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José Firmo highlights the positive impact of oil extraction in mature fields on the regional economy and defends natural gas as a pillar of the energy transition
The strength of oil production in onshore areas is changing the reality of cities in the interior of the Northeast. According to José Firmo, CEO of PetroReconcavo, the activity boosts employment, income and investments in infrastructure, with emphasis on the growth of the natural gas sector, which already represents 43% of the company's production.
The strength of onshore oil in the Northeast
The resumption of oil exploration in mature fields is changing the economic dynamics of cities in the interior of the Northeast. According to an interview given by José Firmo, CEO of PetroReconcavo, to the portal Axes, the onshore operating model has the potential to transform reality from regions historically far from large industrial hubs. The company, which operates heavily in Bahia and Rio Grande do Norte, already directly impacts more than 15 people, with 93% of its workers being from the region itself.
This scenario reaffirms the strategic role of onshore oil production in decentralizing economic development. Firmo points out that it is not just about generating direct jobs, but also about having a multiplier effect on the local economy, from trade to the provision of services, oil becomes a driver of regional dynamism. The valorization of mature fields therefore appears to be a concrete opportunity to strengthen the interior of Brazil based on existing resources.
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Natural gas gains prominence in the energy transition
An important fact raised by Firmo in the interview is that 43% of PetroReconcavo's production is already made up of natural gas, an input that he considers essential for a more balanced and clean energy matrix. As an example, the executive mentioned a new processing project in Miranga (BA), which will have an investment of US$ 60 million over the next three years. The CEO defends gas as a “necessary bridge” towards the energy transition, especially in a country where the cost of renewables and infrastructure is still challenging in remote regions.
This view is also supported by industry experts, as pointed out by Brazilian Association of Independent Oil and Gas Producers (ABPIP), which reinforces the need to use available fossil resources with environmental responsibility, while investing in sustainable alternatives. Gas, less polluting than crude oil, allows this gradual transition without causing disruptions to the country's energy security.
Oil as a vector for social and environmental development
Another point highlighted by Firmo is the commitment to robust environmental licensing and ongoing dialogue with regulatory bodies. He states that PetroReconcavo adopts practices sustainable operational, with a focus on reducing environmental impact and strengthening community relations. The CEO's experience in cities such as Catu (BA) and Mossoró (RN) reinforces the conviction that oil-driven development can, and should, be accompanied by social responsibility and transparency.
The content of the interview is part of the “Energy that Transforms” project, carried out by the portal Axes in partnership with ABPIP. The initiative aims to highlight how the actions of independent companies are contributing to the progress of cities outside the major centers, where oil and natural gas become instruments of long-term economic and social transformation.
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