Why Traditional Fracking Fluids Are a Regulatory and Reputational Risk Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, has transformed global energy markets. Yet behind its economic importance lies a growing storm of regulatory, environmental, and reputational challenges linked to the use of traditional fracking fluids. These fluids, typically composed of toxic surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, biocides, and… Continue reading Why Traditional Fracking Fluids Are a Regulatory and Reputational Risk
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Revolutionizing Oilfield Jobs: The Impact of Plant-Based Chemicals in Reducing Emissions
Understanding Scope 1 and 2 Emissions in Oilfield Operations In the oil and gas industry, emissions are categorized under three distinct scopes as defined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol: Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. This article will focus primarily on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which are critical in evaluating the environmental… Continue reading Revolutionizing Oilfield Jobs: The Impact of Plant-Based Chemicals in Reducing Emissions