June 19, 2017 archive

Oklahoma’s Oil and Gas Employment Dropped in May

While Oklahoma’s latest unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.3 percent in May, new figures from the state indicated a growth in jobs in Oklahoma’s energy sector for the year but not the month. The jobless rate has remained at 4.3 percent since March as the state’s labor force dwindled in the same time period. The …

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Expanded Oil and Gas Drilling Permits for Noble County

Two oil and gas exploration companies intend to keep busy in the state if the latest permit report is any indication. Newfield Exploration based in Houston filed for five permits in Kingfisher County, showing the firm’s interest in the STACK is not easing whatsoever. DonRay Petroleum LLC based in Oklahoma City filed and obtained 8 …

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Pruitt’s Calendar Reveals Busy Schedule Full of Fossil Fuel Meetings

Administrator Scott Pruitt led a busy life as he settled into the top post at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, according to scheduling data released to E&E News late Thursday. During his initial five weeks in office, Oklahoma’s former attorney general met with governors and energy leaders but failed to hold discussions with environmental activists …

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