Hydrocarbon extraction

Hydrocarbon extraction

Hydrocarbon extraction involves the process of retrieving petroleum or natural gas from underground reservoirs. Geologists play a crucial role in this process by identifying suitable geological formations where hydrocarbons are trapped, such as porous rocks like sandstone or fractured shale. Earth scientists use various methods, including seismic surveys and well logging, to locate and assess these reservoirs. Extraction techniques can vary from conventional drilling to advanced methods like hydraulic fracturing (fracking) and horizontal drilling, depending on the geological characteristics of the deposit. Environmental impacts and sustainable practices are increasingly emphasized in modern hydrocarbon extraction, addressing concerns about resource depletion and ecological consequences.

Committee Members
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Myint Win Bo

Myint Win Bo

Toronto Metropolitan University , Canada
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 -  Leonid Anisimov

Leonid Anisimov

Volgograd State University, Russian Federation
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Shozo Yanagida

Shozo Yanagida

Osaka University, Japan
Geology 2023 Speakers
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Martina Gaglioti

Martina Gaglioti

LIPU, Italy
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Maria Vicenta Esteller Alberich

Maria Vicenta Esteller Alberich

Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México, Mexico
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Oscar Andres Cuanalo Campos

Oscar Andres Cuanalo Campos

Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla, Mexico
Speaker at Geology and Earth Science 2023 - Arun K Shandilya

Arun K Shandilya

Dr HSG University Sagar, India
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