Challenge Theme:
Reducing Product Loss and Methane Emissions from Marginal Wells and Oil & Gas Facilities in Oklahoma through the Energy Addition

Challenge Background:
Oklahoma’s marginal conventional oil and natural gas wells remain an important part of the state’s energy portfolio, supporting local jobs, communities, and energy security. However, methane product loss from wells and associated facilities represents both an environmental challenge and an economic opportunity.

The ROSA Energy Challenge asks students to develop integrated solutions that support Energy Sustainability by balancing:
• Energy Security and Reliability
• Environmental Stewardship
• Affordability

using the University of Tulsa’s Energy Addition framework. Rather than focusing only on technology, student teams will evaluate the challenge through the four foundational pillars of the TU Center of Energy Studies.

Challenge Objective:
Develop a practical strategy for reducing methane product loss from marginal conventional wells and oil and gas facilities in Oklahoma while improving energy reliability, economic value, environmental performance, and community benefits.

Teams should present recommendations that integrate engineering, business, legal and regulatory considerations, and stakeholder engagement.