Advances in Unconventional Reservoirs and Enhanced Oil Recovery
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "H: Geo-Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 117
Special Issue Editors
Interests: shale gas and oil; CBM; FEM; nature fracture propagation; CCUS; hydraulic fracturing; in situ stress evaluation in deep reservoirs
Interests: CO2-enhanced shale gas extraction and geological storage (CCUS); the interaction and dynamic geological effects of gas–water multiphase media (microscopic) in shale reservoir; heterogeneous distribution of shale gas reservoir characteristics and geological control mechanism
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Interests: unconventional oil and gas geology; oil region structural analysis
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Background and Aims:
The global energy landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by the need for sustainable and efficient energy solutions. Unconventional reservoirs, such as shale gas and oil, tight oil, and deep coalbed methane (DCBM), have emerged as pivotal sources of hydrocarbons due to their significant reserves and potential to meet growing energy demands. However, extracting these resources requires advanced technologies and innovative approaches.
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques are crucial for maximizing the recovery of hydrocarbons from both conventional and unconventional reservoirs. Technologies like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), hydraulic fracturing for deep reservoirs, and various EOR methods, including CO2-EOR, chemical EOR, thermal EOR, nanotechnology in EOR, and microbial EOR, are at the forefront of this evolution.
This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research and innovative solutions related to unconventional reservoirs and EOR techniques. It will provide a comprehensive platform for discussing the latest advancements, challenges, and future directions in these areas.
Potential Topics for Authors:
CCUS: research on carbon capture, transportation, utilization, and storage technologies that can mitigate the environmental impact of fossil fuel extraction and use.
Unconventional Reservoirs: Studies on shale gas and oil, tight oil, DCBM, and other unconventional resources. Topics may include reservoir characterization, drilling and completion technologies, and production optimization.
Hydraulic Fracturing Technology for Deep Reservoirs: investigations into advanced hydraulic fracturing techniques, including fracture design, fluid selection, and well performance optimization in deep and complex reservoir environments.
Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques: research on various EOR methods, such as the following:
CO2-EOR: studies on the use of carbon dioxide for enhanced oil recovery, including injection strategies, fluid–rock interactions, and environmental considerations.
Chemical EOR: exploration of chemical agents and surfactants that can improve oil mobility and recovery.
Thermal EOR: research on thermal methods, such as steam injection and in situ combustion, for enhancing oil production.
Nanotechnology in EOR: investigations into the application of nanomaterials and nanotechnology for improving oil recovery processes.
Microbial EOR: studies on the use of microorganisms and their metabolites to enhance oil recovery, including bio-augmentation and bio-stimulation techniques.
By bringing together experts from various disciplines, this Special Issue will contribute to the advancement of knowledge and technology in unconventional reservoir development and EOR techniques, ultimately leading to more sustainable and efficient energy solutions.
Call for Papers:
We invite authors to submit their original research papers on the above-mentioned topics. All submissions will undergo rigorous peer review to ensure their scientific quality and relevance to the Special Issue. Please visit the journal's website for more information on submission guidelines and deadlines. We look forward to receiving your contributions to this exciting Special Issue on Advances in Unconventional Reservoirs and Enhanced Oil Recovery.
Dr. Saipeng Huang
Dr. Jun Liu
Dr. Ang Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- CCUS
- unconventional reservoirs
- hydraulic fracturing technology for deep reservoirs
- enhanced oil recovery techniques
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