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Home » environmental drilling

Articles Tagged with ''environmental drilling''

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Can abandoned oil wells become geothermal energy sources?

As more states explore converting orphan wells into clean heat, the multipurpose approach could solve a widespread problem.
John Oldani
John Oldani
May 21, 2026
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As more states explore converting orphan wells into clean heat, this multipurpose approach to remediation could solve a widespread problem.


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Three takeaways from May's EPA budget hearing

The agency was back at Capitol Hill earlier this month for another high-stakes hearing. Here are the big points and what affects the drilling industry
John Oldani
John Oldani
May 21, 2026
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The agency was back at Capitol Hill earlier this month for another high-stakes hearing. Here are the big points and what affects the drilling industry


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EPA Grants Texas Authority Over Underground Water Injection Wells

Move Marks Milestone in Carbon Capture, State Oversight, and Federal Deregulation
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
November 12, 2025
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With this decision, Texas is expected to see faster permitting, increased investment in CCS technologies, and greater autonomy in environmental oversight. 


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NRC Moves Forward on Dow’s Advanced Reactor Project

Here’s What It Means for the Drilling Industry
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
May 27, 2025
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Dow anticipates that construction could begin within five years, with permitting and preparatory work already underway.


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EPA Chief Moves to Cancel $20 Billion in Green Energy Grants

Zeldin’s actions come amid a broader effort by the Trump administration to freeze climate, energy, and environmental justice funding.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
February 21, 2025
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Sen. Patty Murray condemned the administration’s actions to roll back funding, stating, “These programs aren’t just about climate—they’re saving families money and providing affordable housing and transportation options.”


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GreenIron and ABB Partner for Cleaner, Greener Metal Production

GreenIron and ABB are joining forces to automate sustainable metal production.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
February 19, 2025
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Swedish startup GreenIron is partnering with ABB to bring automation to its first commercial facility in Sandviken, Sweden. Using a hydrogen-based reduction process, GreenIron aims to cut emissions and turn industrial waste into valuable materials. 


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House GOP Leader Disagrees the Clean Water Act Has Been ‘Weaponized’

Republican lawmakers make weaponization claim at subcommittee hearing on the CWA
J.J. Smith
February 18, 2025
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The Republican leader of a House subcommittee does not agree with the claim made by some colleagues during a hearing on the Clean Water Act.


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EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin Visits New York City

The visit was part of a broader effort to engage with EPA employees across the country and reinforce the agency’s commitment to environmental protection.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
February 18, 2025
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin visited New York City last Thursday, stopping by the agency’s Region 2 headquarters in downtown Manhattan. 


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Breakdown: The EPA’s “Powering the Great American Comeback” Initiative

The EPA kicked off its plan to boost both environmental protection and economic growth.
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
February 5, 2025
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New EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin just kicked off the Powering the Great American Comeback initiative, aiming to boost both environmental protection and economic growth. 


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