Jim brings to the table more than 40 years of specialised experience in drilling for energy, particularly in underbalanced drilling technology. His expertise focuses on non-damaging reservoir drilling, which enhances natural flow and can eliminate the need for hydraulic fracturing in critical formations. Jim holds approximately 30 patents related to non-damaging reservoir drilling and well design.

Notably, his patented technologies have direct applications in CO2 sequestration and geothermal energy systems. His most recent patent, US Patent #11732929, combines optimised CO2 sequestration with enhanced geothermal heat recovery, highlighting his crucial contributions to efficient and clean energy solutions.