Synopsis Authored by a distinguished expert who has a long and varied experience of over 5 decades in the Oil industry-this book covers the latest technological advances in the industry, besides highlighting the various alternate sources of energy. Illustrated through maps, diagrams and photographs, the text covers: techno-economic analysis and risk Factor evaluation, technological advances and exploration, Formation evaluation, evaluation of pressure regimes, Software Technologies and e-applications, alternative energy sources, and future thrust areas. Appended with an extensive glossary of terms, the book should be a valuable reference source for all Petroleum engineers and geologists. One of the most well-known petroleum geo-scientists of India, Dr. Bhagwan Sahay retired as Group General Manager, Oil & Natural Gas Corporation (India).