Contents DECEMBER 2016 Volume 59 No. 13 THE ISSUE Cooler winter temperatures along with record natural gas demand are expected to support higher prices this winter, according to a Natural Gas Supply Association analysis that opens the December Natural Gas White Papers. That is followed by the Well Stimulation & Completion Technology reports, which feature an innovative earth modeling technique that optimizes developmental well placement. The annual Insurance and HS&E Update opens with a one-onone with Travelers Oil & Gas President Eric Boquist. Association news includes coverage of COGA, PBPA and OIPA conventions. Cover design by Amanda DeMoss. Issue photography courtesy of Laredo Petroleum, Inc. Happy Holidays! YOU DON'T GET A SECOND CHANCE TO FRAC IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME NEWS 14 | In the Courts: Federal court affirms using climate models in ESA determinations; Pennsylvania court enjoins portions of Chapter 78a rules; Ohio Supreme Court punts on deducting post-production costs; Federal court won't halt Mancos Shale drilling 31 | Election 2016: Industry sees mixed results from local ballot initiatives; IPAA advising Trump transition team 32 | Public Lands: Associations sue to halt BLM flaring rule 34 | Outer Continental Shelf: Industry disappointed with 2017-22 leasing plan 37 | Dakota Access Pipeline: Army Corps delays easement decision 80 | Offshore Seismic: API considers BOEM's draft Gulf of Mexico PEIS overkill 93 | Events: PIOGA seeks member participation and guidance; VOGA and Virginia DGO recognize industry excellence 97 | Federal Regulations: Texas Alliance denounces Obama administration excesses 98 | Compensatory Mitigation: Industry groups rip USFWS policy proposal Given the difficulty, expense and mechanical risk of performing refracturing treatments in horizontal wellbores, it is imperative to stimulate properly the first time. Flotek's citrus-based, environmentally friendly CnF® fracturing additives allow oil and gas wells to produce to their maximum capability. CONVENTION COVERAGE 82 | COGA: Colorado industry remains engaged 85 | PBPA: Successes buoy association's spirit 89 | OIPA: Transition to a new era begins COLUMNS 27 | Tech Connections 29 | Washington Watch For more information contact cesimkt@flotekind.com or call 832-308-CESI (2374) DEPARTMENTS 9 | Calendar 12 | Oil & Gas Counts 14 | Industry Digest 100 | Industry Focus 104 | Classified Advertising 106 | Advertisers Index