The Voice of the Permian Basin
Serving the oil & gas industry of West Texas & Southeastern New Mexico since 1961
Enriching Texas
Click the above graphic to view a study of the financial contributions of the Permian Basin to the Texas State Treasury.
Upcoming Events
Our next event will be the Spring Swing Golf Tournament at Odessa Country Club on Monday, April 17th. Contact us to learn about attendance opportunities.
Become a Member
PBPA Members receive exclusive benefits, including legislative insights and engagement opportunities. To join online, click here.
Who We Are
Our mission is to advocate for safe and responsible oil and gas development and to provide education on safety, legislation, regulation, and support services for the industry.
Look Beyond
Discover how natural gas and oil play a role in achieving your health and wellness goals.
Top Hand Award
The PBPA Top Hand award is the highest honor distributed each year. This award is given to acknowledge the tremendous contributions individuals have made in oil and gas industry and the communities of the Permian Basin.
Critical Infrastructure Center
This is PBPA's centralized location for new rules by the Railroad Commission of Texas and the Public Utilities Commission.
Outdoor Lighting Recommendations
These recommendations are a result of collaboration between members of the oil and gas industry and academia. They are targeted at operations in the Texas counties surrounding the McDonald Observatory, but are equally beneficial across the industry.
Partners in Education
The Energy Law curriculum at Texas Tech University School of Law enables students to learn the nuances of energy law from experts in the field. To find out more, visit the Tech Energy Law program now!
TTU has launched a new degree - the Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in Energy. It is designed primarily for working professionals but is open to all. For more information, please click here.
Become a part of PBPA
PBPA has an outstanding track record for being the oldest and most active association in the region.