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Exploring Shostakovich’s Waltz No. 2: A Geoscientist’s Perspective

Marcel Chin-A-Lien reflects on his late father's birthday, expressing his connection between petroleum exploration and the emotional depth of Dmitri…

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Discover the Geology Behind Tour de France 2025

The Tour de France 2025 offers a unique experience by intertwining cycling with the geological, geographical, and historical narratives of…

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Exploring Pointe du Raz, La Douce France: The Intersection of Geology and Culture

In June 1975, a group of geology students explored Pointe du Raz in Brittany, France, uncovering its rich geological history…

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Unlocking Suriname’s Carbon Credit Potential: Lessons from Guyana

Suriname, a carbon-negative nation, has the potential to monetise its carbon credits for sustainable growth. However, gaps in institutional readiness,…

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Oil Wealth Management: Guyana and Suriname’s Strategies

The 2016 PSC for Guyana's Stabroek Block faces criticism for favoring IOCs, offering low royalties and minimal taxes, yet has…

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Guyana’s Oil Boom: Transforming the Nation (2015-2025)

From 2015 to 2025, Guyana transformed into a leading oil province following ExxonMobil's Liza discovery, resulting in significant offshore oil…

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TotalEnergies’ Strategic Move in Suriname’s Block 58

In December 2019, TotalEnergies entered offshore Suriname’s Block 58 after Apache’s Maka Central-1 discovery revealed significant oil potential. The supermajor…

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Suriname’s Oil Boom: The Journey of Block 58

Block 58 in offshore Suriname, initially marked by uncertainty after Apache's CEO resignation in 2019, gained momentum with a landmark…

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