Priority Midland by the Numbers: An overview presentation
Report Published on August 08, 2019Midland stands at the epicenter of an economic phenomenon of global importance which has created an enormous opportunity for the area. With proactive efforts, Midland can prepare for the challenges ahead and ensure the opportunities associated with oil and gas and related activity benefit the full community.
Priority Midland by the Numbers: Executive Summary
Brief Published on August 15, 2019Midland stands at the epicenter of an economic phenomenon of global importance which has created an enormous opportunity for the area. With proactive efforts, Midland can prepare for the challenges ahead and ensure the opportunities associated with oil and gas and related activity benefit the full community.
- Tags:
- infrastructure,
- housing,
- quality of place,
- real estate,
- roads,
- education,
- healthcare,
- Permian Basin,
- Midland,
- water,
- oil,
- gas
Priority Midland by the Numbers: Infrastructure
Infographic Published on August 15, 2019Recent advances in the petroleum sector have led major analysts and energy companies to broadly anticipate expansive increases in Permian Basin production over the next few years. Much of this activity will be centered in the Midland area and the resulting growth will bring enormous potential benefits with profound implications for roadways, water, and other infrastructure needs. Proactive efforts to deal with issues and prepare for the coming growth can position the area to emerge stronger and more prosperous in the future.
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- infrastructure,
- roads,
- water,
- Permian Basin,
- Midland
A Look at the Economics of Drought
Video Delivered on March 07, 2014Dr. Perryman discusses the challenges for the agriculture industry and drought affected communities.
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- conservation,
- land,
- rural,
- water,
- drought
What does Texas' new water plan show?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on June 08, 2026Dr. Perryman discusses the latest Texas water plan.
Thirsty Texas
Column Published in syndication May 27, 2026The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) regularly engages in an extensive strategic effort resulting in the State Water Plan. The goal is to have a large enough water supply based on expected population and economic growth and a recurrence of the worst droughts in history, the "drought of record," which is generally when water supplies are lowest and demands are highest.