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More Than Energy: Coal As A Mineral Resource, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
More Than Energy: Coal As A Mineral Resource, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Brochure on Carbon Ore, Rare Earth, and Critical Minerals (CORE-CM) Initiative, an Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) project. Explores the benefits of utilizing lignite coal from the Williston Basin.
Bpop Prospectus, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Bpop Prospectus, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Prospectus for Bakken Production Optimization Program (BPOP) 4.0.
Data-Driven Analysis For Causality Of Parent–Child Interactions In The Bakken, Kyoung Min, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Xue Yu, Nicholas A. Azzolina, Darren D. Schmidt, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen
Data-Driven Analysis For Causality Of Parent–Child Interactions In The Bakken, Kyoung Min, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Xue Yu, Nicholas A. Azzolina, Darren D. Schmidt, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen
EERC Publications
This study 1) evaluates the effect of parent–child interaction on productivity by assessing depletion effects and the impact of different completion designs and 2) investigates how refracturing strategies affect parent–child interactions.
Developing A High-Efficiency Method For Field-Scale Simulation Of A Tight And Naturally Fractured Reservoir In The Williston Basin, Xincheng Wan, Lu Jin, Tao (Todd) Jiang, James A. Sorensen, Chenyu Wu, Ahmed Merzoug
Developing A High-Efficiency Method For Field-Scale Simulation Of A Tight And Naturally Fractured Reservoir In The Williston Basin, Xincheng Wan, Lu Jin, Tao (Todd) Jiang, James A. Sorensen, Chenyu Wu, Ahmed Merzoug
EERC Publications
A novel FDO (fracture and DRV optimization) workflow was proposed in this study to better reproduce the production and water injection history of a tight reservoir with natural fractures in the Williston Basin. Compared to most of the published work in this area, the FDO workflow can significantly improve the simulation efficiency for field-scale simulation models considering the presence of a complex natural fracture network.
Laboratory Simulations Of H2s Generation In The Bakken Petroleum System, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Bethany A. Kurz, Timothy O. Nesheim, David J. Miller, Carol B. Grabanski, Saptashati Biswas, Marc D. Kurz, Nicholas A. Azzolina, James A. Sorensen
Laboratory Simulations Of H2s Generation In The Bakken Petroleum System, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Bethany A. Kurz, Timothy O. Nesheim, David J. Miller, Carol B. Grabanski, Saptashati Biswas, Marc D. Kurz, Nicholas A. Azzolina, James A. Sorensen
EERC Publications
This work focuses on quantifying the H2S generation potential of the Madison Group and Bakken Formation source rocks during the maturation process.
Carbon Capture, Utilization, And Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Carbon Capture, Utilization, And Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and the Energy & Environmental Research Center’s (EERC’s) CCUS capabilities. Includes information on the Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership initiative, Brine Extraction and Storage Test (BEST), Carbon Storage Assurance Facility Enterprise (CarbonSAFE), Red Trail Energy Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), a feed study at Coal Creek Station, Bell Creek and Cedar Creek anticline projects, and Partnership for CO2 Capture (PCO2C).
Carbon Capture, Utilization, And Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Carbon Capture, Utilization, And Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) and the Energy & Environmental Research Center’s (EERC’s) CCUS capabilities. Includes information on the Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership initiative, Brine Extraction and Storage Test (BEST), Carbon Storage Assurance Facility Enterprise (CarbonSAFE), Red Trail Energy Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), a feed study at Coal Creek Station, Bell Creek and Cedar Creek anticline projects, and Partnership for CO2 Capture (PCO2C).
Refracturing In The Bakken – An Analysis Of Data From Across North Dakota, Chantsalmaa Dalkhaa, Nicholas A. Azzolina, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju
Refracturing In The Bakken – An Analysis Of Data From Across North Dakota, Chantsalmaa Dalkhaa, Nicholas A. Azzolina, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju
EERC Publications
This presentation will summarize work conducted by the Energy & Environmental Research Center, in close coordination with the state of North Dakota and several Williston Basin oil and gas operating companies through a research program called the Bakken Production and Optimization Program (BPOP), and will cover 1) a review of the wells that have been refractured in the North Dakota portion of the Bakken petroleum system (BPS), 2) an evaluation of production performance of the refractured wells, 3) an assessment of refracturing economics, and 4) an assessment of the potential economic impact of a broad refracturing program applied throughout the …
Investigation Of Produced Gas Injection In The Bakken For Enhanced Oil Recovery Considering Well Interference, Lu Jin, Bethany A. Kurz, Mojtaba Ardali, Xincheng Wan, Jin Zhao, Jun He, Steven B. Hawthorne, Aldjia Boualam Djezzar, Yang Yu, Donald Morris
Investigation Of Produced Gas Injection In The Bakken For Enhanced Oil Recovery Considering Well Interference, Lu Jin, Bethany A. Kurz, Mojtaba Ardali, Xincheng Wan, Jin Zhao, Jun He, Steven B. Hawthorne, Aldjia Boualam Djezzar, Yang Yu, Donald Morris
EERC Publications
To better evaluate the feasibility of applying produced gas injection for EOR in the BPS (Bakken petroleum system) under realistic constraints, a series of field data analyses, modeling/simulations, and experimental activities were performed in this study to fulfill the following two objectives: 1. Design a pilot test to evaluate the technical feasibility of increasing oil production through EOR from the Bakken pool utilizing produced gas while accounting for well interference effects. 2. Investigate a variety of HnP strategies to improve gas injection and oil production performance, as well as maximize achievable EOR benefits with a limited volume of gas that …
Experimental Evaluation Of Enhanced Tight Oil Recovery Performance By Microbubble Co2 And Microbubble Rich Gas In North Dakota Plays, Yang Yu, Christopher J. Beddoe, Xiqiu Xue, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, John A. Hamling, Steven A. Smith, Bethany A. Kurz
Experimental Evaluation Of Enhanced Tight Oil Recovery Performance By Microbubble Co2 And Microbubble Rich Gas In North Dakota Plays, Yang Yu, Christopher J. Beddoe, Xiqiu Xue, Alexander V. Chakhmakhchev, John A. Hamling, Steven A. Smith, Bethany A. Kurz
EERC Publications
This study effort was undertaken to 1) provide a first-of-a-kind evaluation of a microbubble CO2 enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technique for application in tight unconventional plays, 2) compare the performance of microbubble CO2 injection with continuous-phase CO2 injection for Red River EOR applications in North Dakota, and 3) investigate the effectiveness and feasibility of microbubble EOR by using a rich gas mixture in low-permeability formations to assess microbubble rich gas EOR performance relative to microbubble CO2 EOR performance.
Rare-Earth Elements, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Rare-Earth Elements, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about the importance of rare-earth elements, how they are utilized, their supply risk, and information about the lignite industry.
Completion Design Evolution For Saltwater Disposal Injection Wells In The Bakken Play, Darren D. Schmidt, Jeffrey W. Bader, Ashleigh Day, Mark Bohrer
Completion Design Evolution For Saltwater Disposal Injection Wells In The Bakken Play, Darren D. Schmidt, Jeffrey W. Bader, Ashleigh Day, Mark Bohrer
EERC Publications
Disposal of produced water is a critical component of unconventional oil development. The significant increase in Bakken production over the past decade in concert with the expansion of saltwater disposal wells geographically, places new demands on the storage reservoir. Development has spurred investigations of the reservoir and well performance.
Rare-Earth Elements, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Rare-Earth Elements, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Introduces the importance of rare-earth elements and how they are used, the supply risk involved, research projects, and information about the lignite industry.
Bakken Flares And Satellite Images, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center, Xiaodong Zhang
Bakken Flares And Satellite Images, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center, Xiaodong Zhang
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet refuting a magazine article about Bakken gas flares and satellite images. Includes research into gas flares and satellite images by the University of North Dakota and the Energy & Environmental Research Center.
Unconventional Rock Requires Unconventional Analysis: Methods For Characterization, Shane K. Butler, Alexander Azenkeng, Blaise A.F. Mibeck, Bethany A. Kurz, Kurt E. Eylands
Unconventional Rock Requires Unconventional Analysis: Methods For Characterization, Shane K. Butler, Alexander Azenkeng, Blaise A.F. Mibeck, Bethany A. Kurz, Kurt E. Eylands
EERC Publications
Advanced image analysis techniques were applied to better understand and quantify factors that could affect CO2 storage in the Bakken Formation, with an ultimate goal of improved method development to estimate CO2 storage potential of unconventional reservoirs.
Laboratory Studies Of Rich Gas Interactions With Bakken Crude Oil To Support Enhanced Oil Recovery, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, David J. Miller, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju, Gordon Pospisil
Laboratory Studies Of Rich Gas Interactions With Bakken Crude Oil To Support Enhanced Oil Recovery, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, David J. Miller, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju, Gordon Pospisil
EERC Publications
Lab studies are being conducted to determine the effect of different rich gases on their potential to enhance Bakken crude oil recovery. These include measuring the MMP of Bakken crude oil with different candidate gas injectants and measuring the hydrocarbon composition in the “miscible” phase generated by crude oil/injectant exposures.
Laboratory Investigation Of Co2 Injectivity And Adsorption Potential Within The Bakken Formation, Steven A. Smith, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Christopher J. Beddoe, Blaise A.F. Mibeck, Alexander Azenkeng, Steven B. Hawthorne, Charles D. Gorecki
Laboratory Investigation Of Co2 Injectivity And Adsorption Potential Within The Bakken Formation, Steven A. Smith, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Christopher J. Beddoe, Blaise A.F. Mibeck, Alexander Azenkeng, Steven B. Hawthorne, Charles D. Gorecki
EERC Publications
To assess CO2 injectivity and storage potential within the organic-rich shales and middle member of the Bakken Formation, a series of laboratory tests were performed.
North Dakota's Energy Future!, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
North Dakota's Energy Future!, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
The Energy & Environmental Research Center’s (EERC’s) goals with North Dakota’s natural resources and energy production for the future. Includes information on resource sustainability, improving pipeline leaks, creating safe carbon capture methods and the EERC’s involvement with outreach and education with the University of North Dakota.
Multiscale Modeling To Evaluate The Mechanisms Controlling Co2-Based Enhanced Oil Recovery And Co2 Storage In The Bakken Formation, José A. Torres, Lu Jin, Nicholas W. Bosshart, Lawrence J. Pekot, James A. Sorensen, Kyle J. Peterson, Parker W. Anderson, Steven B. Hawthorne
Multiscale Modeling To Evaluate The Mechanisms Controlling Co2-Based Enhanced Oil Recovery And Co2 Storage In The Bakken Formation, José A. Torres, Lu Jin, Nicholas W. Bosshart, Lawrence J. Pekot, James A. Sorensen, Kyle J. Peterson, Parker W. Anderson, Steven B. Hawthorne
EERC Publications
This work presents the main findings of a research project conducted to integrate well logs and advanced laboratory- based data from Bakken core samples into geocellular and simulation models at multiple scales. The objective of this effort was to improve the accuracy of modeling approaches for predicting potential incremental oil production through carbon dioxide (CO2)-based enhanced oil recovery (EOR) in unconventional tight oil reservoirs and to evaluate the ability of organic-rich shales to store CO2 and, possibly, produce incremental oil.
The Influence Organics On Supercritical Co2 Migration In Organic-Rich Shales, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Steven B. Hawthorne, Steven A. Smith, Hamed Sanei, Omid Ardakani, Joel Walls, Lu Jin, Shane K. Butler, Christopher J. Beddoe, Blaise A.F. Mibeck
The Influence Organics On Supercritical Co2 Migration In Organic-Rich Shales, Bethany A. Kurz, James A. Sorensen, Steven B. Hawthorne, Steven A. Smith, Hamed Sanei, Omid Ardakani, Joel Walls, Lu Jin, Shane K. Butler, Christopher J. Beddoe, Blaise A.F. Mibeck
EERC Publications
This work describes a series of laboratory-based tests to evaluate the efficacy of CO2 for EOR and to better understand the controlling mechanisms of CO2 permeation in Bakken rock samples.
Field Test Of Co2 Injection In A Vertical Middle Bakken Well To Evaluate The Potential For Enhanced Oil Recovery And Co2 Storage, James A. Sorensen, Lawrence J. Pekot, José A. Torres, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, Steven A. Smith, Lonny L. Jacobson, Thomas E. Doll
Field Test Of Co2 Injection In A Vertical Middle Bakken Well To Evaluate The Potential For Enhanced Oil Recovery And Co2 Storage, James A. Sorensen, Lawrence J. Pekot, José A. Torres, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, Steven A. Smith, Lonny L. Jacobson, Thomas E. Doll
EERC Publications
In 2017, an injection test was conducted in a vertical well completed in the Middle Member of the Bakken Formation. The objectives of the field test were to quantitatively determine the injectivity of an unstimulated Bakken reservoir and the ability of injected CO2 to mobilize oil.
Energizing North Dakota's Future, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Energizing North Dakota's Future, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about the Energy & Environmental Research Center’s (EERC’s) 2018 goals for North Dakota’s natural resources and energy production. Goals include resource sustainability, eliminating pipeline leaks, and education.
Bell Creek Project – Enhanced Oil Recovery Resulting In Associated Co2 Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Bell Creek Project – Enhanced Oil Recovery Resulting In Associated Co2 Storage, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about the Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership research into associated CO2 storage incidental to a commercial enhanced oil recovery (EOR) operation. The project also seeks to develop cost-effective monitoring, verification, and accounting (MVA) techniques to monitor EOR and associated CO2 storage.
North Dakota Carbonsafe - A Feasibility Study, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
North Dakota Carbonsafe - A Feasibility Study, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about the Carbon Storage Assurance Facility Enterprise (CarbonSAFE) project, which offers clean, safe, and affordable energy throughout North Dakota. Includes information on carbon capture, including geological storage, and the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) involvement.
Extraction Of Oil From The Bakken Shales With Supercritical Co2, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Steven A. Smith, Loreal V. Heebink, Nicholas W. Bosshart, José A. Torres, Chantsalmaa Dalkhaa, Charles D. Gorecki, Edward N. Steadman, John A. Harju
Extraction Of Oil From The Bakken Shales With Supercritical Co2, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Steven A. Smith, Loreal V. Heebink, Nicholas W. Bosshart, José A. Torres, Chantsalmaa Dalkhaa, Charles D. Gorecki, Edward N. Steadman, John A. Harju
EERC Publications
Results from 20 samples showed that supercritical CO2 enables extraction of a considerable portion (15%–65%) of the hydrocarbons from the Bakken shales within 24 hours. The results may be used to improve modeling and forecasting the effects of CO2 enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and suggest the possibility for increasing ultimate recovery, and possibly CO2 storage, in some areas of the Bakken Formation.
Co2 Sequestration Test In A Deep, Unminable Lignite Seam, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Co2 Sequestration Test In A Deep, Unminable Lignite Seam, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet describing results of a Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership-implemented test to determine the possibility of storing CO2 in unminable lignite seams. Discusses testing procedure and purpose, and summarizes key results.
What Is The Pcor Partnership?, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
What Is The Pcor Partnership?, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet describing the role of the Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership, led by the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) and operating under the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) Regional Carbon Sequestration Partnership (RCSP) Program. Describes the three phases of the RCSP Program initiative and highlights PCOR Partnership accomplishments.
Fort Nelson Ccs Feasibility Project, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
Fort Nelson Ccs Feasibility Project, University Of North Dakota. Energy And Environmental Research Center
EERC Brochures and Fact Sheets
Fact sheet about a 2009–2012 Plains CO2 Reduction (PCOR) Partnership collaboration with Spectra Energy Transmission (Spectra) to determine whether a commercial-scale geology storage project near the Fort Nelson Gas Plant would be feasible. Describes the project, its goals, and the key results.
A Systematic Investigation Of Gas-Based Improved Oil Recovery Technologies For The Bakken Tight Oil Formation, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Lawrence J. Pekot, Steven A. Smith, Nicholas W. Bosshart, Alexander Azenkeng, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju
A Systematic Investigation Of Gas-Based Improved Oil Recovery Technologies For The Bakken Tight Oil Formation, Lu Jin, Steven B. Hawthorne, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Lawrence J. Pekot, Steven A. Smith, Nicholas W. Bosshart, Alexander Azenkeng, Charles D. Gorecki, John A. Harju
EERC Publications
In this work, we systematically studied the feasibility of various EOR options for the Bakken Formation based on detailed reservoir/rock characterization, fluid analysis, and gas extraction investigation.
The Use Of Advanced Analytical Techniques To Characterize Micro- And Nanoscale Pores And Fractures In The Bakken, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Steven A. Smith, Joel Walls, Michael Foster, Bob Aylsworth
The Use Of Advanced Analytical Techniques To Characterize Micro- And Nanoscale Pores And Fractures In The Bakken, James A. Sorensen, Bethany A. Kurz, Steven A. Smith, Joel Walls, Michael Foster, Bob Aylsworth
EERC Publications
Results provide previously unavailable insight on nanoscale fracture apertures, intensity and orientation; pore throat mineralogy and connectivity; rock matrix characteristics, mineralogy, and organic content; and calculated absolute permeability in the vertical and horizontal direction. These results are being integrated into laboratory and modeling research activities to determine the fundamental mechanisms controlling fluid transport in the Bakken, which will support EOR scheme design and estimation of CO2 storage potential in tight oil formations.