Microseismic Subsurface Diagnostics
ESG Solutions provides world-leading subsurface diagnostic solutions that drive decision-making for operations of every size. It configures proprietary microseismic technologies and applies deep geophysical expertise to deliver timely, actionable results for energy, mining, and geotechnical clients. Services span hydraulic fracture monitoring, induced seismicity monitoring, reservoir monitoring, mine microseismic monitoring, data processing and interpretation, and advanced analytics and consulting.
Custom subsurface diagnostics and well monitoring solutions for oil and gas operations to guide decision-making, completions, and reservoir planning.
Utilizes high-sensitivity geophone arrays, downhole tiltmeters, and fiber DAS to deliver insights into fracture networks.
Develops and operates reliable monitoring networks to manage risks associated with hydraulic fracturing and water injection in real time.
Monitors well casing integrity, fluid and hydrocarbon containment, and reservoir activity using downhole sensors and data acquisition systems.
Acquisition and processing services to enhance subsurface imaging.
Uses CSEM electromagnetic monitoring to observe subsurface fluid movement, fracturing, flowback, and water disposal.
Subsurface storage, injection, and containment monitoring solutions designed to de-risk energy transition and carbon storage operations.
Integrates downhole and surface microseismic data to assess CO2 containment risks and verify target zone containment.
Deploys 3C geophones, fiber optics, or integrated solutions to proactively protect reservoir integrity.
Uses DAS, cross-well, and in-well strain and temperature measurements to detect potential leaks and assess caprock integrity.
Tracks subsurface conditions for geothermal production and underground fluid or gas storage.
Microseismic diagnostics, monitoring systems, and data-driven solutions tailored for safety, uptime, and risk mitigation in mining and civil engineering projects.
Alerts operators in real time about changing rock conditions and ground hazards to manage seismic risk.
Designs, manufactures, and installs custom microseismic systems, offering worldwide field support and training.
Tailings dam, dam, rockfall, rail, vibration, and blast monitoring to protect infrastructure and optimize safety.
Expert geophysical analysis and reporting services that convert raw microseismic data into actionable operational insights.
Applies advanced algorithms, including 3D ray-tracing and velocity modeling, to process complex event data.
Delivers professional review and regular analysis on daily, weekly, or monthly schedules.
Geophysical consulting, custom software tools, and advanced microseismic analysis derived from decades of dedicated research and development.
Includes fault and fracture network clustering, vertical breakout analysis, and particle swarm optimization analysis.
Provides advanced custom software suites like Hyperion, SeisWatch, and Paladin data acquisition tools.
Ongoing technical services, system training, and regular maintenance to ensure continuous and accurate operation of microseismic installations.
Standard technical assistance and troubleshooting for all commissioned subsurface monitoring systems.
Hands-on training programs for operator personnel on hardware systems and processing software.
Regularly scheduled maintenance plans and technology updates to keep monitoring systems optimized.
Oil & Gas · Mining · Carbon Capture · Geothermal
Carbon Capture · Client: Shell
Integrated downhole and surface microseismic monitoring for Shell's Quest carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) project to assess CO2 containment and verify caprock integrity.
San Joaquin Valley, CA · Oil & Gas
Monitored a diatomite steaming operation in California's San Joaquin Valley using a permanent high-temperature microseismic monitoring array in vertical observation wells to analyze vertical breakout and fracture behavior.
Horn River Basin, British Columbia, Canada · Oil & Gas · Client: Nexen
Provided 24/7 real-time microseismic monitoring for a 143-stage multi-well horizontal fracture operation in British Columbia, capturing over 144,000 microseismic events to deliver insights into fracture geometry and vertical growth.
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada · Mining
Implemented proprietary SeisWatch large-event monitoring software at a deep underground mine to monitor seismic parameters following blasting or rockburst events, establishing safe evacuation and re-entry protocols.