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Guyana’s massive Gas-to-Energy project will deliver more than just cheaper energy – Economist

In addition to providing more affordable energy, the US$900 million Gas-to-Energy project being pursued by the Guyana government in partnership with ExxonMobil will also provide an avenue for the advancement of industrialization in the new oil producing country. This is...

Exxon conducting geo-surveys for gas-to-energy pipeline

ExxonMobil affiliate Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Ltd (EEPGL) is set to undertake geotechnical and geophysical pipeline route surveys within Guyana’s Exclusive Economic Zone. According to the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD), this exercise is scheduled to conclude on October 15,...

Report on QC Alumni Association Oil and Gas Symposium, by Dr. Terrence R. Blackman

By Terrence R. Blackman, Ph.D. – OilNOW Part 1 On June 09, 2021, ExxonMobil announced newly identified, high-quality hydrocarbon-bearing reservoirs below the original Longtail-1 at Longtail-3 offshore Guyana. The well, located approximately two miles (3.5 kilometers) south of the Longtail-1 well,...

Gas supply is a catalyst for the energy transition, says Int’l Gas Union President

Joe Kang, President of the International Gas Union (IGU), whose members represent more than 95% of the global gas market, says gas supply is a catalyst for the energy transition. In a conversation with Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman at...

Major Guyana offshore support base targeting 2022 start-up, could service up to 12 wells per year

Work is on schedule for the operationalization of a major offshore oil and gas support shore base in Guyana by mid-2022 and for the operationalization of a containerized cargo, agricultural cargo and specialized cargo terminal by the end of...

Guyana in search of investors for landmark gas to energy project

The Guyana government is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for joint participation with the administration and ExxonMobil affiliate Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Limited (EEPGL) in designing or utilizing the outputs from its Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) and Liquified...

Natural Gas Liquids to be sold to 3rd parties when mega project comes on stream in 2024

Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) from the US$900 million gas-to-energy project set to come on stream in Guyana by 2024 will be sold to third parties, ExxonMobil said last week, as public scoping meetings for the development that is expected...

Experts say moving from heavy oil to gas consistent with planning for ‘environmentally sensitive future’

Updated July 11, 2021 Guyana's pursuit of a Gas-to-Energy project in four years is anticipated to significantly reduce energy costs and would also be in keeping with the country's goal for a green economy. Experts say the transition to gas...

Public scoping meetings will greatly assist in determining the best way to develop gas-to-power project – EPA

Guyana’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Thursday, July 8, kicked off its first virtual public scoping meeting on the proposed US$900 million gas-to-energy project, emphasising the need for members of the public to share their concerns and recommendations, which...

Eni makes significant oil discovery offshore Ghana

Italian multinational oil and gas company Eni said it has made a significant oil discovery on the Eban exploration prospect in CTP Block 4, offshore Ghana. The Eban - 1X well is the second well drilled in CTP Block...

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GEA urges businesses to decarbonize through energy efficiency, renewables and electric mobility

Guyanese businesses should use the lower electricity costs expected from the Gas-to-Energy project to invest in energy efficiency, renewable...