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Chord Energy donates $50,000 in honor of Arbor Day

Bismarck, N.D. (APR. 26, 2024) – Chord Energy donated $50,000 to the North Dakota Petroleum Foundation (NDPF) in honor of Arbor Day. The donation is the largest single donation ever received by the NDPF and will support the Planting for the Future Program, which is dedicated to enhancing and improving habitat by planting trees throughout North Dakota.

“We are appreciative and humbled by Chord Energy’s support for our organization,” said Tessa Sandstrom, Executive Director for the NDPF. “Our Planting for the Future has become one of our largest programs. Tree planting is already underway this spring and Chord’s donation will ensure we can continue to build meaningful habitat for future generations.”

The Planting for the Future program was established in 2018, and since then, has planted more than 354,000 trees in North Dakota. This spring, the NDPF expects to plant more than 161,000 trees surpassing half a million trees planted in just seven years. These projects will help provide watershed protection, protection for crops, soil and livestock, and serve as habitat for future generations. The program is supported by the NDPF, the Outdoor Heritage Fund and industry donors like Chord Energy.

About Chord Energy

Chord Energy is a scaled unconventional U.S. oil and gas producer with a premier Williston Basin acreage position. Chord acquires, exploits, develops, and explores for crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, helping to supply the energy that powers and improves daily life around the world. As a top-tier operator, we create value for our shareholders, opportunities for our team members, and positive impacts in our communities, with a commitment to excellence and a continuous improvement approach.

About the North Dakota Petroleum Foundation

The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was founded by the North Dakota Petroleum Council in 2018 to support our state and the communities in which we operate. The NDPF’s mission is to provide and support education and outreach opportunities related to the petroleum industry, develop and advance quality of life initiatives, promote and enhance the conservation heritage of North Dakota, and advocate for the industry and its communities to ensure their voice is heard and respected. Learn more at NDPetroleumFoundation.org.

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About Hess Corporation

Hess Corporation is a leading global independent energy company engaged in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. Hess is committed to meeting the highest standards of corporate citizenship and creating a positive impact on the communities where it operates. In the past five years Hess has committed more than $17 million towards community initiatives to strengthen education, workforce development, health and human services as well as support disaster relief. In 2022 Hess supported over 40 local community organizations across North Dakota. More information is available at http://www.hess.com.

About the North Dakota Petroleum Foundation

The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, was founded by the North Dakota Petroleum Council in 2018 to support our state and the communities in which we operate. The NDPF’s mission is to provide and support education and outreach opportunities related to the petroleum industry, develop and advance quality of life initiatives, promote and enhance the conservation heritage of North Dakota, and advocate for the industry and its communities to ensure their voice is heard and respected. Learn more at NDPetroleumFoundation.org.