The Petrocultures Research Group produces and supports research on the social and cultural implications of oil and energy for individuals, communities, and societies around the world today. Through our global network of members, events, and initiatives, we generate new ways of thinking about energy and culture.
The Petrocultures Research Group has been producing and supporting leading-edge energy humanities research since 2011. Head to our About page to learn more about our mission and leadership team.
Petrocultures members around the world are changing how we think about the social, cultural, and political dimensions of energy. If you are interested in joining us, head to our Members page to learn more and submit a membership application.
The Petrocultures Research Group hosts conferences, workshops, working groups, and other events throughout the year. Check out some of the exciting things we’re working on.
Launched in 2020, Energy Humanities is an online hub for new ideas about energy, politics, and culture. The site features commentary on current events, book notices, original…
The biennial Petrocultures conference, twice postponed due to COVID-19, will take place August 24-27, 2022 in Stavanger, Norway. Confirmed keynote speakers: Thursday, August 25, 2022: Cyril Obi,…
Petrocultures Research Group members Danine Farquharson and Fiona Polack have just published a cutting edge edited collection, Cold Water Oil: Offshore Petroleum Cultures. In this post, Danine…
Dear friends, colleagues, and visitors, Welcome to the revised and revamped Petrocultures website! 2021 marks the end of the first decade in the life of the Petrocultures…
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