August 2019: drilling data through July projected production through September Monthly additions from one average rig are up 3 barrels/day month over month and up 13 thousand cubic feet/day month over month. READ THE FULL REPORT HERE
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Updates on the oil and gas industry for the Niobrara Shale.
Colorado changes its regulatory structure for oil and natural gas production
In mid-April, Colorado’s governor signed a law changing the way the state regulates its oil and natural gas industry. Senate Bill 181, also known as Protect Public Welfare Oil and Gas Operations, amends the Oil and Gas Conservation Act and gives counties and municipalities increased regulatory authority over […]
Adams County could be first in Colorado to increase oil and gas setbacks under new law
ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. — Adams County could become the first local government in Colorado to tighten regulations on oil and gas drilling. Currently, the state requires oil and gas corporations to drill at least 500 feet away from homes and schools. Senate Bill 181 passed in […]
Colorado toughened up its oil and gas rules. But how tough are they?
Activists, community members see new law as their seat at negotiating table when it comes to where and how much drilling is allowed When sponsors of a bill revamping Colorado’s oil and gas laws said the state’s regulations hadn’t changed much in decades, industry representatives […]