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Study: 2021 Economic & Job Contributions of the Oil and Gas Industry
The oil and natural gas industry in North Dakota accounted for $42.6 billion in gross business volume, nearly 50,000 jobs and over $3.8 billion in state and local tax revenues in 2021, according to a study conducted by North Dakota State University Department of...
Press Release: 2022 Oil & Gas Tax Study: Industry Taxes Benefit Every ND County
The 2022 update of North Dakota’s Oil and Gas Tax Study is complete and there is good news - the revenue from the energy industry’s taxes benefits every person in the state. North Dakota Petroleum Foundation and Western Dakota Energy Association shared the results of...
Infographic: 2022 ND Oil and Natural Gas Production
The oil and natural gas found right here in North Dakota is getting us closer to energy independence, allowing the U.S. to lessen dependence on foreign energy sources. North Dakota produces on average more than 1 million barrels of oil per day in 2022, making it the...
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North Dakota Petroleum Foundation Announces 2023 Scholarship Recipients
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation (NDPF) today announced its 2023 Al Golden Scholars. The NDPF awarded scholarships to 10 outstanding students who are pursuing post-secondary education in geology, engineering, processing plant technology, science,...
2023 Bakken Classic Fishing Derby Raises $16,000 for Habitat
The North Dakota Petroleum Council hosted its 10th Annual Bakken Classic Fishing Derby, raising $16,000 for habitat and wildlife projects. Forty-eight teams participated in the event. The winning team of this year's tournament was Aaron Oakland, Cole Kollman and Scott...
Press Release: Studies underscore oil and gas industry’s significant impact on North Dakota’s economy, communities
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR: governor.ND.gov BISMARCK, N.D. (MARCH 7, 2023) – The oil and gas industry in North Dakota remains a powerhouse for the state’s economy, accounting for more than $42.6 billion in gross business volume, nearly 50,000 jobs and...
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