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I’M John Duhault

BOARD ADVISOR | SUBSURFACE RISK | ENERGY STRATEGY | TECHNICAL DUE DILIGENCE

Senior geoscience executive and board advisor with over 40 years of experience in subsurface risk, exploration strategy, and capital-intensive decision support across global energy systems. Proven track record in identifying and mitigating geological and operational uncertainty to improve capital allocation, enhance resource development outcomes, and support long-term value creation. Extensive experience spanning exploration, development, M&A support, and energy transition-related subsurface risk, including CCUS and induced seismicity. Recognized for independent technical judgment, portfolio insight, and the ability to translate complex geoscience into defensible business decisions.

 

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Calgary, AB

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TOP SKILLS
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SUBSURFACE RISK OVERSIGHT

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BOARD-LEVEL TECHNICAL ADVISORY

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EXPLORATION & DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

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TECHNICAL DUE DILIGENCE

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SEISMIC INTERPRETATION

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PORTFOLIO EVALUATION & RESOURCE OPTIMIZATION

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Values and Ethics Training

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INDUCED SEISMICITY ANALYSIS & MONITORING

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GEOHAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK MAPPING

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CAPITAL EFFICIENCY & VALUE CREATION IN E&P ASSETS

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MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM LEADERSHIPS

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EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS & STAKEHOLDER ALIGNMENT

PROVEN TRACK RECORD IN

Subsurface Risk & Exploration Decision Support

  • Interpreted and integrated over 2,000 km² of 3D and 3,000+ km of 2D seismic data to support drilling decisions in structurally complex and unconventional reservoirs.
  • Identified critical subsurface risks and geohazards leading to improved well placement and higher drilling success rates across multiple basins.
  • Delivered independent technical evaluations used to guide exploration and development decisions in high-uncertainty environments.
  • Developed and delivered advanced geoscience interpretation frameworks used by operators and technical teams to reduce exploration risk.
  • Recognized subject matter expert in structural geophysics supporting onshore exploration programs and seismic acquisition strategy.

 

Capital Allocation, M&A Support & Value Creation

  • Contributed to M&A transactions resulting in asset valuations increasing up to 5x through improved technical positioning and reserve understanding.
  • Identified new exploration fairways and resource plays through reprocessing and reinterpretation of large seismic datasets, enabling 200+ drilling locations and ~$400MM NPV potential.
  • Founded and led energy ventures from inception to commercial production, including successful company exit delivering significant investor ROI.
  • Applied integrated geoscience and engineering analysis to optimize development strategies and improve capital efficiency across portfolios.
  • Provided technical insight supporting investment decisions, asset divestitures, and strategic repositioning of exploration portfolios.

 

Energy Transition Risk, CCUS & Regulatory Subsurface Integrity

  • Advised on subsurface storage risk for CCUS, wastewater disposal, and acid gas injection projects, supporting safe and compliant site selection.
  • Applied induced seismicity monitoring and interpretation to support regulatory confidence and operational risk mitigation.
  • Evaluated subsurface integrity risks associated with emerging energy transition infrastructure and long-term storage solutions.
  • Integrated advanced geophysical methods (including DAS/DTS fibre-optic technologies) to improve understanding of subsurface behavior in dynamic systems.
  • Provided technical expertise supporting responsible development of carbon storage and energy transition-related subsurface applications.

 

Thought Leadership & Executive Education

  • Recognized industry educator and speaker translating complex geoscience, risk, and energy transition topics into practical business insights for technical, executive, and governance audiences.

  • Developed and delivered professional education programs for geoscientists, engineers, executives, and industry organizations.

  • Frequent presenter on integrated geophysics, value creation, risk management, ethics, and energy transition technologies. Guest lecturer at post-secondary institutions and professional conferences.

  • Contributor to industry training initiatives focused on induced seismicity and microseismic interpretation.

  • Recognized for communicating complex technical issues in language accessible to decision-makers and stakeholders.

  • Creator of customized executive and technical workshops supporting organizational capability development.