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Monday, April 17

18:00 - 21:00
Welcome Reception Room 301 A-D
Speaker(s) Rick Muncrief, Devon

Welcome reception to kick off the 2023 Symposium and celebrate our 50th Anniversary. 

Tuesday, April 18

08:00 - 09:30
B01  Women's Energy Network Breakfast - Future of Energy: Thriving in an ever-changing energy landscape Junior Ballroom, Level 3
Speaker(s) Deborah Ryan - S&P Global Platts

Increasing environmental and economic pressure on oil and gas companies has raised questions about the future of the industry. As the energy transition space continues to evolve, understanding how the oil and gas industry can positively impact that new landscape will be important. Deb Ryan brings almost 20 years of upstream oil industry experience and as the current Head of Low Carbon Commodities she will share insights to help you stay relevant, engaged and thriving in this new landscape. Joined by Amanda Colyer, Regional Director of Operations at Helmerich & Payne and Petroleum Engineer by trade, Deb and Amanda will conduct a fireside chat to share their own experiences navigating a male dominated industry and the positive outlook for women seeking to be part of the future of energy.

09:30 - 11:30
1  Operators Forum Room 208 AB
Session Chairpersons Mark Van Domelen, Byron Cottingham - Cottingham Consulting

This session will highlight an EOG project from the Permian Basin related to Closed Loop Gas Capture, a presentation from Oklahoma-based EnerQuest Oil and Gas on production forecasting and EUR estimation using data sets from Oklahoma and other basins, and a presentation from Devon Energy highlighting the use of data visualization and analytics for optimizing large scale production operations.

   930 -                               Sustainable Operations: Closing the Loop on Gas Capture
   1030                               E. Brink, D. Lunsford, J. Hessert, EOG Resources Inc.                            

                                           

Time Paper # Presentation
1030-1100 213074 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Dimensionless Recovery Profiles M.J. Mollman, Enerquest Oil & Gas LLC
1100-1130 213058 Production & Operations Effective Data Visualization And Analytics: Unique Considerations For Large Scale Production Operations T.W. Stephenson, Devon Energy Corporation
09:30 - 11:30
2  Well Integrity Room 209 A
Session Chairpersons Mary Susan Van Domelen - WellData Labs, Adonis Costin Ichim - Tenaris

This session covers a mix of case studies, experimental evaluations, modeling, and data analysis applied to the continuously evolving field of well integrity. These will provide the audience with insights and best practices guiding not only oil and gas development, but also CCUS and geothermal, both during the well construction phase and P&A.

Time Paper # Presentation
0930-1000 213072 Completions Casing Deformation And Controlling Methods During Hydraulic Fracturing Shale Gas Reservoirs In China: What We Known And Tried L. Han, Tubular Goods Research Center, CNPC; S. Yang, NPC Tubular Goods Research Institute, CNPC; L. Dai, Southwest petroleum university; J. Cao, Y. Mou, NPC Tubular Goods Research Institute, CNPC; X. Wu, University of Oklahoma
1000-1030 213087 Drilling Connection Fatigue Evaluation For Cyclic Dogleg Bending Events Using Fatigue Crack Growth Method B. Lin, F. Bennett, A. Barnett, D. Coe, U.S. Steel Tubular Products
1030-1100 213073 Drilling Geomechanical Study And Wellbore Stability Analysis For Potential CO2 Storage Into Devonian And Silurian Formations Of Delaware Basin S.T. Nguyen, T.C. Nguyen, H. Yoo, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; G. El-kaseeh, NMT Petroleum Recovery Research Center
1100-1130 Workflow Analysis - Identifying Casing Failures with Signature Fracturing Treatment Pressure Behavior A. Hoffman, Lewis Energy Group
09:30 - 11:30
3  Production Operations 1 - Analytics Room 209 B
Session Chairpersons Danish Suleman Tarar - Continental Resources Inc., Joshua Kyle Merritt

This session covers a wide variety of diagnostics aimed to develop a comprehensive operations-based approach for improving existing production and extending the production lifetime. The case studies utilize both machine learning and physics-based approaches for providing practical solutions to intricate but relevant issues faced by the operators today. The studies also address a broad spectrum of Artificial Lift related considerations in various reservoir and fluid settings.

Time Paper # Presentation
0930-1000 213095 Production & Operations Application Of Machine Learning Optimization Workflow To Improve Oil Recovery A. Koray, D. Bui, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; W. Ampomah, New Mexico Inst-Mining & Tech; E. Appiah-Kubi, J.A. Klumpenhower, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
1000-1030 213089 Production & Operations Optimizing Artificial Lift Timing And Selection Using Reduced Physics Models H. Zalavadia, M. Gokdemir, U. Sinha, S. Sankaran, Xecta Digital Labs
1030-1100 213059 Production & Operations Application Of Machine Learning To Evaluate The Performances Of Various Downhole Centrifugal Separator Types In Oil And Gas Production Systems L.C. Osorio Ojeda, M.O. Olubode, H. Karami, University of Oklahoma; T. Podio, Echometer
1100-1130 213052 Production & Operations Optimizing Rod Pump Performance Using High Frequency, High Resolution Pressure Data At The Wellhead K. Vekved, T. Ito, TOKU Systems; R. Gordon, Consultant
11:30 - 13:00
L01  Keynote Luncheon: Balancing Energy Security, Economic Security, and Climate Security Junior Ballroom, Level 3
Speaker(s) Scott Tinker - Bureau of Economic Geology
Providing security is a primary objective of every global leader. With the fervent push in Western Europe and the US to address climate issues, and the resultant policy-driven energy crisis in the EU, several important realties are becoming clear. First, there are no clean and dirty, renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. They all have benefits and environmental impacts. There are trade-offs. Second, not everything can, or should be electrified. Many of the industrial materials and services required by global economies such as steel, cement, plastic, ammonia and transoceanic travel require high heat produced by burning energy dense molecules. Finally, secure energy—affordable, reliable and safe—underpins economic health, lifts people from poverty, and provides nations with the ability to invest in the environment, including atmospheric emissions reductions. Intermittent sources such as solar and wind require expensive backup to make them reliable. Recognizing these realities sets the framework for a balanced dialog about energy, climate, poverty, and other major global issues.

13:00 - 15:00
4  Completions Room 208 A
Session Chairpersons Ronald Glen Dusterhoft - Halliburton Energy Services Group, Patrick Scott Galuska - TRP Energy

Completions operations and optimization are multi-faceted topics ranging from maximizing well performance and uniform lateral stimulation coverage to improving operational efficiency and process automation. To further improve performance, novel technologies and methods will be discussed to highlight the breadth of tools being used today and their impact on completions performance.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 213076 Completions Delineating And Quantifying The Hydraulic Fracturing Energy System A. Navaiz, P.F. Stark, J. Doucette, Halliburton
1330-1400 213101 Completions Automated Completion Surface System: The Path To Fracturing 24/7 T. Marvel, SEF Energy; A. Johnson, Downing; P. Douget, M. Mast, Blue Ox Resources; J. Dyer, J. Kuehn, SEF Energy; B. Wiesner, Downing
1400-1430 213098 Completions Introducing Digitalization And Automation For Improvements In Fracturing Operational Efficiency And Safety C. Ortiz, G. Taitt, A. Balzan, T. Viator, R. Fux Campa, SLB
1430-1500 213085 Reservoir Description & Dynamics An Efficient Hydraulic Fracture Geometry Calibration Workflow Using Microseismic Data H. Bachi, The University of Texas at Austin; J. Wu, PetroChina Southwest Oil & Gas Field Company; C. Liu, The University of Texas at Austin; X. Yang, C. Chang, PetroChina Southwest Oil & Gas Field Company; W. Yu, SimTech LLC; K. Sepehrnoori, The University of Texas At Austin
13:00 - 15:00
5  Energy Transformation - Geothermal and Carbon Capture & Storage Room 209 A
Session Chairpersons Bilal Zoghbi - Baker Hughes, Ryan Sonntag - Chesapeake Energy Corp., Mouin Almasoodi - Devon Energy

This special session will provide insight into new advances in energy transition technologies for oil and gas applications with a focus on geothermal energy production and CO2 mitigation. It will highlight the possibilities that exist, and associated challenges, in harnessing geothermal energy in various areas including Oklahoma. In addition, methods to mitigate CO2 emissions through CO2 mineralization and pathways to increase sustainability of O&G development will be shared.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 Lithium from Oilfield Brines: a Pathway to Increase Sustainability of Oil & Gas Development M. Greb, Devon Energy
1330-1400 213084 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Numerical Simulation Of In-situ CO2 Mineralization In Mafic Basaltic Formations In Southwest Oklahoma Q. Al Maqbali, University of Oklahoma; S. Hussain, United Energy Pakistan Limited; G. Mask, X. Wu, University of Oklahoma
1400-1430 213068 Drilling A Robust Screening Tool To Repourpose Hydrocarbon Wells To Geothermal In Oklahoma E. Ugarte, S. Salehi, University of Oklahoma
1430-1500 213094 Production & Operations Scalable Geothermal Energy Potential From Sedimentary Basins In Oklahoma C. Vivas, University of Oklahoma MPGE; S. Salehi, R. Nygaard, University of Oklahoma; D.J. Rehg, Criterion Energy Partners
13:00 - 15:00
6  Improved and Enhanced Oil Recovery Room 209 B
Session Chairpersons Abdulaziz Mustafa Ellafi, Joshua Kyle Merritt

This session covers advanced Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) Applications for conventional and unconventional formations. Several case studies are introduced to investigate various reservoir conditions and EOR methods to optimize residual oil recovery using experimental and simulation research. The effectiveness of novel techniques is considering the capital and operational cost to enhance production and return on investment with higher net present value.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 213102 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Experimental Investigation Of Amphoteric And Microbial Surfactants For Enhanced Oil Recovery In Shaly Sandstones R. Pandey, A. Tinni, C.S. Rai, University of Oklahoma
1330-1400 213082 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Advanced, Superior Shale Oil EOR Methods For The DJ Basin R.A. Downey, Shale Ingenuity LLC; K. Venepalli, Computer Modeling Group Ltd; J.C. Erdle, Computer Modelling Group Ltd.
1400-1430 213071 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Development of a Multi-Completion-Gas and Downhole Water Sink-Assisted Gravity Drainage (MC-GDWS-AGD) Process to Improve Oil Recovery and Reduce Water Cut in Reservoirs With Strong Water Aquifers D.A. Al-Obaidi, University of Baghdad; D.A. Wood, DWA Energy Limited; W.J. Al-Mudhafar, Basrah Oil Company; A.K. Wojtanowicz, Louisiana State University; A. Merzoug, Texas A&M University
1430-1500 213060 Completions Optimization Of Child Well Hydraulic Fracturing Design: A Bakken Case Study A. Merzoug, Texas A&M University; A.M. Ellafi, University of North Dakota
15:00 - 16:30
P01  Eyes on the Horizon: Perspectives on Lower-48 A&D Panel Exhibit Hall D
Moderator(s) Mo Laghari - Guggenheim Securities
Speaker(s) Bill Lambert - Devon Energy, Danny Yick - ConocoPhillips Co, Jere Thompson - Diamondback Energy
As unconventional basins continue to evolve, we will sit down with four industry leaders to discuss perspectives & themes on what the future of A&D looks like in the lower-48.

16:30 - 18:00
Exhibition Happy Hour Exhibit Hall D

Social networking hour with a live podcast hosted by Mark LaCour of Oil and Gas Podcast Network.

Wednesday, April 19

08:30 - 11:30
7  Devon-Eagle Ford DOE Project Room 208 AB
Session Chairpersons Mary Susan Van Domelen - WellData Labs, Catherine E Oster - Devon Energy Corporation

This session is dedicated to the lessons learned from a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating reservoir drainage patterns and hydraulic fracture stimulation interactions in a development consisting of primary (parent) wells, new infill wells and a horizontal devoted exclusively to observation. The study was conducted as part of the DOE/NETL Hydraulic Fracturing Test Site 1. Showcased are the advanced monitoring and analysis techniques utilized to evaluate the potential to capture stranded reserves via refracs and infill drilling. Technologies deployed include liner refracs, horizontal coring, formation imaging and advanced lateral logs, sealed wellbore pressure monitoring (SWPM), downhole fiber-optics (both permanent and deployable), seven downhole pressure gauges, time-lapse geochemistry, and iterative production interference tests. The results confirmed that secondary development is a viable strategy and provides guidance towards a successful full field development strategy.

Time Paper # Presentation
0830-0845 Project Overview K. Brinkley, Devon Energy Corp E&P
0845-0915 Geologic Learnings from Horizontal Core C. Thompson, Devon Energy Corporation
0845-0915 Geologic Learnings from Horizontal Core J. Comisky, Devon Energy Corporation
0915-1000 Operational Review and Stimulation Learnings from Fiber Optics C. Ketter, Devon Energy Corporation
1000-1030 Core Walk Through M. Turko, Devon Energy
1000-1030 Core Walk Through B. Price, Devon Energy
1030-1055 Measuring New Reservoir Stimulation and Well Interactions Through Time J. Haffener, Devon Energy Corporation
1055-1120 Understanding Reservoir Drainage Using Geochemistry and Production Highlights P. Jones, Devon Energy
1055-1120 Understanding Reservoir Drainage Using Geochemistry and Production Highlights S. White, Devon Energy
1120-1130 Lessons Learned K. Brinkley, Devon Energy Corp E&P
1120-1130 Lessons Learned C. Thompson, Devon Energy Corporation
08:30 - 11:30
8  Drilling and Well Construction Room 209 A
Session Chairpersons Adonis Costin Ichim - Tenaris, Gary L Cartwright

This session discusses drilling and well construction methods focused on cementing, managed pressure drilling, simulation, and machine learning. Through the case studies and modeling work presented, attendees can transfer knowledge to their challenges in both unconventional and conventional formations.

Time Paper # Presentation
0830-0900 213081 Completions Intentional Wet Shoetrack Completions For Unconventional Oil And Gas Resources: Methods And Techniques A. Gandomkar, A. Gundersen, R.A. Gomez Barker, T. Broussard, C. Kadler, Baker Hughes
0900-0930 213078 Drilling Multi-stage Heavy Pill Displacement Using Managed Pressure Tripping Technique In High Pressure-high Temperature Well With Narrow Drilling Margin - A Case Study In Haynesville Shale F. ALIYEV, Opla Energy Ltd; A. Yousefi Sadat, S. Cody, Opla Energy; B. Huggard, S. Dametz, Aethon Energy
0930-1000 213097 Drilling Real-time MPD Hydraulics Simulator: An Alternative Solution To The Conventional Pressure-While-Drilling Tool - A Case Study J. Pitkanen, A. Yousefi Sadat, S. Cody, Opla Energy
1030-1100 Application of Fiber Optics and Acoustic Imaging to Multi-Bench Marcellus Development M. Mantell, Chesapeake Energy
1030-1100 Application of Fiber Optics and Acoustic Imaging to Multi-Bench Marcellus Development A. Mercer, Chesapeake Energy Corp.
1100-1130 Comparison of Volatiles Analysis of Cuttings from Woodford and Caney Laterals from the SCOOP Play in Oklahoma M. Smith, Advanced Hydrocarbon Stratigraphy
08:30 - 11:30
9  Production Operations 2 - Flow Dynamics Room 209 B
Session Chairpersons Daniel Snyder - Ichor, Kristian M Cozyris - OSCO Controls

This session dives into tubular flow dynamics, the issues caused by liquid loading and potential solutions. The studies include lab and simulations with results for each.

Time Paper # Presentation
0830-0900 213090 Production & Operations An Investigation Into The Mechanisms Of Liquid Loading In Small-diameter Vertical Pipes M. Malin, Ardurra; B.J. Todd, Montana Tech
0900-0930 213063 Production & Operations An Experimental Study On The Effects Of Tubular Restrictions On Liquid Lifting In Natural Gas Wells C. Mateus-Rubiano, M. Alsanea, H. Karami, University of Oklahoma
0930-1000 213096 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Experimental study of the impact of injection pressure and permeability on CO2 injection into light oil reservoirs K.A. Enab, Texas A&M International University
1030-1100 213079 Production & Operations Increasing Production By Using A 2-stages Filtration System With A Gas Separator In Rod Pump S. Vyas, Odessa Separator Inc.; A.T. Wadman, CML Exploration LLC; L.A. Guanacas, Odessa Separator Inc.; G. Gonzalez, Odessa Separator Inc
1100-1130 Overcoming Inefficiencies of Annular Flow in a Hybrid Gas Lift Well C. Frost, Flowco Solutions
11:30 - 13:00
Baker Hughes Luncheon Exhibit Hall D
Speaker(s) Rob Klenner, Bilal Zoghbi - Baker Hughes

30th anniversary of the Baker Hughes lunch at the Symposium!

Geothermal: Renewable Energy You Can Count On - Rob Klenner, Baker Hughes

What’s new at the Energy Innovation Center - Bilal Zoghbi, Baker Hughes

13:00 - 15:00
10  Reservoir Development Room 208 A
Session Chairpersons Abdulaziz Mustafa Ellafi, Patrick Scott Galuska - TRP Energy

This session covers the development techniques for production forecasting and the estimated ultimate recovery of tight-gas sand and unconventional wells. Contributing authors may overcome some limitations and weaknesses in most of the proposed applications in the past. In addition, these combination methods involve machine learning tools that may assist the industry in understanding reservoir development in unconventional reservoirs.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 213075 Completions The High Cost Of Poor Child Protection: Economic Evaluation At The Pad Level With Primary Well Refracs R.E. Barba, Integrated Energy Services Inc
1330-1400 213093 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Recommended Practice For Determining The Maximum Surface Injection Pressure For Saltwater Disposal Wells D. Childers, X. Wu, Wu & Childers Energy Solutions LLC
1400-1430 213080 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Generating New Production Type Curves Through Machine Learning Utilizing Dimensional Analysis G. Mask, X. Wu, University of Oklahoma
1430-1500 An Improved Type Curve Workflow using “Proximity Forecasting” D. McMaster, ComboCurve
13:00 - 15:00
11  Formation Evaluation Room 209 A
Session Chairpersons Kristian M Cozyris - OSCO Controls, Danish Suleman Tarar - Continental Resources Inc.

This session covers key advances aimed at improving the accuracy of results obtained from a wide range of formation evaluation applications across the entire well lifecycle. The field studies examine practical applications of these novel interpretive techniques to address deficiencies in measured data and improve the accuracy of the information extracted from such data sets. The studies evaluate the aforementioned techniques in a variety of reservoir settings and can be applied across various stages in the development lifecycle of a field.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 213083 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Completion Diagnostic Tools, Production Logging Technology Delivers Accurate Flow Contributions Vertical & Horizontal Wellbores D.C. Heddleston, Indepth Production Solutions
1330-1400 213070 Projection Of Logging While Drilling Data At The Bit By Implementing Supervised Machine Learning Algorithm A. Sharma, T. Burak, R. Nygaard, University of Oklahoma; S. Hellvik, E. Hoel, Aker BP ASA; M. Welmer, Sekal AS
1400-1430 213061 Reservoir Description & Dynamics Petrophysical Rock Typing In Uinta Basin Using Models Powered By Machine Learning Algorithms C.L. Arengas Sanguino, M.E. Curtis, S.T. Dang, C. Rai, University of Oklahoma
1430-1500 213103 Production & Operations Physics Guided Data Driven Model To Forecast Production Rates In Liquid Wells U. Sinha, H. Zalavadia, S. Sankaran, Xecta Digital Labs
13:00 - 15:00
12  Production Operations 3 - Artificial Lift Room 209 B
Session Chairpersons Daniel Snyder - Ichor, Ronald Glen Dusterhoft - Halliburton Energy Services Group

This session covers ongoing production operation problems and potential solutions. Tools in each study were implemented in the field and results will be presented.

Time Paper # Presentation
1300-1330 213099 Production & Operations Biomineralization: Surface Injection Eliminates Bradenhead Pressure R. Hiebert, J. Griffin, BioSqueeze Inc.
1330-1400 213056 Production & Operations Slow-release Downhole Chemical Treatment In Rod Pump, ESP And Gas Lift, Including A Non-pulling Tubing Method Of Installation. J. Chavarria, Conoco Phillips; G. Gonzalez, Odessa Separator Inc; D. Sanchez, R. Arias, Odessa Separator Inc.
1400-1430 213064 Production & Operations Management Of Gas Slugging Along With Sand Handling To Improve ESP Performance And Efficiency N. Johnson, Odessa Separator Inc; L.A. Guanacas, Odessa Separator Inc.; G. Gonzalez, Odessa Separator Inc
1430-1500 213086 Production & Operations Higher Confidence Gas Lift Valve Optimization Survey Using Full Production Logging And MFC Caliper Data D.C. Heddleston, Indepth Production Solutions
15:00 - 16:30
P02  Converting Innovation to Value Exhibit Hall D
Moderator(s) Kyle Haustveit - Devon Energy Production Co. LP
Speaker(s) Robert Fast - Hess Corp., Trey Lowe - Devon Energy Corporation, Greg Levielle - ConocoPhillips
In an ever-changing industry that relies on constant innovation, we will sit down with three individuals who know how to advance an idea to commercial value at scale.

16:30 - 18:00
Industry Collective Happy Hour Exhibit Hall D

Social networking hour with many of the other oil and gas societies around Oklahoma City: SPE, AADE, Petroleum Alliance, IADC, API, YPE, OCAPL, Oilfield Christian Fellowship, OCGS, and NGEO

18:00 - 20:30
TTS 25th Anniversary Celebration Junior Ballroom, Level 3

Please join one of SPE Oklahoma City Section’s long standing and great supporters Thru Tubing Solutions in celebrating their 25th Anniversary. They are coordinating with the SPE OKC Oil and Gas Symposium and raffling off a side-by-side for attendees as well as free entry to their Anniversary Celebration for Symposium attendees.