Innovations in the Oilfield Finding Savings in Solid Drilling Waste创新在油田寻找节约固体废物钻PPT42.ppt

After years of research, experiments and real-life applications, technology was developed to recycle, treat, and/or dispose of solid drilling waste * * * A typical cost comparison of treating 400 cubic yards of drilled solids onsite using S/S technology and processes versus hauling and disposing offsite is the difference between $54,000 and $130,375. The peace of mind in the elimination of future contamination liability is immeasurable. * * * * * * Traditional Approaches: Haul to a Commercial Facility Cons Less universal regulations Large processing facilities could have impact on nearby populations or surrounding environment (including increased risks associated with airborne particulate emissions) Drilling can be interrupted Some states have few or no disposal sites (cost-prohibitive) * Cutting-Edge Solutions How can oil and gas operators follow the EPA Waste Hierarchy to optimize regulatory compliance while minimizing disturbances to land, vegetation, water, air, natural habitats and communities? How can cost savings be achieved? * Cutting-Edge Solutions: Solidification/Stabilization Proven, field technology used to treat contaminated sediment, sludge and soils Involves mixing contaminated solid waste materials with treatment reagents to cause physical or chemical changes that will reduce environmental impact Solidification: encapsulates contaminants Stabilization: adsorbs contaminants * Solidification/Stabilization Solidification Entrap contaminants within a solid matrix Coating of contaminant molecule Organics are generally immobilized due to reduced hydraulic conductivity Stabilization Bind or complex contaminants May involve chemical transformation Metallic contaminants are stabilized by precipitation or by interaction (e.g. sorption) with cement matrix * The Process Identify constituents of the solid drilling waste Determine/design the most appropriate reuse, treatment and/or disposal options Build/close the site accordingly Verify success or indic