New Mexico’s Energy Industry: Powering America’s Future
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has confirmed something we already knew: New Mexico oil and natural gas workers are at the heart of American energy. According to the latest EIA report, just two counties in New Mexico, Lea and Eddy, were responsible for nearly one million barrels of oil per day of American production growth between 2020 and 2024. To put that in perspective, that’s 52 percent of the nation’s entire increase during this period.
New Mexico’s energy workers contribute to the stability, security, and prosperity of our country. They are fueling the economy, keeping energy affordable for families, and strengthening America’s energy independence.
“New Mexico’s energy workers are leading the way in powering America,” said Larry Behrens, Communications Director for Power The Future. “It’s sad, but this recognition from Washington is more than our energy workers have ever received from the Governor during her time in office. These results prove New Mexico’s energy workers deserve our gratitude, not more attacks from the eco-left and their allies in Santa Fe.”
New Mexico’s energy industry is not just about barrels and pipelines; it’s about jobs, communities, and opportunity. From providing thousands of high-paying careers to billions in state revenue, energy production remains the backbone of the state’s economy. Instead of vilifying the very industry that sustains New Mexico’s growth, policymakers should recognize the irreplaceable role energy plays in powering our future.
September 3, 2025