Understanding the basics of oil formation and extraction can help wastewater experts to select appropriate treatment technologies. Following a more detailed discussion on the process of low salinity water flooding, and the impact of water cut on Produced Water, a comparison of desalination technologies is provided including evaluation metrics. The LoSal? Enhanced Oil Recovery is discussed in the context of a process flow diagram.

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First NameRobert
Last NameHuehmer, PE
KeywordsLow Salinity Water Flooding, Comparing Produced Water Desalination Options, LoSal Enhanced Oil Recovery
Year13
FilePC-5-4_HuehmerRobert.pdf