AUSTIN— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is honored to share her recent cover story in SHALE Magazine, a leading oil and gas industry publication. The article showcases the unique role of the Texas General Land Office (GLO) and highlights Commissioner Buckingham’s heart for serving the people of Texas.
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., on the cover of SHALE Magazine
The GLO improves the lives of every Texan by preserving our state’s history, restoring and operating the Alamo, maximizing the revenue from our state lands to help fund Texas public education, safeguarding our coast, supporting communities impacted by disasters, and providing essential services to Veterans.
Excerpts from Shale Magazine article:
"Her [Commissioner Buckingham's] leadership style is defined by an unyielding work ethic and hands-on approach, shaped by an unconventional career path spanning volunteer firefighter, oculoplastic surgeon, and state senator. 'I’ll sleep when I’m dead,' she quips with a smile, a motto that reflects her relentless drive and tireless dedication. [...] 'We’re the agency that rolls up its sleeves every day to positively impact your life in ways you probably don’t realize,' she explains. Under her stewardship, the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has become a key player in shaping the state’s energy future while preserving its lands, resources, and heritage."
"Buckingham has prioritized Texas’s role as a global energy leader, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to advance the state’s energy industry while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental stewardship. She has championed initiatives in carbon sequestration, a critical component of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and supported innovative nuclear technologies aimed at diversifying the state’s energy portfolio." [...] Simultaneously, Buckingham has advanced innovative solutions to address industry challenges, such as produced water management and habitat restoration. Her office has allocated substantial resources to plugging orphaned wells, including a $10 million fund dedicated to the Railroad Commission for this purpose."
SHALE Magazine Cover Story: Commissioner Dawn Buckingham | The Surgeon Turned Land Commissioner Reshaping Texas's Energy Future
"As a ninth-generation Texan and Daughter of the Republic of Texas, Dawn Buckingham brings a deeply personal connection to her role in preserving the state’s cultural heritage, particularly her stewardship of the Alamo. [...] With $400 million secured from the Texas Legislature through collaboration with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, the [Alamo preservation] project emphasizes restoration rather than reimagination. Key components include critical structural repairs, the development of a 100,000-square-foot museum, and the creation of a children’s education center."
To read the cover story, "Commissioner Dawn Buckingham | The Surgeon Turned Land Commissioner Reshaping Texas' Energy Future," click to button below:
Commissioner Buckingham's SHALE Magazine Cover Story
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