Conservative Reservoir Engineering: Principles of Uncertainty, Reserves Estimation, Reservoir Management, and Production Optimization

By Simon Malton

Reservoir engineering is not just about calculations-it is about making sound, defensible decisions when the data is incomplete and uncertainty is unavoidable.

Conservative Reservoir Engineering provides a practical and structured approach to evaluating subsurface conditions, estimating recoverable resources, forecasting performance, and making better development and production decisions.

Inside, readers will explore: Reservoir characterization and fundamental rock and fluid propertiesMaterial-balance and pressure analysisReserves evaluation and uncertainty assessmentProduction forecasting and reservoir performanceWaterflooding and enhanced recovery methodsReservoir simulation and history matchingWell placement and production optimizationReservoir management and field-development planningPractical worked examples, technical tables, illustrations, and exercisesDesigned for petroleum engineering students, reservoir engineers, industry professionals, researchers, and technical decision-makers, this textbook connects engineering fundamentals with the disciplined judgment required to manage uncertainty and protect long-term field value.

Make better assumptions. Evaluate uncertainty. Challenge optimistic forecasts. Make smarter reservoir decisions.

Add Conservative Reservoir Engineering to your library today and strengthen the engineering judgment behind every reservoir decision.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HJ21G176
• ISBN13: 9798172474903
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 1.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.5" x 11.0"