Oil and Gas Upstream

Oil and Gas Upstream


Engineered Salinity: Boosting Oil Production with Geoffrey Thyne | Ep 290

March 05, 2025

In this episode of Oil and Gas Upstream, host Elena Melchert interviews Jeffrey Thyne, an expert in oil recovery through water chemistry manipulation. They discussed Thyne’s extensive background in the oil and gas industry, the inception of his company ESAL, and the innovative techniques he developed to enhance oil recovery. The conversation delves into the complexities of wettability and its impact on oil production, highlighting the empirical methods used to gather data and improve recovery rates. In this conversation, Geoffrey Thyne discusses innovative oil recovery techniques, the challenges faced in shale production, and the significant role of chemistry in enhancing oil extraction. He emphasizes the potential of machine learning to analyze reservoirs and improve production efficiency. The discussion also touches on the future of oil production in light of global energy needs and the importance of addressing energy poverty.



Episode Links 



https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffrey-thyne-9258863



https://www.linkedin.com/company/esal-llc/posts/?feedView=all



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