Name
California’s Oilfield History and Modern Plugging Innovations
Date & Time
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Speakers

Description
Explore the rich history of California’s oil industry and its influence on today’s plugging challenges. From the first commercial well in 1897 to its role in shaping Los Angeles into a major metropolis, California’s oil legacy offers valuable insights.
Key topics include:
• A recent high-risk plugging case: lessons learned and broader applications.
• Wells embedded in downtown Los Angeles and their urban challenges.
• How oil fueled LA’s population boom from 50,000 to 2 million.
• Modern challenges: legacy wells, evolving plugging standards, vapor barriers, and more.
• The role of AI and new technologies in addressing modern plugging complexities.