Come Together: California Resources, Aera Merge for Scale, Drilling Runway
California Resources Corp. closed an acquisition of Aera Energy to become California’s top oil and gas producer. Now, CRC President and CEO Francisco Leon wants to grow from a one-rig to an eight-rig drilling program—but faces stiff pushback from regulators and environmental advocates in the Golden State.
Controversial measure overturning oil well restrictions won’t be on California ballot
California’s oil industry withdrew its controversial ballot measure challenging a state law that imposes new restrictions on oil and gas wells within 3,200 feet of homes and schools.
The world’s on the verge of a carbon storage boom
Hundreds of looming projects will force communities to weigh the climate claims and environmental risks of capturing, moving, and storing carbon dioxide.
State issues Kern’s first oil drilling permits in a year
State oil regulators last month approved the first new drilling permits in Kern County since May 2023, renewing a vigorous debate over the Newsom administration’s approach to petroleum production.
Carbon Capture & Storage Process Video
Can carbon capture transition California’s oil fields?
In Kern County, the community searches for an economic alternative to a fossil fuel industry. Will it be any fairer than the old one?
Carbon Capture Storage Is Key to California’s Economy & Energy Future
The global energy landscape is rapidly evolving with California often leading the way. Today, the energy industry is tasked with meeting increasing demand while reducing its emissions and diversifying existing energy production with new and innovative technologies. However, as the industry continues to adapt, these new energy technologies must protect the energy economy while addressing […]
U.S. Department of Energy makes major investment in Kern County as Center of Excellence in Carbon Management
Kern Energy Week: Providence Strategic Consulting
It’s Kern Energy Week on Studio 17 where we are discussing the future of energy in Kern with our guest host, Jim Damian, Kern County’s Chief Economic Development Officer. In this segment, Damian sits down with Tracy Leach, CEO & President of Providence Strategic Consulting. Contact Providence Strategic Consulting:
Kern County In Depth: Carbon capture technologies to Kern County
