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- 2. Wetland areas, often found in oil exploration zones, presenting challenges for drilling.
- 5. Underground or artificial storage areas for oil, gas, or water.
- 6. Referring to oil or gas exploration and drilling done at sea, typically in deep water.
- 10. The physical systems needed for energy distribution, such as power lines and grids.
- 13. The process of changing from one energy system to another, especially from fossil fuels to renewables.
- 15. A gaseous form of fuel, such as natural gas, used for heating, electricity generation, and industry.
- 16. The process of teaching and learning, crucial for advancing knowledge and skills in energy related fields.
- 17. Referring to operations or exploration activities conducted on land, as opposed to offshore.
- 20. The quality of being steady or unchanging, especially important in energy supply.
- 22. The study of minerals, including their composition, properties, and distribution.
- 25. The process of converting systems or services to be powered by electricity.
- 28. The process of creating holes in the Earth’s surface to extract oil, gas, or water.
- 30. A long, usually underground or underwater system used to transport oil, gas, or other materials.
- 32. Substances released into the air, typically referring to pollutants or greenhouse gases from burning fuels.
- 34. An oil rich region in southern Nigeria, critical to the country's petroleum industry.
- 36. The layers of the Earth below the surface, often studied for resources like oil, gas, and minerals.
- 37. The study of Earth’s physical properties, especially its magnetic, gravitational, and seismic characteristics.
- 41. The scientific study of Earth’s physical properties, including its composition, structure, and processes.
- 42. Ensuring a reliable and continuous supply of energy, especially in the face of political or economic uncertainty.
- 46. A naturally occurring liquid used for fuel and industrial purposes, derived from the Earth’s crust.
- 48. The act of introducing something new or improving existing methods or technologies.
- 49. Energy sources that produce little to no environmental impact, such as wind, solar, or hydropower.
- 50. The power required to perform work, often derived from various sources such as oil, gas, or renewables.
- 51. A major city in Nigeria, known for its significant role in the country’s economy.
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- 1. Referring to environmentally friendly practices or technologies that minimize harm to the planet.
- 3. The process of extracting natural resources and converting them into usable forms of energy or materials.
- 4. Organic compounds made of hydrogen and carbon, found in fossil fuels like oil and natural gas.
- 7. The study of the physical properties of rocks, particularly those that store hydrocarbons.
- 8. The process of reducing or eliminating carbon emissions from energy sources.
- 9. The ability to recover quickly from setbacks or challenges.
- 11. Tools, systems, or processes developed to solve problems or enhance capabilities, especially in energy production and management.
- 12. The process of delivering energy or goods from producers to consumers.
- 14. A scientist who studies the Earth, particularly its structure, materials, and processes.
- 18. The process of searching for valuable natural resources like oil or gas.
- 19. The quality of being inexpensive or within financial reach for most people.
- 21. A set of guidelines or principles adopted by governments or organizations to guide actions.
- 23. A specific geographic area, often used in the context of oil fields or areas of exploration.
- 24. The process of improving or expanding energy systems, including infrastructure and technologies.
- 26. A large, often sediment filled depression in the Earth’s surface where resources like oil or gas are found.
- 27. Referring to waves or vibrations caused by geological processes, used to study the Earth's interior.
- 29. Systematic investigation to gather knowledge, often used in the exploration and development of energy resources.
- 31. The shift from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources such as renewables.
- 33. The study of sedimentary rocks and processes, including the deposition of materials like sand, mud, and silt.
- 35. The ability or right to obtain something, such as electricity or energy services.
- 38. Another name for Lagos
- 39. The ability to consistently perform well over time, especially in energy systems.
- 40. A liquid fossil fuel, typically refined into products like gasoline and diesel.
- 43. Achieving maximum productivity with the least amount of wasted energy or resources.
- 44. The creation of simulations or representations of systems, such as geological formations, to predict their behavior.
- 45. The system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services in a region or country.
- 47. Energy sources that naturally replenish, such as solar or wind power.