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Bulletin Article

Geomechanical restoration as a tool for fractured reservoir characterization: Application to the Permian Basin, west Texas

We present a three-dimensional (3-D) geomechanical-restoration method as a reservoir characterization tool in the Permian Basin, west Texas. The Oates SW field produces gas from the Lower Devonian Thirtyone Formation within structural traps.

Added on 26 December, 2017

Learn! Blog By Susan Nash

Save the Date! - Playmaker Forum | 26 April 2018 | Marathon Oil Conference Facility | Houston, TX

Innovations Bring Once-dying Shale Plays Back to Life Join us in Houston Texas, on April 26, 2018 to uncover the technologic innovations applied to the Haynesville gas play, that have seen a spike in production due to these advances.

Added on 21 December, 2017

Bulletin Article

Reevaluation of thermal maturity and stages of petroleum formation of the Mississippian Barnett Shale, Fort Worth Basin, Texas

New data including measured reflectance (%Ro), programmed open-system pyrolysis data, and kerogen elemental analyses obtained on the Mississippian Barnett Shale in the Fort Worth Basin, Texas indicate that secondary gas generation starts at 1.5 %Ro and not at the previously prescribed 1.1 %Ro.

Added on 01 December, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Where Will You Take Your Brand?

URTeC is headed to Houston, 23-25 July 2018, at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Take your brand to new heights by aligning with the premier event focused on the latest science and technology applied to exploration and development of unconventional resources.

Added on 17 November, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Don't Wait — Abstract Submissions Close Soon!

Submit your papers today and join us for the sixth edition of the Unconventional Resources Technology Conference. Your insights regarding new and emerging technologies will help to guide the exploration and exploitation of unconventional resources for years to come. Don’t miss the opportunity to take part in the premier science and technology event for teams involved in exploration, appraisal, and development of unconventional resources.

Added on 09 November, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

URTeC Exhibit Space Available

URTeC is headed to Houston, 23-25 July 2018 at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Key exhibit spaces are going fast, reserve your space today before it’s gone. Don't miss the sixth edition of the Unconventional Resources Technology Conference.

Added on 07 November, 2017

Events Blog By Grant Smith

Last Chance to Submit for ACE 2018 Salt Lake City

The Utah Geological Association is proud to host the AAPG 2018 Annual Convention & Exhibition (ACE) at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. With easy access to some of the most extraordinary rocks in the world, Salt Lake City is the ideal location to combine fundamental geology with emerging innovation. Don’t miss your chance to share your knowledge and investigate all Utah has to offer.

Added on 10 October, 2017

Explorer Division Column DPA By Jim Hill

Texas Strong!

With more than 18 percent of the membership based in and around Houston, if we haven’t been directly impacted by the storms ourselves, many of us have friends and colleagues who have been.

Added on 01 October, 2017

Explorer Article By Jack Swickard

Energizing and Educating New Mexico's Future Scientists

Two of New Mexico’s titans of education work in offices far from the state’s major universities. To most observers, they are employed in oil and gas exploration and development. But to people in the know, Bill Owen and past AAPG President Edward K. “Eddie” David are extraordinarily successful, high-dollar fundraisers for college scholarships and educational training.

Added on 01 October, 2017

Bulletin Article

Geochemical interactions of shale and brine in autoclave experiments—Understanding mineral reactions during hydraulic fracturing of Marcellus and Eagle Ford Shales

Geochemical interactions between shale and hydraulic fracturing fluid may affect produced-water chemistry and rock properties. It is important to investigate the rock–water reactions to understand the impacts. Eight autoclave experiments reacting Marcellus and Eagle Ford Shale samples with synthetic brines and a friction reducer were conducted for more than 21 days.

Added on 22 September, 2017

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-07 Completion and Reservoir Engineering in Enhanced Geothermal Systems

In Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), hydraulic stimulation is used to increase the flow rate achievable during circulation between geothermal wells. This course will cover key concepts related to hydraulic fracturing and reservoir engineering in EGS.

Added on 15 March, 2024

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-06 Forecasting Well Production Data in Unconventional Resources

This course provides a comprehensive methodology for the diagnosis, analysis, and forecasting of well production data in unconventional resources.

Added on 29 February, 2024

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Saturday, 15 June – Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-01 Unconventional Reservoir Production (Rate-Transient) Analysis

This two-day course introduces a workflow and reviews methods for performing quantitative rate-transient analysis of fractured vertical and multi-fractured horizontal wells (MFHWs), produced from unconventional (low-permeability) gas and light oil reservoirs, including shales.

Added on 29 February, 2024

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-05 The Strategic Opportunity of Sustainability in the Energy Sector

Added on 29 February, 2024

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-04 Introduction to Field Safety Leadership

Learn how to prepare for, conduct, and document safe and effective field activities involving students (field camps) and/or local inhabitants (Geoscientists without Borders) by following generally accepted health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) practices.

Added on 29 February, 2024

Workshop

Houston, Texas

Tuesday, 21 May – Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Petroleum Reserves and Resources Forum

As the world heads toward what could be a significant shortfall in energy supply relative to demand, it is more important than ever for our industry to help stakeholders understand the contribution of the hydrocarbon sector in balancing that energy equation. To do that, the industry needs individuals who can find, exploit, and appropriately assess reserves and resources. The AAPG DPA – SPE OGRC Petroleum Reserves and Resources Forum will help decision makers better understand the energy resource picture, and help interpreters and investors make more accurate reserve and resource assessments.

Added on 27 February, 2024

Short Course

Houston, Texas

Sunday, 16 June 2024, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

SC-03 Introduction to Geohazards Assessment

This one-day course familiarizes attendees with the issues in the discipline of geohazards assessment. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to identify, select, and interpret the appropriate geohazards data, understand different types of geohazards documents, and engage the full-time geohazards specialist to complete a thorough assessment.

Added on 22 February, 2024