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Perpetual Sees Positive Results at Alberta Wilrich Play
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In addition to its divestiture announcement, Perpetual Energy Inc. has reported an update on its Edson Wilrich property.
Operations Update - Edson Wilrich Liquids-Rich GasPositive operational results on the Wilrich liquids-rich gas play in the greater Edson area continue to drive momentum in this key diversifying growth strategy for Perpetual. During the fourth quarter, drilling operations have been completed on three gross (1.5 net) new horizontal wells targeting the Wilrich formation in the West Edson area of west central Alberta.
The drilling program was designed to more fully delineate the West Edson acreage. Two of the three wells have been completed by Perpetual and its joint venture partner at West Edson, Tourmaline Oil Corp., and tested at final flow rates of 26 MMcf/d at 11 MPa…
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