History and Pop Culture

The oil and gas industry is frequently featured in Hollywood films and TV series creating strong emotional reactions such as an iconic west Texas landscape with pump jacks as far as the eye can see, a rowdy band of colorful personalities with untamed appetites for adventure, and the stunning visuals provided by offshore platforms and drilling vessels.

This article tracks the history of OPEC throughout its 60-year history, including major milestones in the oil and gas industry.

Drawing inspiration from her youth in Kuwait, this Berlin-based artist is commanding attention in the US with her work centered on a petroleum-centric culture.

Two Texas oilmen and their quests to bring a professional football team back to Texas.

A quick look at how Qatar leverages its vast natural gas resources to power the growth of the country.

Since the discovery of its first offshore reservoirs in the late 1950s and early 1960s, North Sea has a long and proud history in oil production and technical innovation.

Sustainable investing has various definitions depending on who is asked. There is evidence to suggest that there may be a disconnect between the current ESG reporting and innovation for sustainability.

The antitrust legacy of Standard Oil, after the breakup of the company 110 years ago, continues to impact the American judicial system’s treatment of antitrust actions against companies even today.

A review of three documentaries covering the petroleum industry and what might be learned from them beyond their immediate message.

Oilfield disasters shine a light on industry shortcomings. Many subsequent improvements can be credited with enhancing both the safety and environmental records of the exploration and production process.