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GOVT TAKING STEPS TO EXPLORE SHALE GAS RESOURCES ACROSS COUNTRY
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ISLAMABAD: The government has been taking effective steps to explore and exploit shale gas resources in the country.

According to Radio Pakistan, official sources said that the US Aid Energy Policy Programme has been engaged for geological assessment of shale gas resources in Pakistan by utilizing high-tech interpretation software, existing well fogs, and geo-chemical reports.

Besides, sweet spots for shale gas exploration have been identified at various places in the country.

An interim shale gas policy is being prepared for pilot projects to test the identified sweet areas.

Final shale gas policy will be formulated for exploration and exploitation of shale gas and shale oil in the country based on the results of the pilot projects.



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Can some body shed the light on the Methane hydrates, also called "flammable ice reserves at sea in Pakistan?
 
Despite being in the Energy field; I admit that I know very little about methane hydrates except that these are crystalline compounds in which gas molecules are trapped inside the lattice of ice crystals. My understanding was that such deposits would be more widespread in the permafrost regions of the countries like Canada & Russia. But then there would be hell of lot of information about many other sources of energy that I am totally ignorant of.

A few years ago I remember coming across a news item in Dawn about gas on an island of Makran cost. However this is a new technology and possibly for use in future as I have not come across commercial exploitation of methane hydrates anywhere.
 
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Considering China/Russia are also great option for such cooperation why reward a Nation not even willing to let IMF help Pakistan

Why US firm is needed to stick their noses in Pakistan's national interest
 
Shale drilling is bad news especially given how much reliant there is on aquifers. Unless you are willing to give up on drinking water for rural, then do the short term deed.
Here shale drilling is being banned for this very impact.
 
Considering China/Russia are also great option for such cooperation why reward a Nation not even willing to let IMF help Pakistan

Why US firm is needed to stick their noses in Pakistan's national interest
American firms pioneered shale extraction, and they have greatest experience and safest practices in relation.

Shale extraction is an environmentally messy business! We should not experiment in this domain. Award contracts on the basis of merit, and not on the basis of geopolitical preferences. Many non-political Western firms out there.

Recall Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Plant project - we awarded it to an inexperienced Chinese firm and end-result was 16 years of effort in completing it and a huge hike in costs over time.

FYI: https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk...worlds-most-expensive-hydel-undertaking-ever/
 
Despite being in the Energy field; I admit that I know very little about methane hydrates except that these are crystalline compounds in which gas molecules are trapped inside the lattice of ice crystals. My understanding was that such deposits would be more widespread in the permafrost regions of the countries like Canada & Russia. But then there would be hell of lot of information about many other sources of energy that I am totally ignorant of.

A few years ago I remember coming across a news item in Dawn about gas on an island of Makran cost. However this is a new technology and possibly for use in future as I have not come across commercial exploitation of methane hydrates anywhere.
Your humility is refreshing. May Allah give you good health, lots of wealth, and peace of mind.

Best Regards
 
Pakistan has more shale oil than Canada, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) report released on June 13, 2013.

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The US EIA report estimates Pakistan's total shale oil reserves at 227 billion barrels of which 9.1 billion barrels are technically recoverable with today's technology. In addition, the latest report says Pakistan has 586 trillion cubic feet of shale gas of which 105 trillion cubic feet (up from 51 trillion cubic feet reported in 2011) is technically recoverable with current technology.

The top ten countries by shale oil reserves include Russia (75 billion barrels), United States (58 billion barrels), China (32 billion barrels), Argentina (27 billion barrels), Libya (26 billion barrels), Venezuela (13 billion barrels), Mexico (13 billion barrels), Pakistan (9.1 billion barrels), Canada (8.8 billion barrels) and Indonesia (8 billion barrels).

Pakistan's current annual consumption of oil is only 150 million barrels. Even if it more than triples in the next few years, the 9.1 billion barrels currently technically recoverable would be enough for over 18 years. Similarly, even if Pakistan current gas demand of 1.6 trillion cubic feet triples in the next few years, it can be met with 105 trillion cubic feet of technically recoverable shale gas for more than 20 years. And with newer technologies on the horizon, the level of technically recoverable shale oil and gas resources could increase substantially in the future.

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Source: US EIA Report 2013

As can be seen in the shale resource map, most of Pakistan's shale oil and gas resources are located in the lower Indus basin region, particularly in Ranikot and Sembar shale formations.

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Source: US EIA Report 2013

Since the middle of the 18th century, the Industrial Revolution has transformed the world. Energy has become the life-blood of modern economies. Energy-hungry machines are now doing more and more of the work at much higher levels of productivity than humans and animals who did it in pre-industrial era. Every modern, industrial society in history has gone through a 20-year period where there was extremely large investment in the power sector, and availability of ample electricity made the transition from a privilege of an urban elite to something every family would have. If Pakistan wishes to join the industrialized world, it will have to do the same by having a comprehensive energy policy and large investments in the power sector. Failure to do so would condemn Pakistanis to a life of poverty and backwardness.




The availability of large domestic shale oil and gas expands the opportunity to reduce Pakistan's dependence on imports to overcome the current energy crisis and to fuel the industrial economy. But it'll only be possible with high priority given to investments in developing the energy sector of the country.

Haq's Musings: US EIA Estimates Pak Shale Oil Reserves at 9.1 Billion Barrels

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EIA: Pakistan's Shale Oil & Gas reserves.
BAD NEWS FOR INDIA!!!

@Retired Troll
 
BAD NEWS FOR INDIA!!!

@Retired Troll
Likely shale oil and gas discovery in Pakistan


Col (R) Muhammad Hanif
in Op-EdOn April 18, 2019

Referring to the information obtained from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Resources, on Sediment Data in Pakistan, the SDPI, in its Draft Report 2019 has given the estimates of shale oil and gas reserves in Pakistan. According to this report, Pakistan has more than 827365 square kilometres (Kms) of the sedimentary basin area in southern Punjab, eastern Balochistan and Sindh (311607 square kms onshore and 216058 square kms offshore). This sedimentary area is enriched with thick sequences of shale formations as a source and has a proven petroleum system, comprising shale oil and gas.
According to a study conducted with the help of the USAID in 2015,Pakistan has massive deposits of 10,159 trillion cubic feet of shale gas and 2.3 trillion barrels of oil. These estimates are several times higher than the figures given earlier by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The EIA had reported in June 2013 that 586 trillion cubic feet of shale gas were present in the lower Indus Basin, of which 105trillion cubic feet were technically recoverable. Apart from gas, EIA also saw the presence of 9.1 billion barrels of shale oil that were technically recoverable out of the estimated deposits of 227 billion barrels.
As part of the Government of Pakistan exploration plan for shale gas and oil,in January 2019, the Oil and Gas Development Company (OGDC), Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL), ENI (an Italian oil and gas drilling company) and ExxonMobil (a US oil and gas drilling company) started drilling the first exploratory ultra-deep oil well Kekra-1 in offshore Indus G-Block, as a joint venture,near the Pakistan – Iran border.In this context, ExxonMobil’s entry in Pakistan is a major development asit brings with it a vast experience of deep and ultra-deep water drilling.
In view of the above discussed rich survey information and entry of the US oil giant ExxonMobil in the exploration effort, there is a strong possibility that the country may discover a very big offshore oil and gas reserves. The good news about the likely success in this exploration effort is expected to come soon, as was stated by the Prime Minister, Imran Khan. Based on surveys and prospect reports, the OGDCL chief believes the discovery could be evenlarger than that of Sui.

It can be safely predicted that like Saudi Arabia, that has signed an agreement to invest in Pakistan, including construction of as oil refinery at Gawadar, other countries, including Gulf nations would also like to invest in Pakistan oil and gas projects ranging from exploration, to refining and logistics

If the above prediction comes true and a large scale oil and gas is discovered in Pakistan, this would be a major breakthrough and a game changer for Pakistan and the entire region, as it might lead other international energy firms to bring foreign investment in Pakistan’s energy sector. The discovery would accrue many economic and strategic advantages to Pakistan. While it will help Pakistan in meeting its big energy shortages, the country would also start exporting oil and gas, thus earning a lot of foreign exchange.
The cheaper energy availability will also help in reviving Pakistan’s industry, and enhancing exports.The revenue coming due to exports will help in resolving the issues of balance of payments, addressing the circular debt issue, addressing budget deficits and paying the foreign debt. Likewise, Pakistan will also become free of getting foreign loans. And, faster economic development helped by the oil revenues, and CPEC boosted exports will enable Pakistan to address poverty and achieve prosperity.
The Global Times have also carried the news of likely shale oil and gas discovery in Pakistan and its positive impact on Pakistan’s economy.The newspaper has commented that a big oil and gas discovery will stimulate the Chinese companies to invest in Pakistan’s shale and gas sector, adding that China is willing to support Pakistan’s efforts to seize the development opportunity such a find might bring, and handle any challenges.
In this regard, it can be safely predicted that like Saudi Arabia, who has signed an agreement to invest in Pakistan, including construction of as oil refinery at Gawadar, other countries, including Gulf nations would also like to invest in Pakistanoil and gas projects ranging from exploration, to refining and logistics.In this context, apart from the construction of the CPEC related oil and gas pipeline by China, oil and gas pipelines from Pakistan will also be laid to other regional countries, thus addressing their energy shortages and stimulating regional energy connectivity, economic growth and trade, thus encouraging the regional economic integration and development. .
As Pakistan’s economy would become substantial, it will enable it to strengthen its defence, which will enable it to exercise its sovereignty at the international stage. A strong Pakistan will become strategically an important regional and world player, and therefore, will contribute in a major way towards keeping regional peace and stability, and also do a lot more for international peacekeeping.
The writer is an ex-Army Colonel, a former Research Fellow of Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI), Islamabad and Senior Research Fellow, Strategic Vision Institute, Islamabad
 
Pakistan has more shale oil than Canada, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) report released on June 13, 2013.

shale+oil+Pakistan.png


The US EIA report estimates Pakistan's total shale oil reserves at 227 billion barrels of which 9.1 billion barrels are technically recoverable with today's technology. In addition, the latest report says Pakistan has 586 trillion cubic feet of shale gas of which 105 trillion cubic feet (up from 51 trillion cubic feet reported in 2011) is technically recoverable with current technology.

The top ten countries by shale oil reserves include Russia (75 billion barrels), United States (58 billion barrels), China (32 billion barrels), Argentina (27 billion barrels), Libya (26 billion barrels), Venezuela (13 billion barrels), Mexico (13 billion barrels), Pakistan (9.1 billion barrels), Canada (8.8 billion barrels) and Indonesia (8 billion barrels).

Pakistan's current annual consumption of oil is only 150 million barrels. Even if it more than triples in the next few years, the 9.1 billion barrels currently technically recoverable would be enough for over 18 years. Similarly, even if Pakistan current gas demand of 1.6 trillion cubic feet triples in the next few years, it can be met with 105 trillion cubic feet of technically recoverable shale gas for more than 20 years. And with newer technologies on the horizon, the level of technically recoverable shale oil and gas resources could increase substantially in the future.

US+EIA+Shale+Gas-Oil+Map+2013+Pakistan.jpg


Source: US EIA Report 2013

As can be seen in the shale resource map, most of Pakistan's shale oil and gas resources are located in the lower Indus basin region, particularly in Ranikot and Sembar shale formations.

EIA+Shale+Oil-Gas+Estimates+2013-1.jpg

EIA+Shale+Oil-Gas+Estimates+2013-2.jpg


Source: US EIA Report 2013

Since the middle of the 18th century, the Industrial Revolution has transformed the world. Energy has become the life-blood of modern economies. Energy-hungry machines are now doing more and more of the work at much higher levels of productivity than humans and animals who did it in pre-industrial era. Every modern, industrial society in history has gone through a 20-year period where there was extremely large investment in the power sector, and availability of ample electricity made the transition from a privilege of an urban elite to something every family would have. If Pakistan wishes to join the industrialized world, it will have to do the same by having a comprehensive energy policy and large investments in the power sector. Failure to do so would condemn Pakistanis to a life of poverty and backwardness.




The availability of large domestic shale oil and gas expands the opportunity to reduce Pakistan's dependence on imports to overcome the current energy crisis and to fuel the industrial economy. But it'll only be possible with high priority given to investments in developing the energy sector of the country.

Haq's Musings: US EIA Estimates Pak Shale Oil Reserves at 9.1 Billion Barrels

Original Source:

EIA: Pakistan's Shale Oil & Gas reserves.
Canada dont have much shale oil as compared to USA .
 
news on 92 news. no oil and gas reserved found and they are closing the well.
 

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