Sinopec discovers China’s first ultra-deep shale gas field in Sichuan Basin

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Sinopec has announced the discovery of China's first ultra-deep shale gas field in the Sichuan Basin, with significant reserves of 235.69 billion cubic meters. This discovery represents a major advancement in China's shale gas exploration efforts.

China Petroleum and Chemical Corp, or Sinopec, has announced the discovery of a proven geological reserve totaling 235.69 billion cubic meters at the Ziyang Dongfeng shale gas field in the Sichuan Basin, marking the birth of China’s first ultra-deep shale gas field of this scale. The breakthrough pushes the country’s shale gas exploration past the ...