What is the eLibrary?
The eLibrary is a repository of the technical papers presented at SPE-sponsored conferences since the late 1950s and in SPE's technical journals since the early 1950s. Papers from the conferences of SPE's predecessor organization back to 1925 are also being added. The eLibrary currently offers access to more than 45,000 technical documents covering the evolution of technology in drilling, completion, exploration, production, facilities, reservoir simulation, formation evaluation, safety and environmental protection, risk management, and much more.
Recently, SPE began adding other types of content to the eLibrary as well – including presentations from general and plenary sessions at conferences and Distinguished Lecturer presentations. SPE is committed to expanding the eLibrary and assuring it continues to be the best source of E&P technologies.
Why Use the eLibrary?
The eLibrary is an unparalleled resource for researching technical solutions:
- Find out what has worked for others facing similar challenges
- Learn from others' mis-steps and issues
- Monitor new approaches that might improve field productivity or reduce costs
- Get new ideas.
Since 1998, customers have counted on SPE's eLibrary for access to the best E&P technical solutions. The largest companies in the upstream oil and gas industry rely on the SPE eLibrary to help their employees find solutions that work.
Using the eLibrary
Searching the eLibrary
The eLibrary includes a search engine that is optimized for research. Tell it what you need to know (more than just a couple of keywords) and it will find the most relevant documents for you quickly. Search help Or, if geography is important, try our new map-based search of the eLibrary.
Pricing
The standard charge for papers and journal articles in the SPE eLibrary is USD 6.00 for SPE members and USD 20.00 for non-members. Some papers have been priced lower based on length or type. The eLibrary also includes some presentations and other documents that are free or a nominal cost. The price for a specific document is clearly identified on its preview page (the page you see when you click the title in the search results). eLibrary customers can elect to pay for their purchases in USD, GBP, or EUR.
Ordering Process
As you locate the papers you need, add them to your shopping cart. When you are ready to check out, you will be prompted to login and for the information necessary to complete your order and for your email address for delivery information. Charges can be paid with Visa, MasterCard, or American Express.
SPE uses Verisign's secure e-commerce payment technology. Your order is processed as a secured transaction and information you submit when ordering is encrypted for privacy while in transit. SPE does not store your credit card information beyond completion of the transaction.
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Delivery Options
The SPE eLibrary provides for electronic download of documents only. This is NOT email delivery. You will be responsible for downloading the papers you purchase from the SPE website either immediately, or using information provided to you via email after purchase. You will have 6 calendar days in which to download your purchases.
If you need fax or mail delivery of materials from the SPE eLibrary, please contact Customer Service at service@spe.org or 1.972.952.9393. Additional charges to cover staff and delivery costs will apply.
