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Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms that LDNR Can Only Recover Emergency Response Costs Under La. R.S. 30:93(A)(4) from the Operator of Record and its Working Interest Owners

The Energy Law

In Litel Explorations, LLC v. million dollars in emergency costs from prior operators of an orphaned well. The Court held that, when the LDNR spends monies from the Oilfield Site Restoration Fund on emergencies, it can only recoup those costs from the well’s operator of record and its working interest owners. LLC , 21-0741 (La.

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Western District of Louisiana Holds that Unit Operators May Not Recover Post-Production Costs from an Unleased Mineral Owner’s Share of Production Proceeds

The Energy Law

District Court for the Western District of Louisiana held that a unit operator may not recover post-production costs from an unleased mineral owner’s share of production proceeds in Allen Johnson, et al. 30:10 governed whether a unit operator may deduct post-production costs against UMO’s share of production proceeds. [3]

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AI advisor helps exploration geologists make better, faster predictions

IBM: Oil & Gas

We gained these benefits from a recent project to apply artificial intelligence (AI) to early exploration research. This helps them to make better and faster decisions in the intense competition for gas and oil exploration contracts. Finding the relevant information by conventional means is time consuming.

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The Smackover Formation: Unveiling the Lithium Potential

The Energy Law

The rising demand for lithium, combined with Federal tax credits for lithium production, has intensified lithium exploration efforts. Formed during the Jurassic period, this geological formation has been tapped for oil and gas, as well as brine for production of bromine, since the 1950s.

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AI in Oil and Gas – A Game-Changer for Efficiency and Profitability

Aresco

AI-powered technologies are enabling companies to optimize operations, enhance oil and gas exploration, and prevent costly disruptions. From predictive maintenance to real-time data analytics, AI solutions are revolutionizing how oil and gas companies operate, analyze vast amounts of data, and reduce risk across the board.

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A Primer on CCUS Regulation in Louisiana

The Energy Law

Like traditional exploration and development, CCUS projects require the operator to secure both the necessary private property rights from landowners as well as regulatory approval from the appropriate administrative agency in order to proceed. In addition to the unit order, the operator must receive approval for its injection wells.

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Production in Paying Quantities: Maintaining Mineral Leases Beyond Their Primary Terms with Production of Oil or Gas

The Energy Law

The sharp decline in oil prices over the past year and a half has had a significant impact on operators and mineral lessees in Louisiana and in other oil-producing states. Mineral lessees may be particularly concerned with whether recent production levels have maintained their leases beyond their primary terms.

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