As the energy transition picks up speed, operators are looking to infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) from both a risk management and decarbonization perspective. What is ILX? It’s an approach that focuses exploration on regions that are already geologically understood or close to existing infrastructure—also known as “near-field exploration.” It’s a compelling option given its lower capex, shorter payback periods, and lower CO₂ emissions. The challenge is that ILX projects are usually developed with very few appraisal wells, so reservoirs must be understood in real time with the tool inside. This is where the latest and greatest in digital tech come in. Given their proximity and more marginal discoveries, ILX projects require some of the best digital tech to turn exploration measurements into metrics that ultimately accelerate development decisions. The right combination of these can not only reduce cycle time but also improve development economics overall. How? 🔵 Automated answers From the processing of petrophysical logs to the interpretation and classification of borehole images, AI-based algorithms are alleviating some of the workload, so experts can focus on more critical tasks. 🔵 Novel modeling techniques New algorithms such as the Meshless Smart Structure, along with next-gen 3D analogue search and surrogate models, allow us to build multiscenario environments that can even tell us which specific well measurements reduce uncertainty. 🔵 Cloud-based platforms Nothing says rapid decision making like connecting geoscientists and reservoir engineers with data flowing from the wellsite directly. Access and insights are both possible in real time now. Learn more about how advanced digital workflows can accelerate the exploration process from reservoir performance experts Li Dan, Marie LeFranc, and Morten Kristensen: https://lnkd.in/gSFwPYnj
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1moThis is an insightful overview of the advantages of infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) in the context of the accelerating energy transition. ILX's focus on regions with existing infrastructure is indeed a smart approach, balancing risk management and decarbonization goals effectively. The lower capex, shorter payback periods, and reduced CO2 emissions make ILX an attractive option for operators. The integration of advanced digital technologies is particularly fascinating. Automated algorithms that process petrophysical logs and interpret borehole images are streamlining workloads, allowing experts to concentrate on critical tasks. Novel modeling techniques, such as the Meshless Smart Structure and next-gen 3D analogue search, provide valuable insights by building multiscenario environments to reduce uncertainty. Moreover, cloud-based platforms that enable real-time data flow between wellsite and geoscientists/reservoir engineers are revolutionizing rapid decision-making. Excited to learn more from the expertise of Li Dan, Marie LeFranc, and Morten Kristensen on how these advanced digital workflows are transforming the exploration process. #EnergyTransition #DigitalTransformation #ExplorationInnovation #Decarbonization SLB