ERGF earns GuideStar Gold Transparency certification

OPEC nations continue to fall short. Despite owning and producing a valuable resource, these nations have the same air quality as many developing nations. The USA, while far from perfect, is unique. Where our laws and regulations fall short, private individuals can negotiate additional environmental protections for their minerals. ERGF aims to assist in the protection of our natural resources.

Online ratings organizations are helpful to the public to research non profits. But these organizations often exclude smaller non profits from their reviews. Read more to learn why.

When neighborhoods and oil wells collide, there are interesting visual results. Take a look at Signal Hill, California, where hundreds of oil wells sit feet away from houses, playgrounds, shopping centers, and even cemeteries.

A brief article about the dangers of Hydrogen Sulfide exposure.

NORM is Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material. It is incidental to oil and gas production, typically in harmless amounts. But, over time, concentrations occur. Where does it go? And are mineral and surface owners protected?

Thousands of abandoned wells, with potentially hazardous associated materials. Where are they? Who makes sure they are properly plugged? And what if they’re not?

Hello and Welcome! Read this news entry to learn more about the ERGF website.