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John Oldani

John Oldani

John Oldani is an editor, journalist, and reporter with over a decade of experience producing clear, engaging, and well-researched content. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Oakland University, with a focus on financial reporting, editing, and long-form writing. Over the past year, John has specialized in covering the drilling industry, reporting on key developments, policy shifts, and impactful stories shaping the field.

email: johnnyoldaniwords@gmail.com | office: (248) 838-8535

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A stop sign warning of heat dangers

As Temperatures Rise, So Do the Risks: Why Safety Can't Take a Day Off

With much of the U.S. baking under extreme heat, experts say now is the time to revisit the everyday safety habits that prevent serious injuries on drilling jobsites.
John Oldani
John Oldani
July 2, 2026
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Complacency can be one of the biggest hazards on a drilling jobsite. From routine equipment inspections to heat stress and near misses, the small decisions crews make every day can have the biggest impact on safety.



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Fracking rig

Thanks to fracking, this geothermal project in Utah just hit a major milestone

Hydraulic fracturing was an oil and gas thing, but those techniques are diving into exploratory ways to harness heat
John Oldani
John Oldani
July 1, 2026
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Hydraulic fracturing was an oil and gas thing, but those techniques are diving into exploratory ways to harness heat  


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Waterway on tribal lands

EPA announces $25.5 million to help small communities tackle wastewater challenges

The funding helps support EPA's Real Water Technical Assistance initiative, known as RealWaterTA, which launched earlier this year.
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 25, 2026
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The funding helps support EPA's Real Water Technical Assistance initiative, known as RealWaterTA, which launched earlier this year. 


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Abandoned oil wells

Illinois has the money to plug orphan wells. So why are so many still sitting idle?

The capital investment to remediate many of the state's orphan wells is there. Still, the work isn't getting done,
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 25, 2026
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The capital investment to remediate many of the state's orphan wells is there. Still, the work isn't getting done,


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Brock Yordy has some advice for new drillers
Ask Brock

New Lead Driller? Brock Yordy Says Growth Matters More Than the Title

Newly promoted to lead driller? Brock Yordy says your success depends less on what you know, and more on your willingness to keep learning.
John Oldani
John Oldani
Brock Yordy
Brock Yordy
June 19, 2026
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Brock Yordy shares practical advice for new lead drillers on earning trust, managing ego, trusting instincts, and developing the next generation of drilling professionals.


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J.H. Campbell coal plant

Coal plant extension reignites the debate between job creation and environmental responsibility

As the DOE commits to keeping more coal plants active, the decision pits dependable power against research into clean energy transition
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 11, 2026
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As the DOE commits to keeping more coal plants active, the decision pits dependable power against research into clean energy transition


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Map of USGS tool

USGS launches nationwide water availability tool for future planning

New national water availability assessment provides data to help evaluate water supply and demand long term across the United States.
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 4, 2026
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New national water availability assessment provides data to help evaluate water supply and demand long term across the United States.



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AI Data Center

Fueling the fight over the future of Michigan's water? A $16 billion AI data center

Can the Great Lakes State afford AI's thirst for water?
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 4, 2026
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Can the Great Lakes State afford AI's thirst for water? It's the question Michigan residents and others are asking.


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Wind Turbines spin in a field

Growing uncertainty for America’s clean energy future

Interior secretary Doug Burgum’s appeal of a federal renewable energy ruling could create new challenges for geothermal projects and permitting reform.
John Oldani
John Oldani
June 4, 2026
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Interior secretary Doug Burgum’s appeal of a federal renewable energy ruling could create new challenges for geothermal projects and permitting reform.


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Old rusted pipe selection

EPA announces $2.9 billion project to eradicate lead-based piping still used today in drinking water.

States will use funds to remediate the longstanding toxic infrastructure
John Oldani
John Oldani
May 28, 2026
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The EPA says it's prepared for the long haul when it comes to providing cleaner water. 


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