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Governor: In Wyoming, Sky’s the Limit for Oil, Gas, Nuclear

Wyoming may be the smallest U.S. state by population, but it’s aiming for a giant role in America’s energy future. From oil and gas to nuclear, it’s all on the table, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon told Hart Energy in an exclusive interview.

PwC: Energy Sector Falling Short on Emissions Targets

PwC data show the share of energy companies on track for Scope 1 and Scope 2 targets fell to 52% in 2024 from 57% in 2023. Scope 3 saw an even bigger fall, going from 67% to 52%.

E&P Highlights: April 7, 2025

Here’s a roundup of the latest E&P headlines, from BP’s startup of gas production in Trinidad and Tobago to a report on methane intensity in the Permian Basin.

Hitting the Gas: Opal Fuels Accelerating RNG Growth

Opal Fuels, which increased annual RNG production by 41% in 2024, commands prices of about $20 per MMBtu from utilities and even higher prices in the vehicle market, co-CEO Jon Maurer said.

Energy Technology Startups Save Methane to Save Money

Startups are finding ways to curb methane emissions while increasing efficiency—and profits.

Belcher: Texas Considers Funding for Abandoned Wells, Emissions Reduction

With uncertainly surrounding federal aid as the Trump administration attempts cost cutting measures, the state is exploring its own incentive system to plug wells and reduce emissions.

Conoco, TotalEnergies CEOs Talk Methane Regs, Permian Vs. Senegal

ConocoPhillips CEO Ryan Lance and TotalEnergies’ Patrick Pouyanné briefly delved into a Permian Basin versus Senegal debate at CERAWeek by S&P Global.

ChampionX’s Aerial Optical Gas Imaging Platform Secures EPA Approval

ChampionX Corp.’s aerial optical gas imaging platform combines optical technology with a gimbal system to detect and locate methane leaks.

Congress Kills Biden Era Methane Fee on Oil, Gas Producers

The methane fee was mandated by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act, which directed the EPA to set a charge on methane emissions for facilities that emit more than 25,000 tons per year of CO2e.

GPA Midstream Files Petitions Against Methane Tax

The GPA Midstream Association joins a number of states that have filed a suit against the implementation of a waste emissions charge.