Learn about spud, the initial drilling process in oil and gas that protects groundwater and outlines a well's development from spud date to completion.

The geology and science behind oil drilling can be quite interesting and important for understanding which companies are the right fit for your investment. When people talk about oil drilling, many of ...

Montana's first oil well was drilled in what is now Glacier National Park near the head of Kintla Lake back in 1901. One hundred and twenty-five years later, Glacier will have the well ...

California regulators have approved more new oil and gas wells in Kern County during the first two months of 2026 than in the last three years combined.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert Rapier is a chemical engineer covering the energy sector. Ahead of his second term, President Donald Trump revived the ...

Valeura Energy completed an eight-well drilling campaign at License B5/27 offshore Gulf of Thailand. The drilling rig is being mobilized to Nong Yao field where Valeura plans will drill about 10 ...

The Trump administration is suing California over a law regulating oil and gas wells close to schools, homes and other sensitive sites. How many schools stand to be impacted?