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The authors of this paper aim to identify the effect of various geologic controls on hydrocarbon maturation in the Delaware Basin by restoring regional cross sections and performing simulations of organic-matter maturity.

This work applies an appropriate transient-test theory to demonstrate the applicability of each diagnostic plot along with clearly defining the characteristic features that allow each plot to be considered “diagnostic.”

SPE technical papers synopsized in each monthly issue of JPT are available for free download for SPE members for 2 months. These January and February papers are available now.

The authors of this paper discuss a global rate-of-penetration machine-learning model with the potential to eliminate learning curves and reduce time and costs associated with developing a new model for every field.

At the center of a rush to build carbon storage is the state of Louisiana, where the number of applications to build long-term storage is equal to half the sites operating globally.

The recent Permian Basin earthquakes in Texas are keeping producers, regulators, and service providers busy in their quest to reduce the intensity and frequency of the induced seismic events.

The authors of this paper describe a project that demonstrated the feasibility of using deep-learning and machine-learning approaches to introduce camera-based solids monitoring to the drilling industry.

Fossil fuel importers could move more quickly to renewables as a domestic alternative to buffer the impact of energy supply disruptions and rising prices.

Early commitment to new energy projects can jeopardize their chances of success. Understanding and mitigating the risk of these projects is key to their success.

Creating and cultivating a safety culture is one of the most effective ways to protect employees and ensure a safe workplace. But building a safety culture can be difficult. It takes time, effort, and commitment from everyone in the organization.

A town in the oil industry’s shadow grapples with health fears as the state fails to limit companies’ use of fresh water.

A new 1.0 Bcf/D facility in Baytown, Texas, is expected online no later than 2028.