Spatial and Temporal Variations in Reservoir Geomechanics that Impact Production, Eor, Co2 Sequestration Operations and Field-Wide Well Placement; Case Studies from Southeast Asia

There is an arsenal of sophisticated engineering and reservoir tools available to E&P operators designed to serve one primary purpose; maximize production, minimize drilling problems and predict reservoir performance. The purpose of this paper is not to review these sophisticated tools, but rather to add an important factor when faced to evaluate when to use these advanced technologies. In brief, one needs to consider the dynamic characteristics of the earth, specifically, the earth’s stress field operating in your assets.