Optimism, Opportunities and Optimization
Energies Media sponsored the 27th Annual Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas Expo in Oklahoma City on October 10th. Manning the booth was Mark Stansberry, a long-time contributing editor to OILMAN Magazine and Energies Media Magazine. There were around 3,000 in...
Sound Science and Practical Perspicacity
At its centennial annual conference September 23-25 in New Orleans, the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) named Jennifer L. Miskimins, PhD, PE incoming president for 2026. She is the F.H. Mick Merelli/Coterra Energy Distinguished Department Head Chair of Petroleum Engineering...
Lisa Evans, VP Distribution and Engagement, Texas Mutual Insurance Company
Rebecca Ponton: Please explain what workers’ compensation insurance and Texas Mutual have to do with the oil and gas industry? Lisa Evans: Insurance might not be the first industry that comes to mind when thinking about oil and gas, but...
The Geothermal Energy Space Heats Up
by Nick Vaccaro
When discussing the future of the energy industry, the topics of conversation mirror a radio playlist set on repeat. They include fossil fuels, described as the industry’s bad boy with a limited shelf life, while wind and solar gain more...
Developments in Clean Hydrogen Production
The recent release of proposed regulations to the Clean Hydrogen Production Credit by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and IRS has stirred significant interest in the energy sector. These changes mark a pivotal moment in advancing toward a cleaner,...
Liquid Energy for Everyone Excerpt from Path to Zero
In early 2023, bp forecast that the reliance on and, therefore, the demand for oil and gas would decrease significantly as the energy market adopts more sustainable fuels. A short time later, however, the company reported record sales of petroleum...
Treasured Letters From T. Boone Pickens
It was during the early days, when the thought of undertaking and creating a petrothriller series came to me, that I realized my background as a microbiologist might come in handy as I drafted my first oil adventure, Anaerobe. This...
RealWear Navigator Z1 with Thermal Camera: Transforming Frontline Work in Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy
In today’s fast-paced industrial environments, especially in sectors like oil and gas and renewable energy, efficiency, safety and innovation are key, and frontline workers in these industries face daily challenges that can directly impact operational performance and safety. Whether they’re...
Letter from the Managing Editor (November-December 2024)
by Nick Vaccaro
The rise of Energies Media, based on the foundation of combined content from Oilman, Oilwoman, and Energies Magazine, only further highlights the current evolution into the all-inclusive energy industry. As a result, industry professionals are growing in their acceptance of...
Learning from Normal Work Program Provides Pathway to Enhanced Workplace Safety
by Nick Vaccaro
I have previously worked in various sectors within the energy industry. When establishing and maintaining a safe work culture, the task typically proves daunting with a struggle to gain buy-in and find confidence in taking a hard look at strategies...
2024 Overview of the American Oil and Natural Gas Industry
by Matt Willer
The oil and natural gas industry is in an interesting position. The U.S. presidential election is only a few weeks away, and its outcome can be anticipated to have a considerable impact on the energy sector for the next four...
Confined Space Safety Concerns for Oil and Gas Workers
by Rick Pedley
Confined spaces in the oil and gas industry present a distinct set of safety challenges. These areas, which include storage tanks, pipelines and process vessels, are essential for production and maintenance activities. However, they also pose inherent risks to workers....
3 Ways Technology is Going to Shape the Oil and Gas Industry Free to Download Today
Oil and gas operations are commonly found in remote locations far from company headquarters. Now, it's possible to monitor pump operations, collate and analyze seismic data, and track employees around the world from almost anywhere. Whether employees are in the office or in the field, the internet and related applications enable a greater multidirectional flow of information – and control – than ever before.