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Joe Barone, Shale Directories
Blog
June 29, 2026

Oil and Gas Emerges As Dominant Issue in New Mexico Governor’s Race

Across the country, including in oil and gas producing states like New Mexico and Colorado, affordability and energy costs are becoming defining political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Joe Barone, Shale Directories
Blog
January 15, 2026

From Start to Finish, ‘The Land of Sacrifice’ Misleads on New Mexico Oil & Gas

It is well-established that oil and natural gas development has been an economic boon for New Mexico. But critics of the industry remain undeterred in trying to manufacture narratives that contradict reality.

Joe Barone, Shale Directories
Blog
December 19, 2023

New Mexico Experiences Record Revenues Thanks to Oil and Gas Revenues, But Policies Threaten Growth

Once again, New Mexico has reported record revenues stemming from oil and gas production, with the state predicting it will raise nearly $3 billion in FY24 from the industry alone, up 4.6 percent from FY23 estimates: “The state’s historic revenues have been growing at a record pace propped up by booming oil and gas…” However, analysts with the New Mexico Legislative Committee warn that issues with federal leasing and pipeline approvals threaten the industry’s ability to continue providing a much-needed lucrative and stable source of revenue to the state.