Orphaned and abandoned wells can present a risk to the environment and public by emitting methane, contaminating groundwater, and/or impacting ecosystems.

Join the National Academies' Board on Earth Sciences and Resources on July 18 and 19, 2024 for a workshop to discuss existing practices and standards for plugging orphaned and/or abandoned hydrocarbon wells, including current best practices around well-plugging technologies, standards, and procedures.

Visit the event webpage for the most up-to-date information about this workshop.

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