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Texas Oil Wells Are Suddenly Erupting with Water. No One Knows Why - 19 June, 2024 07:30 AM

Researchers Find Significant Potential of EnergySource Below US-Mexico Border Region - 17 June, 2024 07:30 AM

Explorer Article By Louise Durham

Just one year ago drilling in the off-limits eastern Gulf of Mexico appeared to be on the cusp of getting the green light from the U.S. government as calls for “drill, baby, drill” emanated from politicians as well as the ordinary Joe.

Added on 01 May, 2011

Explorer Spotlight On… By Ken Milam

Doré Like a 'Kid in a Candy Store'

AAPG award-winning geologist Tony Doré once almost tossed a budding career in geology to hit the road with his guitar.

Added on 01 May, 2011

Explorer Regions and Sections By Mahdi Abu Ali,Marek Kacewicz

Inaugural ME Workshop to Yield Publication

The first Geosciences Technology Workshop ever held in the Middle East Region proved to be an enormous success and a remarkable accomplishment for the geosciences community in the area.

Added on 01 April, 2011

Explorer Division Column DPA By Daniel Tearpock

DPA Backs Texas Board of Professional Geologists

Texas Gov. Rick Perry gave his State of the State address Feb. 8, with the central theme being “Reform and the Streamlining of State Government.” As with many states, Texas is facing red ink. The governor wants to balance the budget, and in order to do so one of his initiatives is to combine or suspend 40 boards.

Added on 01 April, 2011

Explorer Emphasis Article

General Chair Comments on Annual Meeting High Points

In his own words: Steve Levine, general chair of the upcoming AAPG Annual Convention and Exhibition in Houston, expanded his answers for some questions about the planning and significance of the event.

Added on 01 April, 2011

Explorer Emphasis Article By David Brown

What is the Cost of Shale Gas Play?

While shale gas producers continue to tout their production prowess, a few voices are starting to question the underlying economics of shale gas development.

Added on 01 April, 2011

Explorer Article By Louise Durham

A Gas Find of Leviathan Proportions

The Biblical land of milk and honey, aka Israel, has long been considered a kind of enigma in the oil-rich Middle East.

Added on 01 April, 2011

Learn! Blog By Susan Nash

Track your AAPG Courses and Develop Your Career Path

How can AAPG Education courses help you develop your skills and competencies?

Added on 12 March, 2011

Explorer Division Column DEG By Mary Harris

Changes Bring Opportunities

Since the time of my last EXPLORER column in December, the petroleum industry has experienced many changes.

Added on 01 March, 2011

Explorer Emphasis Article By Louise Durham

3-D Data a Big Need (Again) at Eagle Ford

Once it became clear that natural gas prices likely will remain dismal for some time, many companies working the shale gas plays recognized they had best punch up their production by adding some respectably-priced oil and liquids-rich gas.

Added on 01 March, 2011

Hunter Stockdale Carr President (2024-2025) Carr Resources, Inc. (903) 597-2336

David Clay Past President (2024-2025) CRA Advisors (713) 417-4937

Bryan Guzman Treasurer (2019-2025) Premier Corex (832) 503-4645

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