Upgrading Orinoco belt heavy oil
Journal Article
·
· Energy Prog.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6147095
The Orinoco Heavy Oil Belt of Venezuela is a subsurface geological formation of petroleum-bearing sands that is approximately 700 km long and between 60 and 80 km wide. The results of recent explorations have shown the area to contain over one trillion barrels of oil in-place, ranging from 8/sup 0/ API to 14/sup 0/ APE gravity. In an effort to develop these resources, Petroleos de Venezuela has undertaken a program to evaluate and develop this heavy oil belt. The objectives of this program are discussed along with the process technology selection, pilot plants, and environmental protection measures. (JMT)
- Research Organization:
- Lagoven, S.A., Caracas, Venezuela
- OSTI ID:
- 6147095
- Journal Information:
- Energy Prog.; (United States), Journal Name: Energy Prog.; (United States) Vol. 2:3; ISSN ENPGD
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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