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The Kallanish Glossary aims to be a useful resource for complex industry specific terminology. We are constantly adding to our glossary, so if you have a suggestion or amendment please do get in touch.
Enhanced Oil Recovery

An oil recovery enhancement method using sophisticated techniques that alter the original properties of oil. Refers to a variety of processes to increase the amount of oil removed from a reservoir, typically by injecting a liquid (e.g., water, surfactant) or gas (e.g., nitrogen, carbon dioxide).

Exploration Drilling

Drilling carried out to determine whether hydrocarbons are present in a particular area or structure.

Exploration Well

Drilling carried out to determine whether hydrocarbons are present in a particular area or structure. Also known as a ‘wildcat well’.

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