In situ recovery of fossil energy resources

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The terminology in situ recovery of fossil energy resources as used today, commonly refers to the conversion of a fossil energy resource into liquid and gaseous fuels, in the place in which the resource occurs. Generally, these resources, whether they be oil shale, coal or tar sands are either of low grade or are too inaccessible to be effectively recovered by conventional mining or other recovery techniques. In situ recovery may also be environmentally, economically and occupationally more attractive. Moreover, a significant portion of the nation's energy resources are well suited for in situ development. With the short fall of energy projected for the future, the government, under ERDA has accelerated its program in research and development and demonstration of in situ recovery of fossil energy resources. In particular the Laramie Energy Research Center is engaged in research programs investigating the in situ development of oil shale, coal and tar sands. Ongoing field programs have

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