March 2012
Special Report

Geology & Geophysics: How local variations in thermal maturity affect shale oil economics and producibility

Geochemical analysis of Eagle Ford oils from First Shot field illustrates how areas with higher thermal maturity have better-quality oils that are both easier to produce and less costly to refine.


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