Research and analysis

Minimising risks from fluid reinjection to deep geological formations

Provides a greater understanding of the issues related to re-injecting water back into the oil reservoir when extracting oil or gas from the ground

From:
Environment Agency
Published
10 October 2017

Documents

Minimising risks from fluid reinjection to deep geological formations: summary

Ref: SC150027/S

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Minimising risks from fluid reinjection to deep geological formations: report

Ref: ISBN 978-1-84911-396-0, SC150027/R

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Details

This report provides a greater understanding of the issues related to re-injecting water back into the oil reservoir when extracting oil or gas from the ground. It provides recommendations on how to manage risks from commonly used reinjection practices and describes alternatives such as offsite treatment and disposal.

The report will help the Environment Agency to make decisions about the regulation of the onshore oil and gas industry in England.

Published 10 October 2017