Unity
We stand as the unified voice and backbone for independent oil and natural gas companies in the West, connecting a community that is part of something bigger than itself.
Credibility
As informed leaders and industry experts, we’re on the leading edge of the policies that most impact our members as we motivate stakeholders to engage.
Action
We confidently advocate on behalf of our members. Our bold stances make waves and initiate meaningful change.
Issues and Polices

50 Years of Unifying the West
The year was 1974, and a group of oil and natural gas leaders gathered in an “emergency session” in Denver. The mission: form an association to liaison with and support existing independent producers and other industry associations.
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Interior Returns $3.6B to Western Communities
Federal energy revenues are an important funding stream for community services like education, health services, first responders, infrastructure and more.
Read MoreInterior Rightfully Reconsiders Unfair Chaco Land Withdrawal
DENVER – Western Energy Alliance today welcomed news that the U.S. Department of the Interior and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will hold tribal consultations this week with the Navajo Nation as Secretary Doug Burgum reconsiders the 2023 land withdrawal around the Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Read MoreBLM Delay on Waste Prevention Signals Proper Review Occurring
DENVER – Today, Western Energy Alliance applauded the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for delaying implementation of portions of the Waste Prevention Rule that was finalized toward the end of the Biden Administration.
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