The phrase "a challenging and unpredictable" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation, task, or environment that is difficult and lacks consistency or predictability.
Example: "The project turned out to be a challenging and unpredictable experience for the entire team."
Alternatives: "difficult and erratic" or "tough and uncertain".
Royal Dutch Shell had already suspended its plans for drilling in the fragile Arctic region late last year after an unsuccessful attempt at one exploratory well in the Chukchi Sea, citing costs as well as a "challenging and unpredictable federal regulatory environment". Shortly afterwards, so did the Norwegian oil giant Statoil, at least for the Alaskan Arctic.
Shell acknowledged as much when it said that a "challenging and unpredictable" regulatory environment was part of the basis for its decision.
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This decision reflects both the Burger J well result, the high costs associated with the project, and the challenging and unpredictable federal regulatory environment in offshore Alaska".
Ms Madsen said she was "glad to be back", adding: "I have rowed both the Atlantic and the Indian ocean and rowing around Britain presented the most challenging and unpredictable weather patterns I have ever experienced.
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"This decision reflects both the Burger J well result, the high costs associated with the project, and the challenging and unpredictable federal regulatory environment in offshore Alaska," the statement added.
The company said it expected to take a significant financial blow from the failed project, but that it was better to pull out now given "the high costs associated with the project, and the challenging and unpredictable federal regulatory environment in offshore Alaska".
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"The challenging and unpredictable federal regulatory environment in offshore Alaska," is how Shell puts it.
