Permian Energy Development Lab

Our organization has a lofty goal: to build on the Permian Basin’s status at the center of the global energy economy by catalyzing the development of new energy technologies and, at the same time, creating value for energy communities. But in a vast region how do we begin to understand what communities need? In our new report, Community Archetypes in the Permian Basin and their Relationship to Energy Resources, Elizabeth Ross, M.S., Gregory Pogue, Jill Engel-Cox and Thushara Gunda explore the strengths and needs of Permian communities in relation to the energy industry. This analysis will provide the basis for assessing, designing and implementing PEDL’s future energy technology research, educational and outreach programs. https://lnkd.in/gJQ3hbDQ

We are fortunate to have researchers like Gregory Pogue from the IC2 Institute working on our team.

How do you study a region of 66 counties spanning two states? That is the challenge that Elizabeth Ross, M.S., Jill Engel-Cox, Thushara Gunda, and I tackle in the white paper, found here: https://lnkd.in/g7SQHDJz. This article provides a data-informed way to associate counties based on socio-economics, education, health, and energy opportunities, thus simplifying community outreach/research and developing scalable new energy strategies. This work was supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engines program, the Permian Energy Development Lab, IC2 Institute and Energy Institute, The University of Texas at Austin at The University of Texas at Austin. Appreciate the leadership of Brian Korgel and Marilu Hastings in this project, as well as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories. #permianbasin #energytransition #cleanjobs #cleantech #circulareconomy #communityresearch

A personal reflection on community-engaged research, the energy industry, and opportunities for positive change in the Texas / New Mexico Permian Basin: https://lnkd.in/gnTDgkps. How can data unlock unexpected community similarities across a region >75.000 sq. miles, 66 counties, and two states? Interested...take a look at the blog or read the full white paper, here: https://lnkd.in/g7SQHDJz. Thanks to Elizabeth Ross, M.S., Jill Engel-Cox, Thushara Gunda, Permian Energy Development Lab, Cara White Lowrimore, Energy Institute, The University of Texas at Austin, IC2 Institute, Hudson Pacific. #energytransition #archetypes #communityresearch #cleantech #cleanenergy

See PEDL partner Brian Korgel speak on this important topic next week.

Bringing investment, expertise, and new technologies to the Permian Basin—an area that's already a hub for energy innovation—those goals are central to our work. That's why we're thrilled to announce a new partnership with Agile Energy X, a cutting-edge Japanese technology firm. A subsidiary of Tokyo Electric Power Company, Japan's largest electric utility, AEX will bring its "ultimate circular economy" concept to the Permian. The idea is to create a closed-loop energy system, combining clean energy technologies like direct air capture and distributed computing with renewable energy sources such as solar and wind. The goal is to bolster energy production by minimizing waste and optimizing resource use. "PEDL is a platform for visionaries from around the world to come to turn their ideas into reality," said our founder and board president, Marilu Hastings. "This partnership exemplifies the Permian Basin's draw as a hub for energy innovation. That's the essence of the Texas spirit—a place where people with bold ideas can build the future." https://lnkd.in/gj6QA2q4 Brian Korgel Kenji Tateiwa 立岩 健二 Kyle Simpson

PEDL has again broadened its collaborative network this month, signing four new memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with innovative energy companies. These partnerships with CleanCo Energie, Inc, EarthBridge Energy, Melzer Consulting and Omnia Midstream Partners complement our existing relationships and accelerate our mission to drive advanced energy innovation in the Permian Basin. "These new partnerships bring together some of the most innovative minds in energy," said Marilu Hastings, president of the PEDL board of directors. "We're not just talking about the future of energy – we're building it in the Permian Basin, creating opportunity for communities in the process." Each partner brings unique expertise: CleanCo Energie in crop agrivoltaics, EarthBridge Energy with grid-scale energy storage technology, Melzer Consulting's deep geotechnical know-how and Omnia Midstream Partners' expertise across solar integration, helium recovery and CO2 sequestration. These collaborations enhance PEDL’s capacity to develop and deploy cutting-edge energy technologies that benefit our region and beyond. "The Permian is on track to be a global hub for advanced energy innovation and a model for other energy intensive communities," Hastings added. "Our role is to accelerate that process and make sure the benefits flow to the people who live and work here – and to the US economy." https://lnkd.in/g3sFAnTZ

We are pleased you could join us, Hamed Soroush!

Thushara Gunda did a great job presenting our initial analysis of the diverse communities within the large Permian region. Elizabeth Ross, M.S., Gregory Pogue and Jill Engel-Cox also contributed to this work.

We are thrilled to welcome you to the Permian! George Nnanna, PHD.,P.E., ASME Fellow Brian Korgel Nelia Dunbar Marilu Hastings Patricia Sullivan