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Wednesday, September 17, 2008

The House Supports to Lift Offshore Drilling Ban

The house passed an energy bill yesterday that will lift the ban on offshore drilling for both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. On top of the off shore lift, which was passed by a vote of 236 to 189, the bill extends renewable tax credits for wind power [1 year extension] and solar power [8 year extension] and repeals some of the tax breaks large oil companies receive.

Not a Big Hit Amongst The Republican Party

The bill still has to pass the Senate to come into effect and the Republicans argue that it is limiting to the areas of coal and nuclear power exploration. Environmentalists also protest this bill, saying it does nothing more than perpetuate the oil industry in a new area. Even the White House has threatened to veto the bill despite their efforts to lift the ban previously.

Democrats Flip-Flopping?

Democrats changed their position on lifting the ban as public opinion shifted in favor of its acceptance due to high fuel prices. They believe this bill is a fair compromise and gives plenty of space for exploration: 100miles or more out is free-reign, between 50 and 100 miles and the state must give permission and no drilling can occur closer than 50 miles to the shore.

The Outcome Remains to be Seen!

There is much debate over this bill and how it will affect us in promoting “dirty” energy, as one environmentalist put it. It's being sent to the Senate and they are considering several different compromise packages and hope to achieve a final bill before September 26th.

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Thursday, September 11, 2008

Arctic Ice Fields Melt; Give Way to Oil Reserves

As the planet heats up, due to greenhouse gas emissions, this leaves the Arctic ice-cap melting at record speeds for the 2nd year running. Underneath that ice-cap is a land under the sea, filled with rich oil reserves and fossil fuels. As Americans focus on the fact that gas prices are above $4.00 per gallon, there is pressure to use those reserves in order to wean the US off of foreign oil reserves and save money by drilling at home.

Many American companies, like EGPI FireCreek [OTCBB: EFCR], can jump at the opportunity to grow their business, and help Americans’ in their wallet, both by lessening the cost of fuel and creating more job at home for those of us hit by this declining economy.

While many support the idea of at home drilling, others are speaking out because of the dangers of oil spills. Some rigs have had blowouts that surpass the Exxon Valdez spill from 20 years ago and they don’t want that happening in the Beaufort and Chukchi seas off Alaska. The big companies, like Shell, say they have the latest clean-up technology and are environmentally responsible, going about and drilling for oil.

Many residents will be affected, such as fishermen and the native people who worry the food supply will be contaminated or diminished.

This battle has turned political; Governor Palin wants to see the off shore drilling, while Obama does not. It’s hard to weigh the concerns since the political realm is so heated, we will see who wins come November 4th.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/7609811.stm

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Thursday, July 19, 2007

EFCR Acquires Producing Oil Field

EGPI Firecreek Inc. (OTCBB: EFCR) announced a blockbuster deal this morning that is expected by many to facilitate the company's metamorphosis from just another energy industry "prospect" into a burgeoning, high-potential, international energy supplier.

Acquiring An Income Stream

The agreement to scoop up 100% working interest in The Fant Ranch Unit, in Benjamin TX appears be a home run - particularly for an early stage company that logged $147K in revenues for all of 2006.

The property has historically produced 2.7 million barrels of oil (nearly $200M worth by today's standards) and is now churning out an average of 900 to 1400 barrels per month - a figure EFCR hopes to crank up by a multiple of two or three in the near term.

Crunching the Numbers
By our estimates, assuming a per barrel oil price of $68 and that the newly acquired property produces 1150 barrels per month with 17 wells and eventually doubles and then triples production with the addition of 8 supplementary wells (reaching 25) over the near to mid-term:

Current production levels could yield incremental revenues of as much as: $938k or approximately 638% more than EFCR logged in all of 2006.

Current product levels X2 with 25 wells online could yield incremental revenues of as much as: $1.9M or approximately 1878% more than EFCR logged in all of 2006.

Current product levels X2 with 25 wells online could yield incremental revenues of as much as: $4.1M or as much as 2817% more than EFCR logged in all of 2006.

What better way to beef up operations and pave the way for a fruitful future is there than to acquire a proven property in one of America's leading and most famous oil producing states?

Demand is obviously not going anywhere - and with oil futures hitting 11-month highs recently and crude oil surging up close to 20% this year, a solid domestic investment such as that of EFCR's could prove extremely lucrative and also provide enough capital to finance more acquisitions, both in the U.S. and abroad.

Multiple Properties = Multiple Revenue Streams

Although the focus of today's news release is on the new property, don't forget, EFCR is developing an increasingly diversified portfolio of prospects in the U.S., as well as globally in areas including the United States, Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, Romania, and Libya.

Beneficial Financing in Place

Recently closing a 2,000,000, seven year, interest-only debenture - EFCR has positioned itself to pursue acquisitions of income producing oil and gas properties with minimal overhead.

This is great for the company and investors alike because rather than depending on risky financing, EFCR will be able to facilitate near-term expansion without the increased threat of dilution - a major advantage over many energy ventures traded on the OTC bulletin board.

From The Source...

Commenting on EFCR's recent progress and Tuesday's release, Dennis Alexander, the Company's Chairman and CFO, stated, "The interests acquired in the Fant Ranch field provide an important base infrastructure for the Company and will begin a new expansion stage for our business model. We believe that the addition of revenues and cash flow from the Fant Ranch field will assist with aligning our strategic plan and goals to build a base of similar properties centralized as building blocks for our future growth."

Furthermore, "As we have consolidated much of our 2004-2006 operations, and reduced many expenses, we will continue to work on the historical efforts developed and pursued by Firecreek Petroleum for various key potential overseas programs in Central Eurasian countries. We will continue our efforts in developing ways and means by strategic alliance, joint venture or the sale of rights and other methods by the Company for the continued expansion and presence of the Company."

At current levels, we feel EFCR warrants a long hard look. At just a fraction of a penny EFCR is well-poised to generate significant revenues over the near to mid-term with even grander possibilities for longer-term investors.

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