We are starting a new pitfall series where we will be discussing the common difficulties, hazards and drawbacks that can occur during project lifecycles and exploring how to successfully navigate them. In the first article, our reservoir engineer Ben Adillah, takes a look at navigating reservoir model initiation challenges.
Value optimisation is an essential driver of any industry. Merlin offers red flag reports which clearly communicate risks and uncertainties identified against key project metrics.
This series has run over 7 previous articles and has focussed on the key technical distinctions between carbon dioxide storage projects and traditional hydrocarbon production. Read our latest blog, the last in the set, to recap what we have discussed and learn what Merlin has to offer.
Modelling CO2 storage sites presents unique challenges compared to traditional reservoir simulations due to the different timescales the models need to operate over. Read our latest article to learn more.
In this latest blog post, we delve into the role of geomechanics which describes how fluids influence rock behaviour. Continue reading to learn more.
Ensuring the integrity of the caprock is paramount for the long-term viability of a Carbon Dioxide storage site. Continue reading to learn more about the challenges of caprock evaluation.
Understanding flow physics is important in modelling the movement of CO₂ underground. Continue reading to learn more about these modelling techniques, focusing on invasion percolation.
The fluid dynamics of CO₂ differ significantly from those of hydrocarbons due to variations in density, viscosity, and phase behaviour. A nuanced understanding of CO₂ flow physics is imperative for effective modelling and prediction. Continue reading our latest blog to find out more.
Understanding the properties of supercritical CO₂ is pivotal for accurate subsurface modelling. Read our latest blog post to learn more about this unfamiliar phase.
In the world of subsurface engineering, the quest for maximum production efficiency is a shared endeavour between geoscientists and reservoir engineers (plus others in the petroleum engineering realm). This final blog of the series explores the strategies that enhance subsurface understanding, enabling optimisation of oilfield production through the combined expertise of the subsurface workforce.
This blog uncovers how reservoir engineering analysis drives adaptations to geoscientific models, showcasing real-world examples of the interplay between engineering and geoscientific insights.
In the dynamic world of subsurface engineering, the synergy between geoscientists and reservoir engineers is nothing short of transformative. Following on from the first blog in the series, this second blog delves into how geoscientific insights serve as the driving force behind reservoir engineering decisions, ultimately maximising the potential of energy reserves.