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Explorer Historical Highlights By J. Michael Party

Permian: A Basin Full of Stories

Even from the beginning, the discovery well gave a hint that the Permian Basin was going to be a major oil province. That well was the Santa Rita #1 – Santa Rita, the patron Saint of the Impossible.

Added on 01 May, 2012

Explorer Policy Watch By Aaron Rodriguez

Geology a Factor in Fracturing Regs

Geology’s role in unconventional natural gas production (via hydraulic fracturing and directional drilling) often is overlooked by the public, but it is a key factor in ensuring that natural gas production is efficient, economic and environmentally responsible.

Added on 01 May, 2012

Explorer Article

URTeC 2013: Major Joint Venture Launched

Announcing URTeC: Three of the world’s leading oil and gas professional societies in 2013 will launch the first technology conference with a focus on unconventional resources in Denver.

Added on 01 May, 2012

Explorer Article By Louise Durham

'Blended Plays,' Technology Awakened Permian

The golden oldie: Operators’ eyes tend to light up when talking about the Permian Basin, with good reason – the venerable play is not only still going strong, it keeps providing exciting new chapters to its history.

Added on 01 May, 2012

Explorer Director’s Corner By David Curtiss

On With the Show, This is IT!

The Grammys and the Academy Awards all have been given, and now it’s our turn on the red carpet.

Added on 01 April, 2012

Explorer Article By Louise Durham

Technology Solves California Challenge

Coexist – often easier said than done, especially when the exploration industry is attempting to work in highly populated or environmentally sensitive areas. So how does it work in California?

Added on 01 April, 2012

Explorer Emphasis Article By Louise Durham

Data Integration Gives Complete Picture

A team player: 3-D seismic technology is more than just a stand-alone tool – its true value shines when it is combined with other well data.

Added on 01 March, 2012

Explorer Article By Christopher Stone

Ireland Outcrops Still Yield Deep Secrets

The world’s best classroom? The beautiful and dramatic outcrops that dominate the western Ireland’s Clare and Kerry counties have provided enormous value as analogs to thousands of geoscientists – and new lessons are still being learned there.

Added on 01 March, 2012