CALGARY, Alberta, Canada -- March 18, 2024 -- InvestorsHub
NewsWire -- Prospera Energy Inc. ("Prospera" or the "Company")
(TSX.V:
PEI,
OTC: GXRFF, FRA: OF6B, OF6B.SG, OF6B.F, OF6B.BE) is pleased to
announce a 508% increase to its proven developed producing reserve
value of 27MM$, reflecting the success of PEI's 2023 development
program. In addition, the company's proven plus probable (2P)
reserve value increased by over 60MM$ to a total of 133MM$ –
largely driven by the undeveloped reserve value increase from 58MM$
to $98MM$.
PEI's December 31, 2023, year-end reserves were independently
assessed by InSite Petroleum Consultants Ltd. ("InSite") in
accordance with COGEH standards. The Insite report confirmed a
current recovery rate of 9% (of 397 MMbbl discovered OOIP) using a
combination of vertical and horizontal wells, primarily in core
assets located in Southwest and West-Central Saskatchewan
(>42,000 acres). PEI's 2P reserve value only reflects a portion
of the remaining recoverable reserves and does not include the
development of the largest core property in Saskatchewan (282 MMbbl
OOIP) that is scheduled to commence exploitation in 2024. Also,
there have been no improved recovery method benefits applied to
these fields to date, yet. These upcoming development and enhanced
recovery methods are expected to provide substantial steady upside
to PEI's future reserves valuation.
The 2023 Reserves Report demonstrates substantial upside
for PEI, with highlights as follows:
- PDP reserves increased 508% from 4.4MM$ to 27.1MM$ at a
discount rate of 10%.
- 2P reserves increased by 60.8MM$ from 72.5MM$ to 133.3MM$ at a
discount rate of 10%.
- Total proved and probable reserves value increased by 25% from
4,306 to 5,403 Mboe (97% liquids).
- The reserve life index increased by 6% from 28 to 30
years.
- PEI elected to apply modest price of 79$/bbl (WCS) for NPV
estimation, allowing for substantial NPV appreciation if oil price
sustains.
- 2024 TPP F&D costs of $5.7/boe (4.3x recycle ratio).
- Net asset value per share:
- TP of $0.21 & TPP of $0.31
NI 51-101 Table
2.1.1
The following table discloses, in the aggregate, the Corporation's
gross and net proved and probable reserves estimated using forecast
prices and costs by product type. "Forecast prices and costs" means
future prices and costs in the InSite Report that are generally
accepted as being a reasonable outlook of the future or fixed or
currently determinable future ,prices or costs to which the
Corporation is bound.
Prospera Energy Inc.
Summary of Oil and Gas Reserves as of December 31, 2023 |
Reserves Category
|
Light and Medium Oil
(Mbbl) |
Heavy Oil
(Mbbl) |
Solution Gas
(MMcf) |
Gas
(MMcf) |
Gross |
Net |
Gross |
Net |
Gross |
Net |
Gross |
Net |
Proved Developed Producing |
232 |
200 |
1,044 |
994 |
50 |
19 |
70 |
65 |
Proved Developed Non-Producing |
23 |
20 |
305 |
301 |
25 |
19 |
58 |
54 |
Proved Undeveloped |
99 |
80 |
1,934 |
1,855 |
32 |
32 |
|
|
Total Proved |
354 |
300 |
3,283 |
3,149 |
106 |
69 |
128 |
119 |
Total Probable |
266 |
218 |
1,364 |
1,231 |
30 |
20 |
555 |
498 |
Total Proved + Probable |
620 |
518 |
4,647 |
4,380 |
136 |
89 |
683 |
617 |
Gross reserves are the working interest share only. Net reserves
are the working interest gross reserves plus all royalty interest
reserves receivable less all royalty burdens payable. Conventional
natural gas (solution) includes all gas produced in association
with light, medium and heavy crude oil.
Remaining
Reserves
Remaining reserves of oil and gas have been determined as of
December 31, 2023. A summary of property gross and total company
reserves follows:
Prospera Energy Inc. |
Summary of Reserves as of December 31, 2023 |
|
Proved Developed Producing |
|
Total Proved Plus Probable |
|
Oil – Mbbl |
|
|
|
|
Property Gross |
1,748 |
|
7,311 |
|
Company WI |
1,276 |
|
5,267 |
|
Company Net |
1,194 |
|
4,898 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Gas – MMcf |
|
|
|
|
Property Gross |
145 |
|
987 |
|
Company WI |
120 |
|
819 |
|
Company Net |
84 |
|
706 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
BOEs – MBOE |
|
|
|
|
Property Gross |
1,772 |
|
7,476 |
|
Company WI |
1,296 |
|
5,403 |
|
Company Net |
1,208 |
|
5,015 |
|
Product
Prices
The InSite base product price forecast, effective January 1, 2024,
was used for this evaluation, a copy of which is included in the
InSite Report. To estimate actual received prices, adjustments were
made to crude oil and by-products prices for quality and
transportation tariffs. Similarly, adjustments were made to gas
prices for heating value and transportation. It is assumed that the
adjustment factors and increments will remain constant throughout
the forecasts. Revenue data provided by the Company was used to
quantify price adjustments. If such data was unavailable, typical
values for the area were used to estimate price adjustments. Risks
of political and economic uncertainties could affect future results
and could cause results to differ materially from those expressed
in this evaluation.
Economic
Results
Summarized as follows is the NPV of the Corporation's future net
revenue attributable to the reserves categories previously
tabulated, estimated using forecast prices and costs, before
deducting future income tax expenses, and without discount and
using discount rates of 5%, 10%, 15% and 20%. Future net revenue
includes all resource income and is after capital investments,
operating expenses, and royalties.
Prospera Energy Inc.
NPV of Future Net Revenue as of December 31, 2023
NPV before Income Taxes (M$C) |
|
|
|
Proved Developed
Producing |
|
Total Proved |
|
Proved Plus Probable |
|
Undiscounted |
0 |
% |
30,905 |
|
131,261 |
|
209,549 |
|
Discounted |
5 |
% |
29,857 |
|
108,092 |
|
164,900 |
|
|
10 |
% |
27,051 |
|
89,920 |
|
133,312 |
|
|
15 |
% |
24,407 |
|
76,147 |
|
110,652 |
|
|
20 |
% |
22,196 |
|
65,581 |
|
93,893 |
|
Future operating costs are based on historical data. Wherever
unavailable, they were estimated from analogous operations in the
vicinity of the properties. The inflation of capital and operating
costs is assumed to be 2.0% per annum after 2024.
InSite has included cost estimates of well abandonment and
reclamation for all existing wells, regardless of reserves
assignment, and undeveloped locations assigned reserves. Estimates
have been prepared based on historical costs and published guidance
from provincial liability management or rating. It is understood
that all abandonment and reclamation costs of wells and facilities
have been accounted for by the Company.
After Tax
Results
As mandated by NI 51-101, after tax results are shown in the
various tables of the InSite Report. After-tax calculations at the
company level incorporated tax legislation and tax pool details for
the Company, complying with the guidelines and philosophy of NI
51-101 in all material aspects. All future capital cost estimates
herein have been categorized by tax pool definitions and used to
supplement the year-end tax pool information provided by the
Company. The year-end tax pool, as provided by the Company, is
summarized below:
- Canadian Oil and Gas Property Expense (COGPE) $11,902,793
- Canadian Development Expense (CDE) $19,743,881
- Capital Cost Allowance (CCA Class 8,10,13,41,45) $2,274.
- Non-Capital Losses (100%) $8,846,004
Qualification
To prepare their evaluation, a technical presentation of properties
was made by the Company to InSite. Data required by them was
sourced from the Company, industry references and regulatory
bodies. Neither field inspection nor environmental review of these
properties were conducted by InSite, nor deemed necessary.
Generally accepted engineering methods were employed to estimate
reserves and forecast production. The InSite Report follows the
Practice Standards and Guidelines of the Association of
Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) and
adheres in all material aspects to the business practices,
evaluation procedures, and reserve definitions contained within NI
51-101 and the COGEH Handbook.
Production &
Development
As per the Corporate Production Diagram (above) Prospera
attained peaks rates of approximately 1,800 boepd in late December
2023. Additional production was shut-in to complete the drilling
program. A combination of shut-in and new production from
horizontal wells provided the capacity at an estimated 2,200 boepd.
However, in January (as shown), the freezing weather conditions
reduced existing production to an average of 900 boepd and
curtailed shut-in and new well production. Compared to 2022, 2023
corporate production rebounded much quicker from these wintry
weather conditions due to infrastructure improvements. Currently
Prospera is producing 1,200 boepd with an additional 500 boepd to
bring online.
The success from PEI's 2023 drilling program supports the 2024
robust development plan to drill vertical / directional /
horizontal wells in the medium oil property and horizontals in the
core Saskatchewan assets. Furthermore, PEI also has planned to
pilot a pressure support scheme to further improve recovery. The
2024 development plan is to be funded through a combination of cash
flow and non-dilutive credit facilities to be secured against the
27MM$ of PDP reserves value. PEI's robust 2024 capital development
and acquisition plan is to achieve a 2024 year-end exit target rate
of 5,000 boepd.
About Prospera
Prospera Energy Inc. (TSX.V: PEI, OTC: GXRFF, FRA: OF6B) is a
publicly traded energy company based in Western Canada,
specializing in the exploration, development, and production of
crude oil and natural gas. Prospera is primarily focused on
optimizing hydrocarbon recovery from legacy fields through
environmentally safe and efficient reservoir development methods
and production practices. Prospera was restructured in the first
quarter of 2021 to become profitable and in compliance with
regulatory, environmental, municipal, landowner, and service
stakeholders.
The company is in the midst of a three-stage restructuring
process aimed at prioritizing cost effective operations while
appreciating production capacity and reducing liabilities. Prospera
has completed the first phase by optimizing low hanging
opportunities, attaining free cash flow, while bringing operation
to safe operating condition, all while remaining compliant.
Currently, Prospera is executing phase II of the restructuring
process, the horizontal transformation intended to accelerate
growth and capture the significant oil in place (400 million bbls).
These horizontal wells allow PEI to reduce its environmental and
surface footprint by eliminating the numerous vertical well leases
along the lateral path. Phase III of Prospera's corporate
redevelopment strategy is to optimize recovery through EOR
applications. Furthermore, Prospera will pursue its acquisition
strategy to diversify its product mix and expand its core area. Its
goal is to attain 50% light oil, 40% heavy oil and 10% gas.
PEI continues to apply efforts to minimize its environmental
footprint. Also, efforts to reduce and eventually eliminate
emissions, alongside pursuing innovative ESG methods to enhance API
quality, thereby achieving higher margins and eliminating the need
for diluents.
For Further Information:
Shawn Mehler, PR
Email: investors@prosperaenergy.com
Website: www.prosperaenergy.com
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release contains forward-looking statements relating
to the future operations of the Corporation and other statements
that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often
identified by terms such as "will," "may," "should," "anticipate,"
"expects" and similar expressions. All statements other than
statements of historical fact included in this release, including,
without limitation, statements regarding future plans and
objectives of the Corporation, are forward-looking statements that
involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that
such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and
future events could differ materially from those anticipated in
such statements.
Although Prospera believes that the expectations and
assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are
reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the
forward-looking statements because Prospera can give no assurance
that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking
statements address future events and conditions, by their very
nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual
results could differ materially from those currently anticipated
due to a number of factors and risks. These include, but are not
limited to, risks associated with the oil and gas industry in
general (e.g., operational risks in development, exploration and
production; delays or changes in plans with respect to exploration
or development projects or capital expenditures; the uncertainty of
reserve estimates; the uncertainty of estimates and projections
relating to production, costs and expenses, and health, safety and
environmental risks), commodity price and exchange rate
fluctuations and uncertainties resulting from potential delays or
changes in plans with respect to exploration or development
projects or capital expenditures.
The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the
preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be
incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to
differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous
known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of
which are beyond the control of Prospera. As a result, Prospera
cannot guarantee that any forward-looking statement will
materialize, and the reader is cautioned not to place undue
reliance on any forward- looking information. Such information,
although considered reasonable by management at the time of
preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may
differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking
statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified
by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements
contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news
release, and Prospera does not undertake any obligation to update
publicly or to revise any of the included forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events
or otherwise, except as expressly required by Canadian securities
law.
Neither TSXV nor its Regulation Services Provider (as
that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV) accepts
responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this
release.
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