Marcellus Shale Maintains Strength

Shale Oil Boom Continues

Photo Credit. In numerous shale areas, there are often predictions on how long they will last. The Marcellus Shale is no different, and many have predicted that this shale formation will last 2-3 years. Recently, others a having a different opinion. Addison Wiggin explains how new opinions are coming to light. After five years? Many operators will … Read more

Exxon Fracking Hits Bump in Road

Exxon's Polish Oil

Photo Credit. Exxon mobile has been working hard to clean up their fracking plans. Despite their hard work, things happen, and things don’t always go according to plan. The Trefis Team explains Exxon’s hiccup in their fracking plans. Setback to plans Exxon has been particularly interested in exporting the shale gas expertise it gained with the acquisition … Read more

Negatives of the North Dakota Oil Biz

North Dakota Oil Negatives

Photo Credit.   The oil boom and bring good things to an area experiencing this type of economic growth. However, with every good thing, comes some negatives. What are they and how are the effecting the oil industry? Brian Shactman explains how North Dakota has seen negative effects of the oil boom.   Since the … Read more

Tell the Fracking Truth

Fracking Truth

Photo Credit. There has been a lot of talk about the terrible effects of fracking. However, us oil people want to set the record straight, and not embellish the true reality. So, what is really going on? Marin Katusa give some additional details about the fracking truth. And what others may consider concern, we consider … Read more

Mississippi Lime: Approaching Its Prime

Mississippi Lime Player

Photo Credit. The shale boom has taken over, and the U.S. oil and gas folks are finding more shale potential across the country. The Bakken may have met it’s match with the new up and comer called the Mississippi Lime. Where is it and how lucrative can it be? We look to Bruce Vanderveen to … Read more