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Explorer Division Column DPA By Rick Fritz

During my term as DPA president this year our theme will be “Culture of Greatness.” This may sound arrogant, but I think it is important to recognize and promote the culture of professionalism and discovery that has provided cheap energy for mankind for more than 100 years.

Added on 01 July, 2014

Explorer Article

New Addition Set for ICE

ICE 2014 marks the first time an AAPG international conference will be held in Istanbul – but that’s not the only new dynamic being offered. This meeting also marks the first time the APPEX Regional meeting will be held in conjunction with an ICE.

Added on 01 July, 2014

Explorer Emphasis Article By David Brown

Global Spotlight Shines On Emerging Shale Plays

This year, URTeC has added an enhanced preview of “Coming Attractions.” In addition to looking at established plays, URTeC will provide significant information about emerging unconventional resource possibilities in North America and around the world.

Added on 01 July, 2014

Explorer Regions and Sections By Jorge Navarro

Celebrating Ayoluengo

The Ayoluengo field, commonly cited as Spain’s only onshore oil field, was discovered in June 1964. Today, 50 years later, the field is still active, with an average production of some 100 barrels oil per day and a total cumulated oil production of nearly 17 million barrels of oil.

Added on 01 June, 2014

Explorer Policy Watch By Edith Allison

To Export, or Not to Export—That IS the Question

Some members of Congress are again proposing rules to accelerate the federal approval process for natural gas export facilities, although any benefits would be years in the future.

Added on 01 June, 2014

Explorer Article

Technical Program Set, Registration Opens for ICE

The technical program has been finalized and registration is open for this year’s AAPG International Conference and Exhibition (ICE), set Sept. 14-17 in Istanbul, Turkey.

Added on 01 June, 2014

Explorer Making a Difference By Heather Saucier

Providing the World With More Than Energy

Committed to going the extra mile to improve lives and communicate to an often skeptical public, Houston-based Noble Energy has experienced an outpouring of gratitude from the communities in which they operate.

Added on 01 May, 2014

Explorer Emphasis Article By Louise Durham

Ireland Pushes Underexplored Hydrocarbon Resources

If you’re looking for a promising frontier area to implement your exploration skills, head to Ireland. The country’s Atlantic Basins are an under-explored frontier petroleum province with proven working hydrocarbon systems.

Added on 01 May, 2014

Explorer Emphasis Article By Brian Ervin

Croatia Courts Foreign Offshore Investment

The Croatian Hydrocarbons Agency used AAPG’s Annual Convention and Exhibition (ACE) in Houston last month as an opportunity to formally announce that the country’s first offshore license round opened April 2 of this year.

Added on 01 May, 2014

Explorer Emphasis Article By Heather Saucier

Mom and Pop E&P Makes Unlikely Success

Size Matters: Rockhopper Exploration takes a “mom and pop” small business approach to getting big hauls from offshore Falkland Islands.

Added on 01 May, 2014

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