Laredo Petroleum is an American oil and gas exploration and production company. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Laredo Petroleum's operations are focused on the Permian Basin in West Texas and Southeastern New Mexico. The company's primary products are crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Laredo Petroleum is committed to responsible energy development and has implemented a number of environmental and safety initiatives to minimize its impact on the environment and local communities.