Oil and Gas Overview: Ector County, Texas

Ector County, Texas is large producer of oil and gas in the Permian Basin of Texas. Over 125 drilling permits were issued in 2024 alone. Besides hydrocarbon production, the County sees substantial environmental impacts in other areas: Wastewater storage, pipelines, truck transportation, brine extraction and refinement, natural gas flaring, and more. It’s an important County. Just don’t drink the water or breathe the air.

If you own mineral or royalty rights in Ector County, Texas, we encourage you to consider donating a portion to Earth Resource Guardian Foundation (ERGF). Our mission is to be a responsible steward of these natural resources, ensuring that when energy production is necessary, it is conducted with an eye toward environmental protection and sustainability. Your donation helps us advocate for responsible extraction practices, monitor environmental impacts, and promote conservation efforts in resource-rich areas.

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Ector County quick facts

County Seat: Odessa, Texas

Population: Around 166,000

Oil Production: 19th of all Texas Counties

Gas Production: 47th of all Texas Counties

(Sept 2024 production numbers)