On the subject of exploration economic analyses and risk assessments
Conference
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· AAPG Bulletin
OSTI ID:6584638
- Geoscience Data Management, Dallas, TX (United States)
Economic analyses are as crucial to the evaluation of exploratory ventures as good science. As explorationists we must understand the economic impact of our plays and prospects, since it is futile to be scientifically successful and economically bankrupt. Although collectively, as geoscientists, we recognize the importance of the economic assessments, we may vary drastically in our methodologies and in agreeing on which economic indicators to rely upon. Undiscounted vs. discounted factors, profit-to-investment ratios vs. rates of return, before vs. after tax calculations, risked vs. unrisked estimates, the [open quotes]subjective nature[close quotes] of risk assessments, and our [open quotes]choice[close quotes] of economic yardsticks illustrate examples of the dilemma. In summary, there are no accepted industry-wide standards involving risk analysis and economic appraisals. This paper presents a suggested approach for eliminating [open quotes]subjectivity[close quotes] from risk analysis by establishing internal standards to be agreed upon by all members of any given exploration team. The [open quotes]probability of success[close quotes] is defined as the product of specific parameters which may directly affect the success or failure of the exploratory venture utilizing a numerical scale and a classification system derived for this purpose. In addition, a quantitative definition of exploratory [open quotes]leads[close quotes] versus [open quotes]prospects[close quotes] is developed.
- OSTI ID:
- 6584638
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-960527--
- Conference Information:
- Journal Name: AAPG Bulletin Journal Volume: 5
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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