Sproule’s geothermal consulting team played a vital role in helping a Texas-based energy producer understand the potential of their geothermal asset. Leveraging comprehensive geoscience and reservoir engineering expertise, Sproule delivered crucial insights that de-risked the asset and guided strategic project planning. Through seismic interpretation and subsurface modelling, Sproule provided technical support to assess the resource, overcome geological challenges, and create a flexible development strategy.
Project Highlights
- Conducted seismic interpretation to characterize eight horizons
- Developed a comprehensive subsurface velocity model
- Completed an evaluation of the geothermal resource
- Provided guidance on development strategies
Challenge
Data Scarcity: Limited 3D seismic and well data was available, emphasizing advanced seismic interpretation techniques and expertise to develop a sound interpretation workflow.
Complex Geology: Due to multiple tectonic events, the region’s subsurface featured an intricate fault system, complicating the interpretation process and requiring detailed geoscience expertise to manage uncertainties.
Development Uncertainty: Due to subsurface complexities, a flexible development strategy adaptable to evolving data and field conditions was crucial for effective project progression.
Solution
Seismic Interpretation & Velocity Modeling: Sproule developed a comprehensive static geomodel by integrating seismic data and well logs, enabling an accurate characterization of geothermal resource zones.
Integrated Assessment: The project benefitted from Sproule’s integration of geoscience and engineering disciplines, which led to a staged plan for drilling and geothermal heat production.
Customized Development Strategy: A tailored, risk-conscious development strategy allowed for flexibility in project design, ensuring the client could pivot as more subsurface data became available.
Value
Enhanced Data Assurance: By refining and validating complex data through rigorous analysis, Sproule enabled more reliable decision-making for every stage of the geothermal project.
Elucidate Subsurface Risk: Sproule’s detailed subsurface assessment identified potential drilling and well engineering risks, providing the opportunity optimize mitigation strategies.
Increase Stakeholder Confidence: Sproule’s expert interpretation and data integration provided stakeholders with a clear understanding of the geothermal potential, de-risking the project and understanding its viability.
