Monthly Archives: March 2025

Common Red Flags in Shared Development Between Oil Companies and Landowners: And How to Resolve Them written by Katie Parker When oil companies partner with landowners for shared development, the relationship can be incredibly productive and beneficial for both parties. While oil companies aim to responsibly develop valuable resources, landowners seek to protect their land’s… Read more »

Produced Brine Ownership: Worth the Salt, But Who Owns it? written by Jim Strawn As the demand for valuable minerals sourced from produced water increases, the question of ownership surrounding brine and its components becomes increasingly pertinent. Understanding who retains rights to these minerals is essential for those involved in oil and gas production. Brine,… Read more »

Accommodating the Co-Development of Traditional and Renewable Energy written by Miguel Otero In the ever-evolving energy landscape, oil pump jacks, towering wind turbines, and solar farms are becoming unlikely neighbors. Across Texas and other states, drilling operations are increasingly coexisting with renewable energy projects. But with these new neighbors come new challenges – chief among… Read more »