Keeping it Together: Preserving the Permian Basin Energy Sector and the Odessa Economy through the COVID‑19 and Related Oil Market Challenges
Report Published on May 15, 2020The Permian Basin is among the most important oil-producing regions in the world. Drilling and production and the necessary supporting industries generate business activity not only in the region, but across the state and the nation. In order to be in a position to fully take advantage of future opportunities, it is imperative that the underlying capabilities remain in place - the workforce, the infrastructure, the supply chain, the equipment, and the community support systems. Given the current situation, maintaining this viability requires immediate action from governments at all levels and the private sector.
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- coronavirus,
- COVID-19,
- energy,
- oil,
- Permian Basin
The Potential Economic Benefits of Statewide Competition in the Florida Electric Power Market
Report Published on December 28, 2017The Perryman Group was recently asked to examine the potential economic benefits of statewide competition in the Florida electric power market. Outcomes in other areas which have increased competition (fully adjusted for Florida economic and demographic patterns) were used as a basis for estimating the potential benefits.
The Economic Outlook for Texas and the Permian Basin: Projected Recession and Recovery from COVID‑19
Brief Published on April 22, 2020Drastic, but necessary, measures to "flatten the curve" and prevent a major spike in COVID-19 infections have involved shutting down much of the economy. The inevitable result has been the loss of millions of jobs and a sudden and unprecedented downturn.
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- coronavirus,
- COVID-19,
- energy,
- oil,
- Permian Basin
The Economic Outlook for Texas and the Midland MSA: Projected Recession and Recovery from COVID‑19
Brief Published on April 22, 2020Drastic, but necessary, measures to "flatten the curve" and prevent a major spike in COVID-19 infections have involved shutting down much of the economy. The inevitable result has been the loss of millions of jobs and a sudden and unprecedented downturn.
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- coronavirus,
- COVID-19,
- energy,
- Midland,
- oil
The Economic Outlook for Texas and the Odessa MSA: Projected Recession and Recovery from COVID‑19
Brief Published on April 22, 2020Drastic, but necessary, measures to "flatten the curve" and prevent a major spike in COVID-19 infections have involved shutting down much of the economy. The inevitable result has been the loss of millions of jobs and a sudden and unprecedented downturn.
- Tags:
- coronavirus,
- COVID-19,
- energy,
- Odessa,
- oil
What is the role for solar power?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on September 15, 2021Dr. Perryman reacts to President Biden's goal to reach a significant reliance on solar power by 2050.
How will Biden's executive orders regarding the energy sector actually affect the state?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on February 03, 2021Perhaps counterintuitively, Texas' oil industry will not be as heavily impacted as one might think.
How will the Biden administration impact the Texas economy?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on January 22, 2021Dr. Perryman runs through the relevant policy changes likely to come about under President Biden.
Where is the energy sector headed?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on December 17, 2020As the oil markets show signs of recovery, Dr. Perryman explains how the sector has changed and adapted to move forward.
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- energy,
- oil and gas,
- renewable energy
What direction is Texas' energy sector headed?
Radio Spot Broadcast via Texas State Networks on December 02, 2020Dr. Perryman explains the state's expansion into renewable energy resources.
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- energy,
- renewable energy,
- wind