Explorer Division Column EMD
By Brian Cardott
Gas shales have advanced to an economic gas play since the year 2000 thanks to a combination of high gas prices, shale reservoir characterization and advances in drilling and completion technology.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 November, 2008
Explorer Article
By David Brown
Strong demand from both old and new unconventional plays is having a huge impact on drilling technology – and on rig availability as well.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 November, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By David Brown
And now, the rest of the story: Production from some big-name field developments in the Gulf of Mexico is finally about to begin.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 September, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By Louise Durham
Success stories may abound, but a lot of innovative thought already has been required for the complex Woodford Shale play in Oklahoma’s Arkoma Basin.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 August, 2008
Explorer Article
By Louise Durham
A team effort: A special research consortium has been formed to better understand the geology and potential of the Bakken Shale.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 August, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By Louise Durham
A brand new day: Louisiana's new Haynesville Shale play is being touted as the harbinger of what may open an untapped region to prolific gas production.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 July, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By David Brown
What makes the Woodford shale play work? Hundreds of wells are about to be drilled to determine if the play is a bust or the next Barnett.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 July, 2008
Explorer Article
By Barry Friedman
Repulsion without a cause? A special forum at the AAPG International Conference and Exhibition in Cape Town will look at the possible reasons for the tragic Lusi mud volcano.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 July, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By Louise Durham
What’s good for the Gulf is good for the mountains, too: 3-D seismic acquisition is proving its value in the rugged Rocky Mountains.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 June, 2008
Explorer Emphasis Article
By Louise Durham
Unexpected treasures: The Bakken shale in Montana and North Dakota may one day be the Big Daddy of all shale plays.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Added on 01 June, 2008