Los Angeles Basin Oil and Gas Assessment: Advanced Geophysical Exploration Technology Enables Precision Resource Detection

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recently released its assessment of undiscovered oil and gas resources beneath the Los Angeles Basin, estimating technically recoverable resources of 61 million barrels of oil and 240 billion cubic feet of gas. This report has reignited interest in advanced geophysical exploration technologies.

Since exploration began in the Los Angeles Basin in the 1880s, approximately 9 billion barrels of oil have been produced or discovered—equivalent to 14 months of current U.S. oil consumption. However, with nearly 150 years of exploration, the remaining undiscovered oil and gas resources are limited. The USGS highlights that modern geophysical exploration technologies continue to play a critical role in resource assessment.

In this context, innovation in geophysical exploration equipment is key. As a global leader in geophysical exploration instruments, Geotech Instrument Co., Ltd. offers a comprehensive range of advanced equipment, including electrical, magnetic, seismic, and radar systems. These instruments excel in applications such as oil and gas resource assessment, groundwater surveys, and engineering surveys.

For instance, Geotech’s Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT) and High-Density Electrical Method technologies enable high-precision imaging of subsurface structures, providing reliable data for oil and gas exploration. Additionally, Induced Polarization (IP) and Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) technologies are instrumental in resource evaluation. These technologies enhance detection accuracy while significantly reducing exploration costs.

The USGS report underscores the importance of technological advancements in detecting undiscovered resources. Geotech’s equipment, combined with advanced data processing and imaging capabilities, empowers clients to conduct efficient exploration in complex geological conditions. Whether in mature exploration areas like the Los Angeles Basin or emerging resource hotspots worldwide, Geotech’s solutions deliver precise geological insights.

As global demand for sustainable resource development grows, Geotech remains committed to developing smarter and more efficient geophysical exploration technologies to support the industry.