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Exploration & Development Research Institute • The exploration potential of offshore southwest Taiwan has been significantly enhanced through a comprehensive three-year integrated study encompassing geology, geophysics, and geochemistry. The results of this study underpin the hydrocarbon prospectivity of the region, revealing evidence for the potential presence of two distinct petroleum systems within the Tainan Basin. Furthermore, the findings suggest the presence of multiple reservoirs with substantial hydrocarbon accumulations across various exploration play types. • The project evaluated the exploration potential of permit areas within the offshore Canning region, northwest Australia, through an integrated approach involving well correlation, seismic interpretation, source rock evaluation, and basin modeling. The results provide critical insights to inform exploration strategies and mitigate exploration risks within permit area WA-533-P. • Conducted an assessment of the hydrocarbon potential in the Nogal basin, Africa, and the Somaliland oil field. The study included a detailed analysis of the Cretaceous stratigraphic sequence within the Nogal basin and a comprehensive screening of exploration prospects in Somaliland oil field. • Developed simulation and evaluation techniques for Enhanced Geothermal Systems(EGS) and Advanced Geothermal Systems (AGS), applying them to analyze and quantify the power generation potential of target geothermal fields. • Developed a discharge and productivity test for the applicability of different geothermal fields. Designed precise techniques for measuring enthalpy, incorporating analyses of geothermal fluids and non-condensable gas components. These methods were applied to optimize enthalpy assessments for geothermal wells. • Integrated exploration data to construct a 3D geothermal conceptual model of the Matsao area in the Tatun Mountain region, delineating the volume and spatial distribution of the weak acidic reservoir. Based on the model, six potential drilling sites were proposed. Conducted autoclave experiments to identify suitable alloys for handling acidic geothermal fluids. Additionally, performed an economic analysis of developing acidic wells, incorporating the use of corrosion-resistant alloys and acid-base neutralization technologies to ensure operational feasibility and cost efficiency. • To ensure the safety of TCS carbon sequestration demonstration site, continuous monitoring stations for atmospheric and soil gases are being established to promptly detect changes in carbon dioxide concentrations. Furthermore, techniques for flow-geomechanics coupling simulation and microseismic event localization are being developed to devise suitable injection strategies and clarify any correlations with seismic activities. • To assess the potential of nearshore and offshore carbon sequestration sites, newly collected seismic data is being used to update the evaluation results of carbon sequestration potential. Furthermore, an investigation of carbon emission sources in the central and southern regions has been completed, along with an analysis of the CCS value chain under different capacity scenarios, which will serve as a reference for the development plan. • Developed techniques to distinguish gasoline produced by CPC and Formosa Petrochemical Corporation using carbon- hydrogen isotope ratios, and investigated the changes in gasoline composition caused by weathering factors. • Investigated the bioremediation of diesel-contaminated soils with varying textures using bioslurry applications. Enhanced TPHd (Total Petroleum Hydrocarbon as diesel) degradation efficiency by stimulating microbial activity through aeration and nutrient supplementation. Conducted a pilot-scale test employing the bioslurry method to evaluate bioremediation performance. • Developed numerical simulation methods to analyze the transport behavior of diesel contamination and evaluated remediation efficiency and optimal operational conditions for CPC’s contaminated sites. / Research and Development 29