
Upstream, onshore independents account for the overwhelming share of national production, investment, and economic impact of the U.S. upstream sector, according to a study conducted by Rystad Energy – including 87% of the sector's total economic contributions.
Independent Operator Share of Onshore Activity (2022-2024)
National Economic Impacts (2024)
Upstream, onshore independents account for the overwhelming share of national production, investment, and economic impact of the U.S. upstream sector, according to a study conducted by Rystad Energy – including 87% of the sector's total economic contributions.
Independent Operator Share of Onshore Activity (2022-2024)
National Economic Impacts (2024)
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