Programs
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
"The mining of coal, minerals, oil and natural gas production play an important part in Utah's economy, and without these natural resources we would not enjoy the standard of living we do in our modern society. The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining ensures our access to these natural resources in an environmentally responsible manner, while our Abandoned Mine Program works to protect the public from the dangers of unregulated past mining practices. Our employees really do make it happen."
John R. Baza
Director, Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining
IN THE NEWS
Division of Oil, Gas and Mining Director John Baza received the 2023 Service Award from the Energy & Geoscience Institute (EGI)
Castle Country Energy Field Tour
The Division of Oil, Gas and Mining, Utah Petroleum Association, and Emery and Carbon counties hosted a legislative tour sponsored by Senator Hinkins on August 2 to educate legislators and elected officials on the current status and opportunities of energy resources in the area. Read more here...
Minerals Exploration Tax Credit
In 2022 the Legislature passed SB250, which created an exploration tax credit available for certain non-coal minerals operations. Click for more information
