The Driller
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
  • NEWS
  • CLASSIFIEDS
  • EQUIPMENT
  • SAFETY
  • VIDEOS
  • EDUCATION
  • SOURCEBOOK
  • EVENTS
  • SUBMIT
  • ABOUT
  • SIGN UP
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • NEWS
  • Water
  • Geothermal
  • Construction
  • Environmental
  • Mining
  • All Industry News
  • EQUIPMENT
  • Rigs & Heavy Equipment
  • Consumables
  • Pumps
  • Featured Products
  • VIDEOS
  • Newscast
  • Drill Talks
  • Ask Brock
  • Emerging Drillers
  • EDUCATION
  • Drilling Business Insights
  • Reference Desk
  • Sponsored Insights
  • EVENTS
  • Conferences & Demo Days
  • Newscast LIVE
  • SUBMIT
  • Drillers @Work
  • ABOUT
  • Contact
  • Advertise
The Driller
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
The Driller
  • NEWS
    • Water
    • Geothermal
    • Construction
    • Environmental
    • Mining
    • All Industry News
  • CLASSIFIEDS
  • EQUIPMENT
    • Rigs & Heavy Equipment
    • Consumables
    • Pumps
    • Featured Products
  • SAFETY
  • VIDEOS
    • Newscast
    • Drill Talks
    • Ask Brock
    • Emerging Drillers
  • EDUCATION
    • Drilling Business Insights
    • Reference Desk
    • Sponsored Insights
  • SOURCEBOOK
  • EVENTS
    • Conferences & Demo Days
    • Newscast LIVE
  • SUBMIT
    • Drillers @Work
  • ABOUT
    • Contact
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP
Home » Topics » Opinions » Guest Columns

Guest Columns
Guest Columns RSS Feed RSS

An image of the House Chamber

Congress Begins Repeal of Clean Energy Tax Credits With ‘Sledgehammer Approach’

Here are the main points to know about the politics, the people to watch and the huge potential consequences:
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
May 14, 2025
No Comments

It’s only the first step toward erasing Biden’s key climate policy, but the politics are difficult amid the push for Trump’s tax cuts. The potential climate consequences are profound.


Read More
Women in construction

Fostering a Safer and More Inclusive Environment in the Drilling Industry During Women in Construction Week

Promoting Respect, Accountability, and Positive Change for a Safer Workplace
Rachel Bourne
Rachel Bourne
March 3, 2025
No Comments

It's crucial to address workplace harassment in the drilling industry, foster open conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.


Read More
Tucker Johnson Future Driller Feature.jpg
#FutureDrillers

Like Father, Like Son: Tucker Johnson's Blueprint for the Future of Drilling

The future may soon be in the hands of the youth, but they’re not afraid to get dirty
Sammy Hager
Sammy Hager
August 13, 2024
No Comments

Tucker Johnson, a 13-year-old future driller, is already making his mark in the well drilling industry, embodying the leadership, work ethic, and innovation needed to carry on his family’s legacy at Johnson Well Drilling.


Read More
Olympics 2024 climate change.jpg

Climate Change Takes Center Stage at the Paris 2024 Olympics

All eyes are on the Olympics—and things are 'heating up'
Sammy Hager
Sammy Hager
August 6, 2024
No Comments

The Paris 2024 Olympics have highlighted the severe impacts of climate change on major sporting events, from polluted water in the Seine River to extreme weather conditions, raising critical concerns for both athletes and outdoor workers like drillers.


Read More
training ontario education drilling.jpeg

Bridging the Knowledge Gap in Drilling: Training and Professional Development

The need for formal training in drilling is obvious and training programs set the bar
Rachel Bourne
Rachel Bourne
June 25, 2024
No Comments

Ontario's first geotech and environmental drilling training day bridged the knowledge gap through industry collaboration and professional development. 


Read More
horizontal directional drilling devco chad decker.jpeg

Adapting to Industry Changes: Leadership in the Face of New Regulations

Chad Decker of Devco shares key insights on leadership in an ever-changing drilling market
Chad Decker
May 20, 2024
No Comments

This informative article from Chad Decker of Devco delves into the evolving challenges and strategies within the drilling industry, focusing on navigating new regulations, embracing technological advancements, and maintaining operational efficiency through effective leadership and strategic planning.


Read More
Enemy of my enemy geologists engineers drillers.jpeg

The Enemy of my Enemy is my Friend: Drillers, Geologists, and Engineers Face Off

It's time that drillers, geologists, and engineers stand together against the true common enemy!
Nancy Pasillas
May 9, 2024
No Comments

Discover how Nancy Pasillas seeks to connect drillers and geologists with engineers against one common enemy: project challenges. 


Read More
What's the Beef.jpeg

'What’s the Beef?': Strengthening Relationships Across the Drilling Field

‘Unearthing’ harmony between drillers and consultants
Jeff Garby
Jeff Garby
May 2, 2024
No Comments

From mud-slinging to team-building, it’s time we turn drill site drama into the collaborative comedy it’s meant to be.


Read More
hire generation z.jpeg

Hire Gen Z!

From Minecraft to job sites, this generation is ready to get muddy—if we let them!
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
April 24, 2024
No Comments

"The reason why 50% of Generation Z believes they can go out and learn a trade versus attending college is that they have always had the resource technology-driven knowledge available."


Read More
Employee retention and loyalty gen z.jpeg

'This is Not a Drill': Aligning Employer Strategies With Gen Z Expectations in the Drilling Industry

The new generation is here; do you know how to keep them engaged?
National Driller staff
The Driller Staff
April 24, 2024
No Comments

Discover new methods to engage and retain the Gen Z workforce now entering the drilling industry and looking for companies that share their values of mutual respect and growth. 


Read More
Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … 15 16 Next
Subscribe For Free!
  • eNewsletters
  • Online Registration
  • Subscription Customer Service
  • Manage My Preferences

More Videos

Sponsored Content

Sponsored Content is a special paid section where industry companies provide high quality, objective, non-commercial content around topics of interest to the The Driller audience. All Sponsored Content is supplied by the advertising company and any opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and not necessarily reflect the views of The Driller or its parent company, BNP Media. Interested in participating in our Sponsored Content section? Contact your local rep!

close
  • demo of a DM450 drilling rig during a customer factory visit
    Sponsored byGeoprobe

    Built for You: Smarter Drill Rigs, Stronger Support, Bigger Opportunities

Popular Stories

AI and Drought Concerns

AI’s Growing Thirst for Water and Power

The Driller Newscast episode 148 - The Big, Not-So-Beautiful Bill: How to Lose Clean Energy and Alienate the Planet

The Big, Not-So-Beautiful Bill: How to Lose Clean Energy and Alienate the Planet

taxcredits.png

GOP Lawmakers Urge Elimination of Tax Credits for Geothermal Programs

The Driller Classifieds

COMPRESSORS

EAST WEST MACHINERY & DRILLING IS BUYING AND SELLING AIR COMPRESSORS, AIR BOOSTERS, AIR ENDS & PARTS
Company: East West Machinery

DRILL RIGS

LOOKING FOR LATE MODEL TOPHEADS & DRILLTECH D25'S
Company: Spikes’s Rig Sales

DRILL RIG PARTS

MEETING DRILLERS NEEDS AROUND THE WORLD
Company: East West Machinery

ELEVATORS

SEMCO INC. PIPE ELEVATORS
Company: Semco Inc.

GROUTERS

GROUTING EQUIPMENT - GROUT PUMPS & GROUT HOSE REELS
Company: Geo-Loop Inc.

PUMP HOISTS

SEMCO INC. - BASIC PUMP HOISTS
Company: Semco Inc.

WELL PACKERS

LANSAS PRODUCTS - INFLATABLE WELL PACKERS
Company: Vanderlans Lansas Products

WELL SCREENS

WELL SCREENS & SLOTTED PIPE
Company: Alloy Screen Works

Products

Water Quality Engineering: Physical / Chemical Treatment Processes

Water Quality Engineering: Physical / Chemical Treatment Processes

By carefully explaining both the underlying theory and the underlying mathematics, this text enables readers to fully grasp the fundamentals of physical and chemical treatment processes for water and wastewater.

See More Products

Subscribe to The Driller Newscast

Dig deeper into the drilling and water supply industry!

Build your knowledge with The Driller, covering the people, equipment and technologies across drilling markets.

SIGN UP NOW
  • RESOURCES
    • Advertise
    • Contact Us
    • Directories
    • Store
    • Want More
    • Classifieds
  • SIGN UP TODAY
    • Create Account
    • eNewsletters
    • Customer Service
    • Manage Preferences
  • SERVICES
    • Marketing Services
    • Reprints
    • Market Research
    • List Rental
    • Survey/Respondent Access
  • STAY CONNECTED
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • YouTube
    • X (Twitter)
  • PRIVACY
    • PRIVACY POLICY
    • TERMS & CONDITIONS
    • DO NOT SELL MY PERSONAL INFORMATION
    • PRIVACY REQUEST
    • ACCESSIBILITY

Copyright ©2025. All Rights Reserved BNP Media.

Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing

The Driller
search
cart
facebook twitter linkedin youtube
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
The Driller
  • NEWS
    • Water
    • Geothermal
    • Construction
    • Environmental
    • Mining
    • All Industry News
  • CLASSIFIEDS
  • EQUIPMENT
    • Rigs & Heavy Equipment
    • Consumables
    • Pumps
    • Featured Products
  • SAFETY
  • VIDEOS
    • Newscast
    • Drill Talks
    • Ask Brock
    • Emerging Drillers
  • EDUCATION
    • Drilling Business Insights
    • Reference Desk
    • Sponsored Insights
  • SOURCEBOOK
  • EVENTS
    • Conferences & Demo Days
    • Newscast LIVE
  • SUBMIT
    • Drillers @Work
  • ABOUT
    • Contact
    • Advertise
  • SIGN UP