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Coalbed methane production potential in U. S. basins

Journal Article · · J. Pet. Technol.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/12832-PA· OSTI ID:6441269
The major emphasis of the U.S. DOE's coalbed methane research has been on estimating the magnitude of the resource and developing systems for recovery. Methane resource estimates for 16 basins show that the greatest potential is in the Piceance, Northern Appalachian, Central Appalachian, Powder River, and Greater Green River coal basins. Small, high-potential target areas have been selected for in-depth analysis of the resource. Industry interest is greatest in the Warrior, San Juan, Piceance, Raton Mesa, and Northern and Central Appalachian basins. Production curves for several coalbed methane wells in these basins are included.
Research Organization:
Morgantown Energy Technology Center, Morgantown, WV
OSTI ID:
6441269
Journal Information:
J. Pet. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 39:7; ISSN JPTJA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English