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
Conserving the Great American Outdoors
The Great American Outdoors Act is the largest federal conservation program created in the past 50 years. We’re proud to say the program is funded almost exclusively from revenues generated by federal oil and natural gas production.
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.
Latest News
The AI Boom: Why America Needs Natural Gas
America’s AI boom faces a looming obstacle: electricity generation. Natural gas, is the logical source for supplying reliable, around-the-clock power that will be needed to meet AI’s demands.
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Tracking Congress on Permitting and Methane
Source Rock Blog Tracking Congress on Permitting and Methane February 27, 2025 Reconciliation Priorities We’re pleased both the House and Senate are focused on energy policies in the budget reconciliation…
Read MoreWestern Energy Alliance Lauds Overturning of EPA Methane Fee Rule
DENVER – Western Energy Alliance today praised Congress for overturning the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Waste Emissions Charge rule that imposed a fee on methane emissions from oil and natural gas facilities.
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