CX-010963: Categorical Exclusion Determination

Development of Nanoparticle-Stabilized Foams To Improve Performance of Water-less Hydraulic Fracturing CX(s) Applied: A1, B3.6 Date: 09/16/2013 Location(s): Texas Offices(s): National Energy Technology Laboratory

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September 16, 2013
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Development of Nanoparticle-Stabilized Foams To Improve Performance of Water-less Hydraulic Fracturing
CX(s) Applied: A1, B3.6
Date: 09/16/2013
Location(s): Texas
Offices(s): National Energy Technology Laboratory

The overall objective of this project is to develop nanoparticle-stabilized foams for hydraulic fracturing applications. Specifically, will focus on Carbon Dioxide (CO2)-in-water (C/W), Nitrogen (N2) -in-water (N/W) foams.