Investigation of the Applicability of Environmentally Friendly Surfactants for Oil Recovery

Gerbovits, Ditta Adrienn and Nagy, Roland and Puskás, Sándor (2025) Investigation of the Applicability of Environmentally Friendly Surfactants for Oil Recovery. ACTA MATERIALIA TRANSYLVANICA (EN), 8 (1). pp. 8-12. ISSN 2601-8799

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Abstract

This study investigates the feasibility of producing surfactants (surface-active agents) from alternative, environmentally friendly raw materials for application in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) processes. The primary objective is to identify and evaluate sustainable feedstocks capable of replacing conventional, widely used surfactant materials that often pose environmental concerns. The paper provides a detailed overview of the analytical and physicochemical methods employed in the characterization of the synthesized surfactants, focusing on key parameters such as surface tension reduction, stability, and emulsification performance. The physicochemical properties of the newly developed surfactants are compared with those of commercially available agents currently used in EOR applications. The ultimate goal of this research is to support the development of sustainable and eco-conscious alternatives that maintain or improve oil recovery efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.

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