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Explorer Division Column DEG By Timothy Murin

Now that my term is two-thirds over, it seems an appropriate time for a brief summary of the current state of the Division: what it has accomplished and what accomplishments are planned for the next four months.

Added on 01 March, 2017

Explorer Emphasis Article By Emily Llinás

Discovery Thinking: Strategies for the Next Decade

Deep water and tight rocks. These terms define most new discovery trends taking place across the globe today, according to Bob Fryklund, chief strategist for upstream at IHS Markit.

Added on 01 March, 2017

Explorer Article By Angela Evans

Crusading Against Pseudo-science

The Grand Canyon is often “Exhibit A” in the case made by Young Earth Creationists, but AAPG Member Ken Wolgemuth, among others, begs to differ.

Added on 01 March, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Can't Make it to ACE? Get Your Brand Noticed With 2017 Sponsorships!

Secure your sponsorships now for ACE 2017 and choose the mix of items, events and activities that align with the specific marketing goals of your business.

Added on 23 February, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Fuel Your Future by Exhibiting and Sponsoring ACE 2018

ACE 2018 marks the 101st year of AAPG. See how your brand benefits from exhibiting and/or sponsoring ACE Salt Lake City.

Added on 10 January, 2017

Explorer Emphasis Article By Ken Milam

Monumental Wolfcamp Assessment First of Many

One of the most productive regions in the petroleum world for almost a century, the Permian Basin is far from tapped out, according to a new U.S. Geological Survey assessment.

Added on 01 January, 2017

Events Blog By Stephanie Brown

AAPG Training Opportunity - Introduction to Petroleum Economics

Update and expand your ability to analyze the economics of projects or existing production. This short courses offers you the opportunity to better understand the principles of petroleum economics; including the value of money, quantifying financial risks in petroleum investments, rates of return, forecasting cash flows and the fundamentals of capital budgeting.

Added on 28 December, 2016

Bulletin Article

Piceance Basin Mesaverde anomalous self-potential response: Identification of capillary seals in a basin-centered gas accumulation

Wells in the Piceance Basin show anomalous large-magnitude (up to 200 millivolts), large-interval (greater than 2000 ft (610 m)) self-potential (SP) log responses in the Mesaverde gas producing interval that can be best explained by electrokinetic potential resulting from water flow towards producing Mesaverde wells.

Added on 26 December, 2016

Explorer Division Column DEG By Timothy Murin

A Tale of Four Cities

From mid-September through mid-October, I had the unique opportunity to represent the Division of Environmental Geosciences at four events, and want to share some of the highlights with you.

Added on 01 December, 2016

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Custom Centennial Sponsorship Packages Available for ACE 2017

Be a Part of History and Celebrate AAPG's 100th Anniversary with a Centennial Sponsorship Package!

Added on 01 December, 2016

Workshop

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Tuesday, 18 February – Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

AAPG Orphan, Abandoned, Idle, and Marginal Wells Conference

Join us for AAPG Orphan, Abandoned, Idle and Marginal Wells Conference 2025. This workshop will focus on orphan, abandoned, idle, and marginal wells and the business opportunities and technology associated with plugging and repurposing wells, reducing methane emissions, protecting water supplies, and extending the lives of marginal wells.

Added on 16 October, 2024

Workshop

Houston, Texas

Tuesday, 10 December 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Generative AI, Machine Learning and Analytics for Subsurface Energy

Join us for an AI and analytics workshop that focuses specifically on subsurface energy, and provides the needed knowledge, tools, and insights. Opportunities are emerging, and those who have the tools, skills, and knowledge will be at the forefront. Specifically, the conference will bring together AI and Machine Learning and a wide range of data issues in the form of technical presentations, probing panel discussions and poster sessions.

Added on 05 September, 2024

Field Seminar

Houston, Texas

Saturday, 1 February 2025, 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Buffalo Bayou K-12 Educators Hurricane Hike

Everyone in Houston lives within a few miles of a bayou. Some people think of them as permanent, but the bayous are constantly changing, especially during high water events like Hurricane Harvey. This trip is a 2.5 mile walk down a section of Buffalo Bayou where we will look at the archives of past storms and discuss what to do for future storms.

Added on 05 December, 2023

Short Course

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Thursday, 20 February 2025, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Methane Monitoring Associated with Well Plugging & Abandonment for Active, Marginal, Idle, and Orphan Wells

This introduction to methane monitoring, measurement, and quantification is for all those who would like to understand the requirements and regulations regarding methane emissions and to be able to design a measurement and monitoring solution, complete with the appropriate types of technologies, techniques, and safety protocols.

Added on 05 December, 2023

Clayton Schultz President (2024-2025) SM Energy

Alonzo Riley Brinkerhoff Past President (2024-2025) Duchesne River Resources 14068391375

The House of Delegates of the AAPG is made up of delegates from affiliated societies and international regions throughout the world. They are selected by popular vote from within their respective areas and serve a three year term.

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NOTE: Membership in an affiliated society does not necessarily constitute membership in the AAPG and vice versa.

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