RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the Independent Petroleum Association of America as Right-Center Biased due to its consistent promotion of fossil fuel industry positions and framing that is critical of regulatory and environmental policy efforts. We rate its reporting as Mixed for factual accuracy since it reliably quotes member executives but omits countervailing data or voices, resulting in a one-sided presentation of energy policy debates.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (4.5)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (4.7)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) was founded in 1929 and represents independent oil and natural gas producers throughout the United States. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., the association advocates for energy exploration and production, primarily before Congress and federal regulatory agencies. IPAA also provides economic and statistical data on domestic energy production and facilitates networking and policy engagement among its members. Mike Hillebrand is the Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA).
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Funded by / Ownership
The Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) is a nonprofit trade association funded by membership dues, sponsorships, and event revenue. It also manages the IPAA Wildcatters Fund, a political action committee (PAC) that only accepts voluntary contributions from its members and cannot accept corporate donations or public contributions. IPAA does not publicly disclose detailed financial information or individual donors.
Analysis / Bias
IPAA’s content consistently advances a pro-industry agenda, emphasizing the economic benefits of oil and gas while downplaying environmental or regulatory concerns. For instance, in its press release titled “IPAA Responds to President’s Comments on Climate and Energy in State of the Union,” the organization accuses President Biden of “ignoring American energy leadership” and creating “failed government subsidies for wind, solar, and electric vehicles…” The release does not mention environmental or climate-related risks and frames regulation as a threat to American energy security.
IPAA also maintains a public stance against steel and aluminum tariffs, arguing that such policies raise costs for producers. Its communications consistently highlight industry benefits while omitting environmental tradeoffs or alternative perspectives.
Across its official publications, IPAA sources mainly from internal communications, member testimony, and industry-aligned positions. Counterpoints from environmental groups, scientists, or public health advocates are largely absent, contributing to an ideologically narrow presentation.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Independent Petroleum Association of America as Right-Center Biased due to its consistent promotion of fossil fuel industry positions and framing that is critical of regulatory and environmental policy efforts. We rate its reporting as Mixed for factual accuracy since it reliably quotes member executives but omits countervailing data or voices, resulting in a one-sided presentation of energy policy debates. (M. Huitsing 05/09/2025)
Source: https://www.ipaa.org/
Last Updated on May 9, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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