We must plug old oil and gas wells

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Jean Paul Getty, the famously frugal, art-collecting oil magnate, had a simple recipe for success: “Rise early, work late, strike oil.”

However, he never mentioned anything about tidying up after himself. As a result, we have left the face of our planet pock-marked by abandoned and unplugged oil and gas wells. The consequences could be dire for both the environment and the human communities near these wells. Fortunately, researchers at Binghampton University, in New York State, believe they now have a solution.

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  1. CasperKris12 August, 2025

    thanks for sharing this info with us!

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  2. Mac Roob16 August, 2025

    Plugging old wells is essential for safety and environmental protection. A Petroleum Management Training Program ensures that future leaders are trained in sustainable decommissioning practices.

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