Low-Toxicity, Low-Flammability, Environmentally-Safe, Friction Reducer Fluid For Hydraulic Fracturing

摘要

Improved hydraulic fracturing compositions are disclosed which help reduce potential negative environmental impact by hydraulic fracturing. The disclosed compositions have flammability and toxicity and are relatively safe for the environment. The compositions may also contain biodegradable components.

主权项

1. A composition comprising:
a glycol ether having the formula of R1-O—R2-OH, wherein R1 is a aliphatic alkyl having 2-18 carbons, or an aromatic group and derivatives thereof, R2 may be a branched or unbranched alkyl group having 2-18 carbons; an alkylene carbonate, wherein said alkylene carbonate is a carbonate ester being formed by carbonic acid and an alkylene glycol, said alkylene glycol having a formula HO—R3-OH, wherein R3 is a branched or unbranched alkyl group having 2-18 carbons, and a biodegradable solvent.