LINN Energy is an independent oil and gas company focused on the development and acquisition of long life properties which complement its asset profile in producing basins within the United States. LINN Energy began operations in March 2003 and completed its initial public offering (“IPO”) in January 2006. The Company’s properties are currently located in the Mid-Continent and California.

Proved reserves at December 31, 2008 were 1,660 Bcfe, of which approximately 51% were gas, 31% were oil and 18% were natural gas liquids (“NGL”). Approximately 68% were classified as proved developed, with a total standardized measure of discounted future net cash flows of $1.42 billion. At December 31, 2008, the Company operated 4,453, or 66%, of its 6,716 gross productive wells. Average proved reserves-to-production ratio, or average reserve life, is approximately 21 years.