The extraction of natural gas from shale formations is no simple task and perhaps the most expensive when compared to over unconventional gases. Although, its popularity has grown over the years, there is much to be done to make their production and processing more cost-effective. Brief but comprehensive, Shale Gas Production Processes begins with an overview of the chemistry, engineering and technology of shale gas. This is quickly followed by self-contained chapters concerning new and evolving process technologies and their applications as well as environmental regulations.
Written in an easy to read format, Shale Gas Production Processes will prove useful for those scientists and engineers already engaged in fossil fuel science and technology as well as scientists, non-scientists, engineers, and non-engineers who wish to gain a general overview or update of the science and technology of shale gas. In addition, the book discusses methods used to reduce environmental footprint and improve well performance.

Preface vii

Chapter 1 Origin of Shale Gas 1

1.1 Introduction 1

1.2 Shale 2

1.3 Reservoirs 7

1.4 Shale Gas 10

1.5 Shale Gas and Energy Security 19

References 21

Chapter 2 Shale Gas Resources 25

2.1 Introduction 25

2.2 US Resources 29

2.3 World Resources 57

References 64

Chapter 3 Production Technology. 69

3.1 Introd uction 69

3.2 Well Drilling and Completion 73

3.3 Hyd ra ulic Fracturing 82

3.4 Production Trends 93

References 97

Chapter 4 Shale Gas Properties and Processing 101

4.1 Introd uction 101

4.2 Gas Processing 104

4.3 Shale Gas 110

4.4 Shale Gas Properties and Processing 111

References. 118

Chapter 5 Environmental Issues 121

5.1 Introduction 121

5.2 Environmental Regulations 123

5.3 Environmental Impact 128

5.4 Remediation Requirements and Outlook 143

References 146

Natural Gas Conversion Table 149

Glossary 151

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