HSE & Sustainability
This paper presents an approach to the identification, selection, and implementation of initiatives for sustainable water management, withdrawal reduction, and water valorization.
This paper presents an experiment investigating dissolution of basaltic primary minerals and conditions favorable for secondary phase formation under deep subsurface storage conditions.
This study aims to investigate the efficacy of chemical additives strontium chloride and barium hydroxide in accelerating CO₂ trapping mechanisms, their effect on dissolution of carbonate-bearing minerals, and resulting poroelastic changes in the host rock.
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As producers and third-party vendors navigate the logistical challenges of water management, the push toward greater reuse of produced water has gained steam. How close is the industry to 100% reuse? -
Millions of workers are exposed to noise in the workplace every day and, when uncontrolled, noise exposure may cause permanent hearing loss. Research demonstrates exposure to certain chemicals, called ototoxicants, may cause hearing loss or balance problems, regardless of noise exposure.
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California cities and counties seeking to hold five of the largest oil companies accountable for their contribution to climate change through a trio of lawsuits will make their case in California state court, a judge ruled.
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The US Environmental Protection Agency recently requested public comments on whether pollutant discharges that reach "waters of the United States" are subject to regulation under the Clean Water Act and require National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits.
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Two recent developments have the potential to significantly affect governmental enforcement actions under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; the Clean Water Act; and the Clean Air Act, among other environmental programs.
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On 1 March 1, the US Environmental Protection Agency's administrator, E. Scott Pruitt, signed a notice seeking public comment on the proposed withdrawal of the control techniques guidelines for the oil and natural gas industry.
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"Human Rights Due Diligence in Conflict-Affected Settings" responds to growing concerns by companies working in fragile areas about possible human rights violations in those contexts.
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Norwegian suppliers Framo, Maritime Partner, Norbit Aptomar, and NorLense have come together to create the Oil Spill Recovery Vessel Group to offer a complete oil-spill-response solution.
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The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement released the panel investigation report on the 11 May 2016 subsea jumper leak on a platform operated by Shell Offshore. The leak from Green Canyon Block 248 occurred on Subsea Well 4, resulting in an estimated release of 1,926 bbl of oil.
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Roland Moreau, SPE's former HSE technical director, talks about the international HSE conference in Abu Dhabi.
