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Did anyone see the Oil &
Gas Journal on August 15, 2023, their article titled, “Hess using
all-electric rigs in the Bakken”? In the
article, it speaks about Hess Corp. using four electric drilling rigs powered by Nabors
called Canrig PowerTAP highline power transformer module in their Bakken drilling
operations instead of diesel. The electric
powered rigs are tied into the electric utility grid and have onsite generators
in case there is a power outage. This Hess
pilot program which began in 2022 was a success with a second power source
because it improved dependability of the rig, has helped increase net
production from 163,000 boe/d compared to 152,000 boe/d in the first quarter of
2023, reduced traffic, odor, and noise. Hess
is planning to change over to these electric powered rigs in all its Bakken drilling
operations near power lines over the next five years because it is expected to reduce
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 50% and reduce energy costs by
70%. This is a good plan for cutting GHG
emissions which can help the planet by cleaning up emissions where we can and
make the air quality better for everyone. If you
would like to read more of the Oil &
Gas Journal’s article, please click the link: Hess
using all-electric rigs in the Bakken | Oil & Gas Journal (ogj.com).
If you would like help in looking
into how to transport and store your products and how clean energies may help
you cut your carbon footprint, contact us via the email in the blog and check
out our ESC's website!
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