EnCap Investments

EnCap Investments L.P. is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1988 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, with an additional office in Dallas. The firm specializes in investments within the upstream and midstream oil and gas sectors, focusing on natural gas pipelines, energy infrastructure, and various processing and storage operations. EnCap seeks to provide incremental capital for reserve acquisition and drilling projects, targeting investments ranging from $10 million to $350 million per deal. The firm's investment strategy includes a geographical focus on the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a particular emphasis on the Dallas area. EnCap Investments is recognized for its expertise in the energy transition and emerging growth sectors.

Brent Bechtol

Managing Director

Mark Burroughs Jr.

Managing Director, Upstream Investment

Shawn Cumberland

Managing Partner, Energy Transition

Jason DeLorenzo

Managing Partner

Brooks Despot

Director

Michael Guenther

Senior Associate

Mitchell Hovendick

Director, Upstream Investment

Jim Hughes

Managing Partner

Wilson Jeckovich

Associate

Kyle Kafka

Partner and Principal

Connor Mannon

Associate

R. Jason McMahon

Partner

Taylor McCay

Director

Kellie Metcalf

Managing Partner, Energy Transition

Connor Michelsen

Vice President

Andrew Perry

Associate

Gary R Petersen

Managing Partner / Co-Founder

D. Martin Phillips

Founder

Blake Provost

Associate

George W. Purgason

Director

Tim Rebhorn

Managing Partner, Energy Transition

Jerry Smith

Managing Director, Upstream Investment

Wynne Snoots

Partner

Bryan Stahl

Director

Brad Thieleman

Partner

Brad A. Thielemann

Partner

Robert L. Zorich

Founder

42 past transactions

X2 Resources

Seed Round in 2025
X2 Resources is a oil and gas company that targets multibillion-dollar opportunities across premier basins.

Linea Energy

Debt Financing in 2025
Linea Energy is focused on facilitating the transition to renewable energy by providing infrastructure for clean energy production. The company specializes in managing interconnection queues, securing offtake agreements, and obtaining project financing for the development of wind, solar, and storage grids. By emphasizing efficiency in its operations, Linea Energy aims to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy solutions, enabling clients to achieve a faster and more effective transition to sustainable energy sources.

Novo

Venture Round in 2024
Novo Oil & Gas, LLC is an energy exploration and production company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The company focuses on the exploration, drilling, and production of oil and gas in regions such as Oklahoma, West Texas, and Southeast New Mexico. Novo is dedicated to developing various onshore basins across the United States and employs innovative drilling and completion techniques to enhance value. The company's efforts are concentrated on proven, liquids-rich unconventional assets, contributing to the sustainable development of the country's energy infrastructure.

Sabalo Energy II

Private Equity Round in 2021
Sabalo Energy is a privately held company based in Corpus Christi, Texas, specializing in the energy sector with a focus on the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas assets. The company operates as an upstream exploration and production firm, concentrating on responsibly developing energy assets in large-scale unconventional basins. Utilizing advanced dimensional seismic testing equipment, Sabalo enhances site productivity, thereby enabling its partners to generate substantial cash flow and maximize value through strategic acquisitions. The company prides itself on maintaining a strong reputation and fostering robust relationships with a core group of service companies, exploration and production firms, and financial partners.

Grenadier Energy Partners III

Private Equity Round in 2021
Grenadier Energy Partners is a private exploration and production company based in The Woodlands, Texas. The company specializes in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, utilizing advanced technology throughout the drilling, completion, and production phases of its wells. Grenadier Energy Partners employs a balanced strategy that encompasses both leasing and drilling opportunities with substantial resource potential, as well as targeted acquisitions that offer clear prospects for exploitation and development. This approach enables the company to profitably develop long-lived oil and natural gas assets while maximizing operational efficiency.

Modern Resources

Venture Round in 2020
Modern Resources Inc. is an oil and gas exploration and production company based in Calgary, Canada. Established in 2012, the company specializes in the acquisition, development, and production of unconventional oil and gas assets, particularly within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. Modern Resources focuses on acquiring proved reserves while also pursuing opportunities for resource upside. As of November 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Tourmaline Oil Corp.

US Grid Company

Private Equity Round in 2019
US Grid Company is dedicated to owning and operating natural gas power plants that play a vital role in ensuring a reliable power supply. The company focuses on acquiring and managing facilities in major cities, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest regions of the United States. With an emphasis on enhancing reliability and resilience, US Grid Company collaborates with local utilities and governments to improve energy stability. Additionally, the company aims to reduce carbon emissions by incorporating storage solutions and renewable energy capabilities into its operations, thereby contributing to the decarbonization of the energy grid.

Pegasus Resources II

Private Equity Round in 2019
Pegasus Resources, based in Fort Worth, Texas, is a private company dedicated to acquiring mineral and royalty interests in established oil and gas resource areas, particularly the Permian Basin. The firm is supported by a significant investment from EnCap Investments and is led by a team of experienced professionals in the industry. Pegasus specializes in sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and finalizing acquisitions to enhance returns for mineral owners, investors, and partners. The company emphasizes the importance of relationships in its operations, committing to principles of integrity, honesty, and transparency throughout its business practices.

Raisa Energy

Venture Round in 2019
Raisa Energy LLC is an independent exploration and production company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in the acquisition of non-operated working interests and mineral rights in major oil and gas basins across North America. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on high-return unconventional plays in regions such as Colorado, North Dakota, Oklahoma, and Texas, while actively evaluating additional acreage opportunities. Raisa Energy employs advanced technology and data analytics to conduct thorough due diligence, helping to ensure informed investment decisions and enhanced risk-adjusted returns for its partners. In addition to leasing and acquisition activities, the company provides expert analysis in geology, engineering, and economic assessments, further supporting its strategic operations in the oil and gas industry.

Silverado Oil & Gas

Private Equity Round in 2019
Silverado Oil & Gas is an oil and gas company based in The Woodlands, Texas, that specializes in the exploration and development of oil and gas properties across several onshore basins in the United States. The company's primary focus is on the acquisition and exploitation of large-scale, liquid-rich resource plays, aiming to deliver returns to its investors through effective resource development.

Piedra Resources

Venture Round in 2018
Piedra Resources is an oil and gas exploration and production company founded in 2004 by Robert Beecherl and Chip Smith in collaboration with EnCap Investments L.P. The company is primarily focused on the Permian Basin, where it engages in the exploration, development, and acquisition of natural gas and oil reserves. Piedra Resources aims to create value through lower-risk resource plays that offer scalability and potential for growth. Drawing on the expertise and experience of its team, the company has established a reputation for drilling and operational excellence in the energy sector, facilitating effective energy distribution in Texas.

XCL Resources

Private Equity Round in 2018
XCL Resources is an energy company based in Houston, Texas, focused on oil and gas exploration. The company specializes in the identification, acquisition, and development of horizontal resource plays and oil wells. Utilizing advanced techniques such as full cube and dual cube development, XCL Resources aims to optimize production for its clients and maximize returns. The company emphasizes a culture of humility, data-driven operational execution, transparency, purposeful innovation, motivation, and a balanced approach to work and life.

Forge Energy II

Private Equity Round in 2018
Forge Energy II, LLC is an independent exploration and production company based in San Antonio, Texas, founded in 2018. The company specializes in the production and exploration of oil and gas, offering crude oil, natural gas, and other related products. Forge Energy II focuses on creating value through the acquisition and leasing of mature oil and gas properties, as well as their consolidation and exploitation, primarily in the central United States.

Pegasus Resources II

Private Equity Round in 2017
Pegasus Resources, based in Fort Worth, Texas, is a private company dedicated to acquiring mineral and royalty interests in established oil and gas resource areas, particularly the Permian Basin. The firm is supported by a significant investment from EnCap Investments and is led by a team of experienced professionals in the industry. Pegasus specializes in sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and finalizing acquisitions to enhance returns for mineral owners, investors, and partners. The company emphasizes the importance of relationships in its operations, committing to principles of integrity, honesty, and transparency throughout its business practices.

Silverback Exploration II

Private Equity Round in 2017
Silverback Exploration is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on leasing and drilling opportunities in both conventional and unconventional resource plays throughout the United States. The company has developed a strong expertise in horizontal drilling and employs advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Silverback Exploration aims to pursue organic development projects alongside strategic acquisitions, catering to the needs of both private and publicly traded companies. Recently, the company demonstrated its capability by successfully developing and selling assets in Reeves County, achieving a significant return on its investment.

Ameredev II

Private Equity Round in 2017
Ameredev is an exploration and production company based in Austin, specializing in the acquisition and development of oil and gas properties in the Permian Basin. The company focuses on proven geological concepts to identify and secure oil and gas resources, aiming to create resource development projects that yield high returns on investment. Through its strategic approach, Ameredev seeks to capitalize on the potential of the Permian Basin, a region known for its significant oil and gas reserves.

Enduring Resources

Private Equity Round in 2017
Enduring Resources, LLC is an independent oil and gas company based in Centennial, Colorado, specializing in the acquisition and exploitation of long-lived natural gas assets in domestic onshore basins. Founded in 2004, the company has established a significant presence in regions such as the Uinta Basin and East Texas. Enduring Resources is focused on developing reserve bases and maintains a multi-year drilling inventory to optimize the extraction of oil and natural gas resources.

Black Swan Oil & Gas

Private Equity Round in 2017
Black Swan Oil & Gas, LLC is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company based in Edmond, Oklahoma. The company operates across 48 states, focusing primarily on the acquisition and development of horizontal resource plays, particularly in the Permian Basin. Black Swan seeks to identify and acquire leasehold and mineral rights, as well as other oilfield investment opportunities. By pursuing these upstream opportunities, the company aims to achieve sustainable performance and growth for its stakeholders over the long term.

Novo

Venture Round in 2016
Novo Oil & Gas, LLC is an energy exploration and production company founded in 2016 and headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The company focuses on the exploration, drilling, and production of oil and gas in regions such as Oklahoma, West Texas, and Southeast New Mexico. Novo is dedicated to developing various onshore basins across the United States and employs innovative drilling and completion techniques to enhance value. The company's efforts are concentrated on proven, liquids-rich unconventional assets, contributing to the sustainable development of the country's energy infrastructure.

Plains All American Pipeline

Post in 2016
Plains All American Pipeline is engaged in the transportation, storage, terminalling and marketing of crude oil, as well as in the processing, transportation, fractionation, storage and marketing of natural gas liquids ("NGL"). We own and operate a diversified portfolio of strategically located assets that play a vital role in the movement of U.S. and Canadian energy supplies. On average we handle over 3.5 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL through our extensive network of assets located in key North American producing basins, major market hubs and transportation gateways. The company is headquartered in Houston.

Grayson Mill Energy

Private Equity Round in 2016
Grayson Mill Energy, LLC is an exploration and production company headquartered in Houston, Texas, founded in 2016. The company specializes in the acquisition and development of oil and gas properties primarily in the Rocky Mountains. Grayson Mill Energy aims to generate value through disciplined acquisitions and the implementation of innovative exploration, drilling, and completion techniques. By focusing on high-quality assets, the company seeks to operate industry-leading wells that deliver strong returns.

PetroLegacy Energy

Venture Round in 2016
PetroLegacy Energy is an exploration and production company that acquires and develops oil and gas properties. PetroLegacy currently operates in the Midland Basin where it holds a substantial acreage position primarily in Martin County.

PayRock Energy

Venture Round in 2016
PayRock Energy, LLC, based in Oklahoma City, is a company specializing in the acquisition and development of oil and natural gas resources. It focuses primarily on the STACK play in Oklahoma, as well as the Mississippian play in both Oklahoma and Kansas. Funded by EnCap Investments, L.P., PayRock Energy is led by a management team with a strong record of value creation and extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, particularly with major independent operators in the region. The company's operations encompass both exploration and production activities within its targeted resource areas.

Raisa Energy

Private Equity Round in 2016
Raisa Energy LLC is an independent exploration and production company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in the acquisition of non-operated working interests and mineral rights in major oil and gas basins across North America. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on high-return unconventional plays in regions such as Colorado, North Dakota, Oklahoma, and Texas, while actively evaluating additional acreage opportunities. Raisa Energy employs advanced technology and data analytics to conduct thorough due diligence, helping to ensure informed investment decisions and enhanced risk-adjusted returns for its partners. In addition to leasing and acquisition activities, the company provides expert analysis in geology, engineering, and economic assessments, further supporting its strategic operations in the oil and gas industry.

Felix Energy II

Venture Round in 2016
Felix Energy, LLC is an oil and gas exploration and production company based in Denver, Colorado. Incorporated in 2013, the company specializes in developing and operating oil and gas assets throughout the onshore United States. Felix Energy aims to create value from its projects by leveraging its expertise in the exploration and production sectors. As of early 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of WPX Energy, Inc.

Verdun Oil Company

Private Equity Round in 2015
Verdun Oil Company is an oil and gas firm dedicated to the acquisition and development of oil and gas assets, primarily in Texas's Gulf Coast Basin, including the Eagle Ford and Austin Chalk formations. The company focuses on both conventional and unconventional exploration and production, aiming to optimize the recovery of oil and gas reserves. Verdun Oil Company emphasizes operating at an efficient cost basis while fostering beneficial relationships with employees, landowners, and local communities. Through its strategic approach, the company aims to deliver clean and economically viable hydrocarbons.

Advance Energy Partners

Private Equity Round in 2014
Advance Energy Partners, LLC is an oil and gas exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas. Incorporated in 2014, the firm focuses on the development, exploration, and production of oil and gas assets, with particular emphasis on low-risk leasing and drilling opportunities. The company specializes in reservoir development, oil field operations, and asset management, and it actively engages in the evaluation and acquisition of oil and gas properties. Key operational areas include the Permian Basin, Cretaceous Gulf Rim, and Powder River Basin. Advance Energy Partners is staffed by a team of experienced managers with extensive knowledge of the global oil and gas industry, enabling the firm to effectively convert planned unit developments into current production and expand its footprint in the sector.

Piedra Resources

Venture Round in 2014
Piedra Resources is an oil and gas exploration and production company founded in 2004 by Robert Beecherl and Chip Smith in collaboration with EnCap Investments L.P. The company is primarily focused on the Permian Basin, where it engages in the exploration, development, and acquisition of natural gas and oil reserves. Piedra Resources aims to create value through lower-risk resource plays that offer scalability and potential for growth. Drawing on the expertise and experience of its team, the company has established a reputation for drilling and operational excellence in the energy sector, facilitating effective energy distribution in Texas.

Paloma Resources

Private Equity Round in 2014
Paloma Resources is an oil and gas firm that provides oil and gas reserve exploration, exploitation, acquisition, and production. The company offers services related to oil and gas exploration, acquisition, and development of petroleum acreage.

Silverback Exploration II

Private Equity Round in 2013
Silverback Exploration is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on leasing and drilling opportunities in both conventional and unconventional resource plays throughout the United States. The company has developed a strong expertise in horizontal drilling and employs advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency. Silverback Exploration aims to pursue organic development projects alongside strategic acquisitions, catering to the needs of both private and publicly traded companies. Recently, the company demonstrated its capability by successfully developing and selling assets in Reeves County, achieving a significant return on its investment.

Common Resources

Private Equity Round in 2012
Common Resources is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company. Common Resources focuses on creating value through the drillbit in multiple onshore U.S. basins.

Earthstone Energy

Private Equity Round in 2012
Earthstone Energy is an independent oil and natural gas development and production company focused on the acquisition, development, exploration, and production of onshore crude oil and natural gas reserves in the United States. The company primarily operates in the upstream segment of the oil and natural gas industry, with a significant asset portfolio that includes key areas in the Midland Basin of West Texas and the Eagle Ford trend of South Texas. In addition to its core operations, Earthstone Energy is engaged in corporate mergers and the acquisition of oil and natural gas properties, enhancing its reserve portfolio and operational capacity.

Eagle Oil & Gas

Venture Round in 2012
Eagle Oil & Gas Co. is an oil and gas exploration and production company based in Dallas, Texas, with an additional office in Wichita Falls. Founded in 1976, the company focuses on the acquisition, development, and exploration of oil and gas reserves across multiple states, including Montana, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Ohio, Michigan, and Colorado. Eagle Oil & Gas manages its own properties and those of other companies, engaging in activities such as drilling new wells and optimizing legacy assets. The company aims to enhance the production and efficiency of its projects, contributing to the energy sector through its diverse portfolio of exploration initiatives.

Nuevo Midstream

Private Equity Round in 2011
Nuevo Midstream, LLC is a start-up midstream company based in Houston, focusing on providing midstream infrastructure services primarily to natural gas producers in the Permian Basin, particularly in the Bone Springs and Wolfcamp formations, as well as the Avalon Shale trend in southeast New Mexico and west Texas. The company, which was established with a significant financial commitment from the EnCap Energy Infrastructure Fund and other partners, offers a range of services that include natural gas gathering, compression, treating, processing, transportation, fractionation, and storage of natural gas liquids (NGLs). The leadership team, which boasts over 120 years of combined experience in the energy sector, is headed by Jay Lendrum, along with key executives such as Randy Ziebarth, Chris Work, and Dwight Serrett.

PennEnergy Resources

Private Equity Round in 2011
PennEnergy Resources is an independent oil and gas company that operates in the Appalachian Basin, specifically within the Marcellus region. The company specializes in the acquisition and development of unconventional shale resources, aiming to create value for investors, stakeholders, employees, and landowners. PennEnergy Resources emphasizes safe and environmentally responsible practices in its operations, ensuring that resource development aligns with sustainability and safety standards. Through its focus on unconventional resources, the company seeks to optimize value creation while maintaining a commitment to responsible environmental stewardship.

Marquette Exploration

Venture Round in 2011
Marquette Exploration, LLC engages in the exploration, delineation, and exploitation of natural gas resource plays in the continental.

Petrohawk Energy

Post in 2011
Petrohawk Energy is an energy company engaged in the exploration, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas across several states in the United States, including Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Louisiana. The company specializes in the acquisition and development of shale assets, particularly in key regions such as the Haynesville Shale, the Lower Bossier Shale, the Eagle Ford Shale, and various shale formations within the Permian Basin. Through its focused operations, Petrohawk Energy aims to maximize the potential of these rich resources.

Montage Resources

Venture Round in 2011
Montage Resources Corporation was an oil and natural gas exploration and production company based in Irving, Texas, primarily active in the United States. The company focused on the Utica and Marcellus Shales, holding approximately 227,000 net effective undeveloped acres across southeast Ohio, West Virginia, and North Central Pennsylvania. As of its last reporting, Montage had estimated proved reserves of approximately 2,729.8 billion cubic feet of natural gas equivalent. Founded in 2011, Montage Resources emerged from the combination of Eclipse Resources and Blue Ridge Mountain Resources, and it underwent a name change in 2019. The company operated exclusively in the exploration and production segments of the oil and gas industry. In November 2020, Montage was acquired by Southwestern Energy.

Chord Energy

Venture Round in 2010
Chord Energy is an independent exploration and production company focused on the development, production, and acquisition of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Operating primarily in the Williston Basin, the company engages in various activities related to the acquisition, exploitation, and exploration of energy resources. Through its strategic initiatives, Chord Energy aims to enhance its production capabilities while contributing to the efficient management of energy resources.

Laramie Energy II

Private Equity Round in 2007
Laramie Energy II, LLC is a natural gas producer based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in the exploration and development of unconventional gas reserves in the U.S. Rockies, particularly within the Piceance Basin of Western Colorado. Founded in 2004, the company focuses on acquiring and developing oil and gas resources from tight sands, coal seams, and shales. Laramie Energy II engages in a comprehensive program to identify and cultivate these resources, positioning itself as a key player in the natural gas sector.

Plantation Petroleum Company

Private Equity Round in 2002
Plantation Petroleum Company is an upstream oil and gas entity engaged in the exploration, extraction, refining, transportation, and marketing of petroleum products. The company distributes these products to various sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural markets. Focusing on the Permian Basin in Texas and New Mexico, Plantation Petroleum aims to create value by acquiring and developing oil and gas assets in this region.
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