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Studies highlight impact of oil and gas industry on North Dakota’s economy, counties

Mar 17, 2021 | News, Press Releases

Via the North Dakota Governor's Office: BISMARCK, N.D. – The oil and natural gas industry in North Dakota accounted for more than $40 billion in gross business volume, nearly 60,000 jobs and over $3.8 billion in state and local tax revenues in 2019, according to one...

North Dakota Petroleum Foundation Announces 2020 Scholarship Recipients

Sep 28, 2020

The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation (NDPF) has awarded its 2020 Al Golden Scholarships to nine outstanding students who are pursuing post-secondary education in geology, engineering, processing plant technology, science, technical skills or other careers related to...

Bakken Classic Fishing Derby raises $24k for habitat and outdoor access projects

Jul 20, 2019

The North Dakota Petroleum Council hosted its 6th Annual Bakken Classic Fishing Derby, raising more than $24,000 for habitat and wildlife projects. Ninety teams participated in the 7th annual event, which took place on Wednesday, July 18. The winning team of this...

North Dakota Oil and Gas Tax Revenue Study Released

Jan 23, 2019

North Dakota Oil and Gas Tax Revenue Study ReleasedBismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Petroleum Council (NDPC) and the Western Dakota Energy Association (WDEA) this week released the results of a North Dakota oil and gas tax revenue study they jointly sponsored. The...