Abstract
This chapter is a basic introduction to the most recent progress in methane hydrate exploration and real-field development. Activities in major drilling and production sites in Canada (Mackenzie Delta), Japan (Nankai Trough), and China (Shenhu in the South China Sea) are introduced with their locations, production behaviors, problems, and current stages. Though the production methods (depressurization, thermal stimulation, CO2 replacement) diverge in safety and efficiency, potential has been confirmed for future large-scale utilization. With major active regions/states with ongoing projects, a detailed picture of worldwide hydrates explorations is summarized in this chapter. Those most recent developments show new possibilities in methane hydrate utilization in the coming decades with emerging technologies in this field.
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