Evolution Petroleum Corporation (NYSE American: EPM) ("Evolution" or the "Company") announced today that it has commenced an underwritten public offering (the "Offering") of shares of its common stock. In connection with the Offering, Evolution intends to grant the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase additional shares of common stock, less the underwriting discount and commissions. The Offering is subject to market and other conditions, and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the Offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the Offering.