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As HPHT wells push equipment to the edge of material limits, operators are turning to advanced thermoplastics and sealed electrical assemblies to maintain system integrity. From ESP insulation to BOP control systems, the right component design can prevent failures, lower intervention costs, and extend equipment life in the harshest offshore environments.
SPE member Silviu Livescu has been chosen to receive the award in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to next-generation, low-enthalpy geothermal energy systems, which are enabling widespread, cost-effective building heating and cooling solutions.
Technology developers expect the tight-oil industry to give lightweight proppants another look after the Permian Basin’s biggest operator becomes an adopter.
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Industry leaders champion collaborative solutions as essential for overcoming fracturing limitations.
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From optimizing drilling performance to enhancing worker safety, computer vision can change how the industry works.
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The energy world is rapidly changing. The pressure to address climate change, ensure reliable energy supplies, and manage costs is greater than ever.
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Located 230 km south of Abu Dhabi, the onshore Shah field produces around 70,000 B/D of crude.
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The agreement aims to accelerate new commercial technologies that address challenges with geothermal development.
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A recent study highlights the major challenges the technology faces as operators consider the pros and cons of using additive manufactured parts in a corrosion-prone environment.
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This selection of cutting-edge articles spotlights how experimental concepts are now driving cost-saving strategies in unconventional development. It’s a reminder that innovation often comes from creative thinking, not just new tools or tech partnerships.
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Geothermal energy in the US has historically been concentrated in the West due to favorable geology, but emerging technologies have expanded the possibilities.
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Virtual reality and related visualization technologies are helping reshape how the industry views 3D data, makes decisions, and trains personnel.
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The institute is tasked with accelerating the deployment and scaling of cost-effective climate technology.