Navigating the Energy Transition: The Evolving Role of Petrophysicists and Opportunities for Growth
Northside Houston
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Seminar Date: Mar 27 2025
Registration Opens: Feb 14 2025 - Mar 27 2025
Time: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM (US CDT)
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Contact: Ali Eghbali (VP Northside, SPWLA Houston Chapter)
Corresponding: vpnorthside@spwla-houston.org
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Speaker : Dr. Jesus Salazar (ConocoPhillips)
Date : Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Time : 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (US CDT)
Venue : Baker Hughes, 2001 Rankin Rd, Houston, TX 77073
Admission : This event is proudly sponsored by Baker Hughes. Lunch is provided.
To reserve your seat, please ensure you register for this event using the link below.
Please register at least 1 day before seminar date to reserve lunch using the above provided link.
Parking Info : Guest parking is available free of charge. Upon arrival, please proceed to the front desk to check in.
Contact : Ali Eghbali
Corresponding : vpnorthside@spwla-houston.org
ABSTRACT:
The energy transition is a pressing topic, inspiring both optimism and concern. Key questions arise: Will renewable energy fully replace fossil fuels? What role will hydrocarbon’s exploration and production professionals play in the decades ahead? According to the International Energy Agency, by 2050, approximately 50% of the world’s energy consumption will still rely on fossil fuels. This highlights the crucial role petroleum engineers and geoscientists will continue to play in building a sustainable, energy-efficient economy. Petroleum Engineers, particularly formation evaluation specialists are uniquely positioned to drive the exploration of new energy resources and foster the development of cleaner technologies, while also remaining leaders in the responsible exploitation of fossil fuels. In this presentation, I will discuss the evolving role of petrophysicists in both the current oil and gas industry and the future energy landscape, sharing insights from my own career journey. Additionally, I will provide strategies for refining both technical and soft skills, helping to build a resilient, long-lasting professional career.
BIOGRAPHY:
Jesús M. Salazar earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin and his B.Sc. in Physics (with honors) from the Central University of Venezuela. In 2024, Salazar re-joined ConocoPhillips upon the acquisition of Marathon Oil in Houston where he works as a Petrophysicist for the Gulf Coast and Rockies Region, following various roles with Marathon Oil, ConocoPhillips, Occidental, and PDVSA across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Venezuela, working in various technology, exploration, and operations positions for over 25 years.. He served as President and VP of Technology for the Society of Petrophysicists and Well Log Analysts (SPWLA), Executive Editor of the peer-reviewed SPE Reservoir Evaluation and Engineering journal, and Associate Editor of Petrophysics. Jesús is currently Associate Editor for the SPE Journal and was recognized with the SPE Peer Apart Award in 2020 and selected one of SPE’s Distinguished Lecturer for the 2022–2023 season. Dr. Salazar has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, winning the Best Paper Award in Petrophysics in 2006. An avid traveler who has visited over 40 countries, Jesús enjoys running, hiking, watching movies, TV series, and MLB Baseball, and, above all, sharing these experiences with his wife and two children.