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Hart Energy highlights the latest activity details from the supermajors, public and private companies that lead U.S. shale production.
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Special Report: December 15th, 2021
America's Natural Gas
Powering a low-carbon energy future
We need to move quickly to resolve the climate crisis and oft-ignored issues of energy poverty. That requires sound energy policy that includes, at least in the short term, fossil fuels. Learn about the role of natural gas in the transition to a clean fuels future in Hart Energy’s America’s Natural Gas report.
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What’s Affecting Oil Prices This Week? (Jan. 18, 2022)
Triple-digit oil prices? Here are the factors that Stratas Advisors say will keep oil prices from moving into the triple-digits.
US Awards Fifth Exchange of Crude Oil from Strategic Reserves
Combined, the U.S. Energy Department has so far released more than 8 million barrels of the 32 million in exchanges of Strategic Petroleum Reserve oil outlined in November.
US Energy Dept Awards More Companies Crude Oil from Strategic Reserves
The six companies named as winners in the latest sale of Strategic Petroleum Reserve crude oil include Valero, Phillips 66, Motiva Enterprises, Marathon Petroleum, Gunvor USA and Exxon Mobil.
Oil Prices Could Hit $100 as Demand Outstrips Supply, Analysts Say
Morgan Stanley and J.P. Morgan are both predicting that oil prices to rise as high as $90 by the end of 2022 due to low spare capacity and limited investments in the oil and gas sector.
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Executive Q&A: The New Private Equity Route to Oil, Gas Ownership
EnergyFunders CEO Laura Pommer spoke with Hart Energy about a new private equity model for oil and gas that also offers access to bitcoin mining.
Lawsuit Alleges Charif Souki Defrauded Tellurian Investor in Short-seller Battle
Tellurian shareholder Chris Parker filed a breach of contract lawsuit with the U.S. District Court in Denver seeking unspecified damages from Chairf Souki, founder of the U.S. LNG company.
Crestwood Promotes CFO Robert Halpin to President Among Several Organizational Changes
In addition to Robert Halpin’s promotion, Crestwood also announced the promotions of Diaco Aviki to executive vice president and COO and Joanne Howard to senior vice president of sustainability and corporate communications.
Austin, Texas-based Studio X Names Jeff Allyn as CEO
Jeff Allyn joins Studio X, a global innovation studio powered by Shell, with more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles, driving expansion of startups and large business units.
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Tackling the New Cyber Threats to the Oil and Gas Industry
DNV and Applied Risk have merged to help companies increase cybersecurity and protect against online threats.
Carbon Market Outlook: CCUS Technology, Carbon Tax Credits to Shape 2022
Nicholas Fulford, senior director of energy transition for Gaffney Cline, discussed how investments in sequestration technology and supporting legislation while drive favorable carbon economics in 2022.
Embracing Energy Transition Challenges in R&D
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Chevron Technology Ventures President Barbara Burger to Retire
Barbara J. Burger will retire from Chevron after 34 years of distinguished service with the company that includes playing a significant part in driving innovation, technology and new business solutions within Chevron.
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Seneca Resources Shares Results of Frac Fleet Study with NexTier
Pennsylvania shale operator Seneca Resources explains why it ultimately chose Tier 4 dual fuel equipment after a comprehensive study with NexTier Oilfield Services.
Shale 2022 Analyst Perspective: US Tight Oil’s Uncharacteristic Response to Rising Prices
The run-up in oil price is an important test for the U.S. shale sector, and so far, it’s passing with flying colors. But what are the macro trends shaping the near-term trajectory of U.S. tight oil?
Exxon Mobil Makes Two Discoveries Offshore Guyana
Fangtooth and Lau Lau discoveries will add to previous recoverable resource estimate of approximately 10 billion oil-equivalent barrels, says Exxon Mobil and project partner Hess in separate releases.
Shale 2022: A New Era
The unconventional oil and gas industry enters a new era of disciplined growth and responsible sourcing.
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Continental Resources Boosts Its Powder River Footprint
Continental Resources recently completed a “follow up” deal in the Powder River Basin, CEO Bill Berry said in an exclusive interview.
Marketed: Samson Oil and Gas Williston Basin Acquisition Opportunity
Samson Oil and Gas USA Inc. retained BOK Financial Securities for the sale of producing properties in Montana and North Dakota in the Williston Basin.
Marketed: Ichor Energy Operated Conventional Oil Assets
Ichor Energy LLC retained Stephens Inc. for the sale of its operated conventional oil assets primarily located near the Texas-Louisiana border in the Hackberry reservoirs.
Energy A&D Transactions from the Week of Jan. 19, 2022
Here’s a snapshot of recent energy deals including the $1.9 billion merger of Falcon Minerals with privately held Desert Peak plus Clearfork bags its first deal after a $400 million equity commitment.
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Energy Policy Watch: Wesley Hunt’s Bid for the ‘Energy District of the World’
Texas congressional candidate Wesley Hunt gives his take on the importance of oil and gas and what makes the new 38th Congressional District the “energy district of the world.”
Ted Cruz’s Nord Stream 2 Sanctions Bill Fails in US Senate
Senator Robert Menendez won the support of many of his fellow Democrats, including President Joe Biden, for an alternative bill to impose sanctions on Russia that he introduced on Jan. 12.
DOE Approves Release of Crude Oil from Strategic Reserves to Shell
Combined, the U.S. Energy Department has provided about 8 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to boost the nation’s fuel supply.
US Greenhouse-gas Emissions Rose by 6.2% in 2021: Report
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Midstream Players, Flush with Cash, Lead the Buyback Charge
Loyal oil and gas investors can expect to get what’s coming to them in 2022—particularly from the midstream sector.
EnCap Flatrock Midstream Promotes Morriss Hurt to Managing Partner, COO
Morriss L. Hurt, who formerly founded The Encino Group, has contributed to the growth and success of EnCap Flatrock Midstream on every front since its formation, says EFM Managing Partner and Founder Billy Lemmons.
Illinois Court Vacates Approval of Dakota Access Pipeline Capacity Expansion
The Illinois Commerce Commission needed to consider the public need for the proposed expansion to the Dakota Access pipeline, but the court said Jan. 12 the commission erroneously interpreted the public to mean the world, not the U.S.
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By staying the course, midstream operators with assets in top U.S. shale plays are not only surviving but thriving as 2022 unfolds.
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