from unconcentrated, produced water demonstrates a breakthrough in developing a sustainable,
GPA Midstream Association Leads Fight Against Harmful Methane Tax
February 11, 2025
GPA Midstream filed a petition for review on the Waste Emission Charge (WEC) in the U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit. The association also filed a concurrent petition for reconsideration of the rule before the Environmental Protection Agency. Throughout the
EPA Administrator Zeldin Launches EPA’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative
February 10, 2025
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin has launched the agency’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative, to achieve the agency’s mission while energizing the greatness of the American economy. This plan outlines the agency’s priorities under the leadership
DOE Secretary Wright Acts to Unleash Golden Era of American Energy Dominance
February 10, 2025
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright signed his first secretarial order today directing the Department of Energy to take immediate action to unleash American energy in accordance with President Trump’s executive orders. “As Secretary of Energy, it is an immense
Rising Phoenix Capital Launches $20 Million Mineral Fund
February 7, 2025
Rising Phoenix Capital, a boutique investment firm specializing in oil and gas royalty acquisitions, has launched the La Plata Peak Income Fund, a $20 million royalty fund. The announcement comes as the firm debuts its 9th fund at the NAPE
Secretary Doug Burgum Signs First Round of Secretary’s Orders to Unleash American Energy
February 7, 2025
Doug Burgum officially began his tenure as the 55th Secretary of the Interior, marking the start of a new era focused on advancing American energy independence and ensuring the responsible stewardship of the nation’s public lands and resources. On his
Blackstone to Acquire Natural Gas Power Plant Potomac Energy Center, Virginia
February 6, 2025
Blackstone said that Blackstone Energy Transition Partners have agreed to acquire Potomac Energy Center, a 774-megawatt natural gas power plant in Loudoun County, Virginia. The transaction represents Blackstone’s most recent investment in the power infrastructure supporting data centers and AI
Diamondback Energy Appoints Darin Holderness to Board of Directors
February 6, 2025
Diamondback Energy said it has appointed Darin G. Holderness to the board of directors. “Diamondback is excited to announce the addition of Darin to the board of directors as the fourth board member from the Endeavor merger completed late last
