2026 Pub. 7 Issue 2

Based in Denver, Colorado, AEC is a private, independent oil and gas company with assets located in Wyoming, Colorado and Utah. AEC and its predecessors have participated in significant discoveries and the development of oil and gas resources worldwide. Big West Oil is committed to be a top-tier refiner, marketer and employer in the Rocky […]

August 5 Golf Evening Reception Dinner6-8 p.m.Zermatt Resort, MidwayAn evening reception before Utah’s premier golf tournament — great for networking in a relaxed setting. August 6 Oil & Gas Classic Golf Tournament7 a.m.-3 p.m.Soldier Hollow Golf Course, MidwayOne of UPA’s most anticipated annual events — join industry peers for a full day of golf, business

UPA’s events continue to serve as a platform for connection, collaboration and community engagement across Utah’s oil and natural gas industry.

The American Petroleum Institute (API) commissioned a study conducted by PwC “to quantify the economic contribution of the U.S. oil and natural gas industry in terms of employment, labor income and value added at the national, state and congressional district levels. In addition, the analysis includes estimates of the industry’s tax contributions at both the national and state levels.”

UPA is pleased to share that the new Oil & Gas Refresher Course, developed in collaboration with UBTech, officially launched on April 28.

UPA is proud to highlight the companies that drive innovation, uphold strong safety practices and contribute to the communities where they operate. For the second quarter of the year, UPA is proud to highlight both Halliburton and Emerson among its members and appreciates the companies’ continued contributions to advancing technology, operational excellence and the future of energy development.

The Utah Petroleum Association is proud to share continued momentum within our membership, including the welcome addition of several new member companies representing a wide range of expertise across Utah’s energy value chain.

UPA committees and work groups play a critical role in advancing industry priorities, working with regulators and policymakers, and providing members with opportunities to engage directly on the issues that matter most. This overview provides a look at the work being done behind the scenes every day to advance our industry and ensure the success of our members.

This September, UPA is proud to launch an exciting new collaboration with the Utah Farm Bureau Federation’s Miracle of Agriculture Foundation in support of the annual Uinta Basin “Shootout Hunger” Food Drive Competition.

The biggest strength of Utah’s oil and natural gas industry has always been its people. From field operators and CDL drivers to technicians and engineers, a skilled and reliable workforce remains essential to sustaining operations and supporting future growth.

No matter when you read this, the situation in Iran and around the Strait of Hormuz will almost certainly remain a pertinent issue, and the day’s particulars will be different than those of yesterday, last week and last month. The world has dealt with disruptions in crude oil supply, prices and delivery before — but in recent memory, not on this scale or for this long.

Safety is a cornerstone of the oil and natural gas industry. From the wellhead to transportation and processing, companies across Utah prioritize protecting their workforce through rigorous standards, training and continuous improvement.