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Chesapeake Energy

Founded by : Aubrey McClendon & Tom L. Ward, 1 January 1989

Oklahoma County, United States
More than 250 employees

About the Company

Chesapeake Energy Corp is an American natural gas and petroleum company founded in 1989 by Aubrey McClendon and Tom L. Ward. It is headquartered in Oklahoma City and operates in various regions across the United States. The company is known for its unconventional drilling methods, including hydraulic fracturing, and has been a major player in the shale gas boom. Despite being a leading producer of natural gas, Chesapeake Energy has struggled financially in recent years due to falling energy prices and high debt levels. In 2020, the company filed for bankruptcy and emerged with a new CEO and board of directors.

Industry Type

According to the GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) version of March 2023, Chesapeake Energy’s industry classification falls within the following categories:
  • Sector: Energy
  • Industry group: Energy
  • Industry: Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels
  • Sub-Industry: Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing
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Company Address

6100 North Western Avenue Oklahoma City, OK 73118 United States

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