An overview of new clean technology coming to oil and gas

February 14, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Thomas Johnson, VP Refinery Operations, Meridian Energy Group Johnson talks about the latest technology being used in the Davis Refinery, coming to Belfield, ND,  and how it will be the cleanest refinery in the U.S.  The new Davis Refinery will set the new standard in oil and gas refineries […]

Creedence Energy cleaning up in the oil patch

February 14, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Kevin Black, president, Creedence Energy Services Black gives an overview of his unique chemical company and how he assists oil companies in the field.  He also explains his background working for oil and gas.

Hoeven comments on the DAPL easement

February 8, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after Secretary of the Army Robert Speer informed him that the Army Corps of Engineers has notified Congress of its intent to issue an easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline. “Today, the Army Corps of Engineers announced that it has finished its review […]

Heitkamp comments on DAPL easement

February 8, 2017 jasonspiess 0

U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp issued the following statement after speaking with Acting Secretary of the Army Robert Speer who notified her of the Army Corps of Engineers’ impending approval of the easement to complete construction of the Dakota Access pipeline. “Today I spoke with Army Corps leaders who informed me […]

Oil and gas refinery will set the environmental bar

February 7, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Edward Martinez, CEO, Zia Engineering and Environmental Consultants Talks about his work with the oil and gas industry as well as homeland security.  He explains how new oil refineries will be completely different environmentally in the United States due to technological advancements.

Technology learning curve in oil and gas

February 7, 2017 jasonspiess 0

US Senator John Hoeven Comments on votes for the Department of Energy’s Rick Perry and Department of Interior Ryan Zinke.  Hoeven also talks about the Army Corps of Engineer’s easement to start construction again on the Dakota Access Pipeline. US Senator Heidi Heitkamp The senator comments on her vote for […]

Heitkamp comments on her vote for Rex Tillerson

February 1, 2017 jasonspiess 0

U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp comments after voting for Rex Tillerson to serve as the secretary of the U.S. Department of State. “Striking a delicate balance between tough, smart national security strategies and pragmatic diplomacy requires a steady hand – and it’s no easy task,” said Heitkamp. “It’s critical that any […]

ND lawmaker says tax-incentive funds are being abused

February 1, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Jason Dockter, business owner and ND House Rep, Bismarck, ND Dockter discusses potential abuse with Tax Incentive Funds and Renaissance Zones and how it appears the same groups and people are receiving access to decision makers, tax dollars and credits.  He also explains about how many of these groups […]

The secret to Bakken business is diversity

February 1, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Curtis Shuck, president, Red River Oilfield Services, Williston, ND Shuck discusses the transition into other sectors of business in order to maintain business during the low oil prices and Bakken downturn.

Bakken communities may be impacted by budget cuts

February 1, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Geoff Simon, executive director, Western Dakota Energy Association Simon talks about the Bakken 6-City Study and what the needs are for the Bakken communities.  He also explains what the work being done to ensure the Bakken communities will get the allocated impact aid, despite budget cuts coming from the […]

Hoeven comments on Perry, Zinke

January 31, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Senator John Hoeven, who serves on the Senate Energy Committee, announced that committee members have voted to recommend confirmation of former Texas Governor Rick Perry to lead the Department of Energy and Montana Representative Ryan Zinke to head the Department of the Interior. At the senator’s invitation, Perry committed to […]

Full length interview: WDEA exec talks Bakken communities

January 28, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Geoff Simon, executive director, Western Dakota Energy Association Simon talks about the Bakken 6-City Study and what the needs are for the Bakken communities.  He also explains what the work being done to ensure the Bakken communities will get the allocated impact aid, despite budget cuts coming from the […]

Full length interview: Exit interview with PSC Kalk

January 28, 2017 jasonspiess 0

  North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Brian P. Kalk has accepted the position of Director of Energy Systems Development with the Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC) in Grand Forks, N.D. “Now more than ever we need to ensure our nation is able to be energy secure while conserving our […]

Senator Hoeven responds to Trump’s pipeline executive orders

January 24, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement in response to two of President Donald Trump’s executive orders. The president has invited TransCanada, the company building the Keystone XL Pipeline, to reapply for a presidential permit. He also directed the relevant federal agencies to provide an expedited review of the project. […]

Senator Heitkamp responds to Trump’s pipeline executive orders

January 24, 2017 jasonspiess 0

U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp issued the following statement after President Trump announced an executive order approving the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. “Building out our country’s energy infrastructure is a key component of achieving an all-of-the-above North American energy strategy and projects that support our energy, economic, and national […]

How NDSU is helping the energy industry become more environmental

January 23, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group Talks about how the new Davis Refinery will partner with NDSU to ensure all the native species, flora and other environmental elements are taken into account during the Davis Refinery construction. Interview: Rick Rodgers, Purity Oilfield Services Talks about how their business had […]

How kids can start a business

January 22, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interviews: Al Jaeger, ND Secretary of State MultiMedia Kidtrepreneur talks to Jaeger and how teenagers and kids can start a company under state law. Interview: US Senator Heidi Heitkamp Heitkamp recaps her meeting with US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.

Major infrastructure still coming to the Bakken oil fields

January 22, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Lynn Helms, director, North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Gives an overview of the major infrastructure projects still coming to the Bakken oil field.  He also talks about the importance of the Williston Basin International Airport and its ripple in other industries and their community.

How agriculture will look under Trump

January 22, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interviews: Roger Johnson, president, National Farmer’s Union Talks about the Farm Bill and how agriculture will look under President Trump.  He also talks about the three major mergers happening in the global agriculture industry and how it will negatively impact farmers and ranchers.

Energy companies gearing up for gumbo

January 22, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Tiffany Steiner, MBI Energy and Kristy Baumgartner, Wyoming Casing Steiner and Baumgartner about the 20th Annual API Gumbo Cookoff and what to expect at the event coming to Dickinson ND.

ND air travel down 11% in 2016

January 20, 2017 jasonspiess 0

  North Dakota’s commercial service airports finished calendar year 2016 with a statewide total of 1,049,457 passenger boardings.  This is an 11% decrease from 2015’s airline passenger boarding count of 1,176,043.  In 2016, the state also saw 1,053,199 passenger deplanements for a grand total of 2,102,656 passengers that have set […]

Senator Hoeven urges Interior Secretary Zinke

January 19, 2017 jasonspiess 0

At a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Senator John Hoeven urged Interior Secretary nominee Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) to help advance a range of priorities for North Dakota and the nation, including: Providing more Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) law enforcement officers to work with state […]

Senator Heitkamp meets with Tillerson

January 19, 2017 jasonspiess 0

U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp had a one-on-one meeting with Secretary of State nominee Rex Tillerson. “Keeping America safe and our economy strong means committing to smart, tough national security strategies that encourage economic partnerships, protect our allies, and push back on destabilizing behavior,” said Heitkamp. “Rex Tillerson and I met […]

Heitkamp opines about new EPA director

January 17, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Lynn Helms, director, North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Explains how the Bakken will continue to develop in western North Dakota and what oil prices will have to do in order for the drilling to grow into other parts of the Bakken. Interview: U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp Talks about […]

Bakken companies gearing up for Gumbo Cookoff

January 17, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Tiffany Steiner, MBI Energy Services and Kristy Baumgartner, Wyoming Casing The two talk about the 20th Annual API Gumbo Cookoff happening Feb 18 at the Motel 6 in Dickinson and how energy companies are still supporting local community events.

Davis Refinery to use waste water

January 9, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview:  William Prentice, CEO, Meridian Energy Group Gives an overview of the newest technology used in refining oil and gas.  He also talks about how the facility will be using waste water for the Davis Refinery coming to Belfield, ND.

U.S. Senator Hoeven talks about new Energy Secretary Perry

January 9, 2017 jasonspiess 0

Interview: Lynn Helms, director, North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Gives an update on Natural Gas and how it will be the next big monetary bridge for many energy companies.  He also explains how natural gas will be used in wind energy and fueling major Bakken projects like the Davis […]