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More About This Title Mining Natural Gas: Introduction to Hydraulic Fracturing Fluids, Proppants and Processing
English
With the discovery of vast quantities of natural gas trapped in formations a mile or more below the surface in the United States, Europe, the Middle East and several other areas around the world, comes the opportunity to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and for localities to adjust their energy portfolio. This book covers the technological, environmental, legal, economic, safety, sustainability, and societal issues with the extraction of natural gas. Alternative fracking techniques are also be addressed.
Topics include Worldwide energy picture; Current domestic energy situation and opportunities; Worldwide carbon dioxide balance – current and anticipated; Review of basic fluid flow; Overview of hydraulic fracturing – all issues; Two phase flow and flow through porous media; Fluidization, sedimentation and suspension of proppants; Details of the hydraulic fracturing process; Composition of fracking fluids – current and alternatives; Alternative fracking methods and fluids; Environmental issues and safety concerns; Economic evaluation; Societal impact and safety concerns; Sustainability issues; and Future expectations
