WPC study yields reserves classification, nomenclature

Journal Article · Mon Nov 21 04:00:00 EST 1983 · Oil Gas J.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6887755

At this year's World Petroleum Congress in London, a study group recommended a universal classification and nomenclature system for petroleum and petroleum reserves (OG), Sept. 5, p. 70). The classification of hydrocarbons and the nomenclature of oil and gas reserves have been featured in earlier Congresses in one form or another. The need for some standardization of definitions and concepts has long been emphasized, but a Study Group was set up for the first time for the 11th WPC to review: The oil and gas classification systems in current use, and focus on the development of a universal system embracing all types of naturally occurring hydrocarbons of present and potential commercial interest; The nomenclature used by various countries and organizations in reporting estimates of reserves, and focus on the development of a simple, practical, readily understandable system which would receive general acceptance. The Study Group consisted of representatives of Canada, The Netherlands, U.K., U.S., and Venezuela. National committees were asked for pertinent information on both aspects of the study--petroleum classification and petroleum reserves. Group members exchanged research material, lists of primary definitions, and references and sought opinions from a wide circle of contacts. The Group held several meetings beginning in 1980.

• OSTI ID: 6887755
• Journal Information: Oil Gas J.; (United States), Journal Name: Oil Gas J.; (United States) Vol. 81:47; ISSN OIGJA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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ENERGY SOURCES
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FLUIDS
FOSSIL FUELS
FUEL GAS
FUELS
GAS FUELS
GASES
HYDROCARBONS
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
LATIN AMERICA
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ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
PETROLEUM
RESERVES
RESOURCES
SOUTH AMERICA
STANDARDIZED TERMINOLOGY
UNITED KINGDOM
USA
VENEZUELA
WESTERN EUROPE