- All topics
- Clean Technology & Environmental Management
- Renewables
- Methane Emissions Reduction
- Drilling & Completion
- Leader Spotlight
- Cleaner Hydrocarbon Production & Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
- Sustainable Electricity Generation & Grid Modernization
- Networking
- Roundtable Discussion
- Hydrogen
- Pipeline & Processing Facilities
- Field Development & Infrastructure
- 9 00 AM
- 10 00 AM
- 11 00 AM
Speaker/Delegate Coffee Meet & Greet
Technical conference delegates are invited to come and meet this years technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs for a fun morning of coffee and networking before lunch and the off...
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Speaker/Delegate Coffee Meet & Greet
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
Technical conference delegates are invited to come and meet this years technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs for a fun morning of coffee and networking before lunch and the official start of the conference programming in the afternoon.
- 12 00 PM
- 1 25 PM
- 1 30 PM
Enabling Scope 3 GHG Emission Estimation through Digital Shipping Documents
Canada’s Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations currently require that paper shipping documents accompany most dangerous goods in transport. The documents include information on the pr...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Enabling Scope 3 GHG Emission Estimation through Digital Shipping Documents
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Canada’s Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations currently require that paper shipping documents accompany most dangerous goods in transport. The documents include information on the products being transported and provide First Responders vital information to assist with incident response. Unfortunately, paper documents have challenges regarding their legibility, completeness, and accuracy, which can cause delays and introduce significant risks. Transport Canada’s Regulatory Sandbox Project allows the opportunity to use digital TDG shipping documentation. Given the current challenges of world oil price volatility and tough to find human resources, increasingly organizations are now considering digital solutions to gain efficiencies. Also, due to the consistent increase in pressure from stakeholders to improve transparency through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, it is now important to improve data quality and estimate GHG emissions. High-quality ESG data is of paramount importance as companies are being measured by financial stakeholders; required for better decision-making; and supporting the narrative for disclosure. However, several ESG data challenges exist today for “Metrics that Matter”. Tremendous effort goes into data collection and reconciliation from internal various sources; data collection from supply chain and other Scope 3 GHG emissions is even tougher. On top of it, data collection processes sometimes don’t have a defensible audit trail, particularly paper-based processes. Scope 3 GHG emissions related to transportation of dangerous goods and waste are extremely tedious to calculate based on paper forms. EnviroApps has developed a Management System (ez2Track) that includes an automated process to estimate Scope 3 GHG emissions and gather reliable ESG Reporting data, effortlessly. EnviroApps is working with industry partners to provide the visibility required on Scope 3 GHG emissions which is the starting point to take measures to achieve reductions.

- 1 30 PM
Efficient Hydrogen Production Using FuelCell Energy’s High Temperature Electrolyzer
FuelCell Energy is a global leader in the manufacture of stationary fuel cell platforms which provide decarbonized power. The company is also developing Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) technol...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Efficient Hydrogen Production Using FuelCell Energy’s High Temperature Electrolyzer
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
FuelCell Energy is a global leader in the manufacture of stationary fuel cell platforms which provide decarbonized power. The company is also developing Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) technology to produce hydrogen by using electricity to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. SOEC has nearly 90 percent electrical efficiency, approximately 20% higher than other electrolysis technologies and this efficiency can be further increased if waste heat from industrial processes is available. When renewable electricity generated by wind or solar is used to power the SOEC no carbon dioxide is produced, in contrast to steam methane reforming processes. There is worldwide interest in electrolysis technologies for a wide range of uses including mobile, industrial, and energy storage applications. An overview of some of these applications and details of the SOEC under development at FuelCell Energy will be presented.

- 1 30 PM
Leveraging Data and New Technologies to Mitigate Methane Emissions
Introduction and scope: Organizations operating in the oil & gas exploration, production, transportation and distribution businesses confront an escalating demand to mitigate methane emissions. The...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Leveraging Data and New Technologies to Mitigate Methane Emissions
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Introduction and scope: Organizations operating in the oil & gas exploration, production, transportation and distribution businesses confront an escalating demand to mitigate methane emissions. The top challenges faced include deploying reduction technologies strategically across the system; reducing time and friction it takes to address methane leaks; reporting emissions data to meet regulations and compliance; showing the auditable progress in emissions elimination. Leveraging data and new technologies can help address these issues more efficiently and effectively. Methods, Procedures, Process: Today leading companies are moving away from “boots on the ground” leak survey methods to using advanced methane leak detection (AMLD) technology like satellites, sensors, cameras, and aerial surveys. Operational data in current systems is invaluable to identifying emissions and/or leaks, ahead of an emissions event. Using data to predict leaks allows companies to get ahead of emissions, fix them proactively, and use AMLD to validate zero emissions. Accenture has worked with Microsoft and Duke Energy to build a first-of-its kind, end-to-end platform to monitor and measure baseline methane emissions from natural gas assets, using remote monitoring, analytics and artificial intelligence. The Accenture team will share how the solution quantifies and prioritizes findings in making data easily consumable at multiple levels of the organization. Results, Observations, Conclusions: Methane Emissions Monitoring Platform addresses the challenges Energy and Utilities face: measuring and reducing methane emissions, optimizing operations, improving field safety, preparing for increased regulatory oversight, and accelerating the journey to net-zero. Novel/Additive Information: By adopting integrated methane management platform companies can maximize resources by prioritizing interventions where they're needed most; demonstrate real progress toward emissions goals with accurate, near real-time data; take immediate, calculated action to drive business efficiency and growth by combining system-wide data and tech-powered solutions.

- 2 00 PM
Clean Tech Inverter (CTI): Enabling a “Picks and Shovels” Decarbonisation Technology for the Clean Energy Transition
There currently exists a clear and urgent need for foundational innovation within multiple heavy emitting sectors. Acceleware’s Clean Tech Inverter is such an innovation: a “picks and shovels” deca...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Clean Tech Inverter (CTI): Enabling a “Picks and Shovels” Decarbonisation Technology for the Clean Energy Transition
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
There currently exists a clear and urgent need for foundational innovation within multiple heavy emitting sectors. Acceleware’s Clean Tech Inverter is such an innovation: a “picks and shovels” decarbonisation via electrification tool for industries seeking to economically cut greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions in the very near term, with particular focus on the energy sector.
The patent-pending CTI heating ‘engine’ can provide reliable, on-demand, decarbonised heat via extremely high efficiency RF energy delivery. Not only is CTI efficient, but it is also highly economic, and can displace fossil-fuel-reliant heating systems that are both carbon intensive and costly. CTI is scalable, and can be adapted to multiple applications. Applications/partnerships currently under development for CTI include heavy oil and oil sands production, hydrogen via RF powered methane pyrolysis, agricultural /crop drying, and mining.
CTI has been successfully field tested over many years, including over six months of continuous operation in our commercial-scale RF XL heavy oil production pilot. The CTI uses leading edge Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology that results in over 98 percent conversion efficiency from electricity to RF energy. By delivering this energy directly (and with minimal losses) to the material being heated, CTI could reduce energy intensity by up to 50 percent versus fossil fuel reliant heating. CTI is also highly scalable (up to 10 MW!).
CTI Applications:
First and foremost, Acceleware’s clean-tech commercial-scale pilot project of RF XL at Marwayne, Alberta – a world first for RF electrification of heavy oil and oil sands production - reached initial power-up stage in Q1 2022 and delivered energy to the formation for over seven months. A pause was then required to repair damage to the fiber optic temperature sensing system (DTS) break. Though DTS is not a core component of the RF XL system itself, it is necessary for data gathering and to regulate injected power such that the system operates within specified parameters. Rework is anticipated to be completed and RF heating subsequently restored in coming weeks. (We look forward to providing results update well in advance of the Global Energy Show).
Once RF XL is proven, it could deliver major progress in decarbonisation milestones for the oil and gas sector and become a key complementary technology to other innovations such as carbon capture or solvents. An important differentiator: RF XL can almost entirely eliminate GHG emissions at the production stage if powered by renewables, resulting in no requirement for carbon capture or solvent use. Capex and opex are both estimated to be reduced by 50% or more.
Emissions Reduction Alberta, Alberta Innovates and Sustainable Development Technology Canada are supporting the pilot with a combined $15.5 million commitment. The pilot is also supported by three major oilsands partners (Suncor, Cenovus, and one confidential partner who, in aggregate, represent well over one million barrels of oil sands and heavy oil production per day) who are providing technical expertise and have each committed to provide up to $2 million in cash funding.
In addition to the support noted above, Acceleware has an Indigenous-owned partnership — Acceleware | Kisâstwêw — with Chief Jim Boucher and Jauvonne Kitto of the Saa Dene Group of Companies, which firmly supports energy initiatives that protect our land, our water and our air while helping to develop sustainable economies for all. We are looking forward to ensuring those initiatives materialize.
In this presentation we will discuss our CTI technology and applications of the CTI to support the energy transition by decarbonizing industrial heating processes including:
1. RF XL for heavy oil (and oil sands) production
2. An update on Acceleware’s collaboration with Aurora Hydrogen to develop CTI-powered hydrogen production systems via methane pyrolysis.
3. Food/Agricultural Drying initiatives/partnerships
4. Mining initiatives/partnerships
We will - by March, have clear line of sight to the completion of our pilot project at Marwayne, and provide an overview of results to date, as well as exciting next steps toward the commercialization of RF XL.

- 2 00 PM
High Temperature Steam / CO2 Electrolysis towards Clean Fuels Manufacturing
High Temperature Steam / CO2 Electrolysis towards Clean Fuels Manufacturing Sam Suppiah, Adrian Vega, David Ouellette, Hongqiang Li, Jayesh Patel, Lorne Stolberg and Ian Castillo ? Canadian Nuclea...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
High Temperature Steam / CO2 Electrolysis towards Clean Fuels Manufacturing
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
High Temperature Steam / CO2 Electrolysis towards Clean Fuels Manufacturing Sam Suppiah, Adrian Vega, David Ouellette, Hongqiang Li, Jayesh Patel, Lorne Stolberg and Ian Castillo ? Canadian Nuclear Labs Gord Crawford and Steve Kresnyak ?" Expander Energy High temperature steam electrolysis (HTSE) is a preferred alternative to conventional electrolysis due to its lower energy requirement (~30%) [1]. HTSE can also co-electrolyse CO2 and steam (HTCE) producing syngas, a mixture of H2 and CO, a fundamental building block for making synthetic products [2] such as synthetic fuels and alcohols. Depending on the feed composition, the HTSE/HTCE electrolyser can: (1) be used for H2 or syngas production, and (2) enable production of syngas with varying ratio of H2 to CO. The unique property of a HTSE/HTCE to operate in H2 production mode and/or in co-electrolysis mode gives this technology great versatility and applicability. HTCE technology has unique appeal for reducing emissions in hard-to-abate industry. However, in co-electrolysis mode, the efficiency of the electrolyser, range of operating conditions and resistant to impurities in feed composition with real industrial feed parameters need to be studied in the laboratory as well as in an industrial setting for advancing the development and demonstration. Practical applications of the HTSE/HTCE technology are linked to the optimization of the ratios of H2 to CO of the syngas at the outlet of the electrolyser to match the requirements of the Fischer-Tropsch synthetic fuels process, and in being able to co-electrolyse CO2 emissions from different sources. A single cell CO2 co-electrolysis experimental program has been initiated in concurrence with a CFF-EIP proposal to NRCan to study the performance characteristics of a 5 kWe stack (Versa Power, FCE) for converting CO2 emissions at St Marys cement manufacturing facility in Ontario. The results of the single cell study, currently in progress, will feed into the planning of the stack testing campaign to optimize the as-produced syngas from the stack, aiming to simulate the feed to Expander’s (Calgary, Alberta) Fischer-Tropsch process plant for producing SynDiesel, a drop-in diesel product. This paper will present some of the early results of the lab experimental work and explore the merits of integration of the CO2 co-electrolysis technology with Fischer-Tropsch process to maximize efficient energy and water utilization in the integrated process. The impact of the source of power used for the electrolysis process on the carbon intensity of the SynDiesel will also be investigated. [1] J. E. O’Brien, "Thermodynamics and Transport Phenomena in High Temperature Steam Electrolysis Cells," Journal of Heat Transfer, vol. 134, p. 031017, (2012). [2] L. Dittrich, M. Nohl, E. E. Jaekel, S. Foit, L. G. J. de Haart and R. A. Eichel, "High-Temperature Co-Electrolysis: A Versatile Method to Sustainably Produce Tailored Syngas Compositions," Journal of The Electrochemical Society, vol. 166, pp. F971-F975, (2019). "

- 2 00 PM
Reducing Emissions for Well Stimulation Without the Need of Intervention
Reducing Emissions for Extended-Reach Well Stimulation Without the Need of Intervention J. Najafov, T. Watkins, Advanced Upstream Objectives/Scope For most wells in North America, hydraulic fractu...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Reducing Emissions for Well Stimulation Without the Need of Intervention
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Reducing Emissions for Extended-Reach Well Stimulation Without the Need of Intervention J. Najafov, T. Watkins, Advanced Upstream Objectives/Scope For most wells in North America, hydraulic fracturing is usually performed by plug-and-perf. It requires perforating guns, plugs and milling bottom hole assemblies (BHAs), large water volumes, as well as coiled tubing and friction reduction technologies such as vibratory tools or tractors, in the case of extended-reach wells. To reduce operational complexity, time, and cost time and meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, operating companies are in a continuous search for alternative innovative fracturing systems. A new approach to traditional hydraulic fracturing is presented in this paper, together with several case histories from Texas, the U.S., and Alberta, Canada showing significantly improved project economics and lower environmental impact. Methods, Procedures, Process A contactless sleeve recognition technology, consisting of any number of compact programmable dissolvable darts, is used to open and close sliding sleeves without the need of well intervention technologies. The new fracturing system was used in a horizontal well with a 16,568-ft long lateral. In this well, darts enabled the opening of 133 sleeves. The darts have miniature electronic sensors allowing real-time monitoring of their exact location as they move through the well and real-time dart control to activate them before landing on their target sleeves. The details presented show the acoustic monitoring confirmation of stages being successfully treated, the high-definition ultrasonic confirmation of no erosion or casing deformation, and the darts dissolution after the treatment. Results, Observations, Conclusions The significant advancement of this hydraulic fracturing technique made it possible to completely eliminate the need for coiled tubing in an extended-reach well, gain confidence in casing deformation risked areas, maintain maximum wellbore inner diameter (ID) before and after completion, eliminate issues of mechanical indexing, ensure continuous pumping without rate limitations, exclude milling operations and avoid casing erosion. The field data demonstrates the efficiency of the new fracturing technology that allows stimulation of horizontal wells without the need for well intervention. The article summarizes the field results of the hydraulic fracturing operation and quantifies its outcomes for sustainable resource development and strong financial results. Novel/Additive Information The industry is under increasing pressure to reduce project costs and environmental impact. The new fracturing system described in this paper becomes a more efficient alternative to traditional plug-and-perf technology. It allows for reduced risks and costs, enabling operators to successfully complete extended-reach wells without need of intervention, overcome issues of casing deformation, improve operational efficiency, enhance energy production and reduce environmental impact.

- 2 30 PM
- 3 00 PM
Panel: Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech
A key means of accelerating energy transition is via Clean Technologies in order to reduce 45% of GHG emissions by 2030 in Alberta. Avatar Innovations in collaboration with the Southern Alberta Ins...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Panel: Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
A key means of accelerating energy transition is via Clean Technologies in order to reduce 45% of GHG emissions by 2030 in Alberta. Avatar Innovations in collaboration with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) are assisting approximately 13 Start-up companies to accelerate Energy Transition via Clean Technologies, through proof of concept and prototype development services. This unique collaboration in cooperation with the University of Calgary’s Energy Transition Centre and Innovate Calgary has allowed a one-of-a-kind initiative to support emerging, next-generation startups and their founders.
By de-risking and fostering high-grades energy transition technologies in collaboration with industry, academics, students, researchers, end users and the community stake-holders the key outcomes of the Start-ups’ Clean technologies are expected to lead and accelerate energy transition.
Session will feature a short panel discussion along with a series of presentations featuring up and coming clean tech startup companies the centre is supporting.
Moderator




- 3 00 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: At the Intersections of Agriculture, Forestry, Energy and Aviation. Opportunities for Biomass Driven Decarbonization
Over the past two decades there have been evolving approaches in terms of economic development globally as related to our bio-based resources and their use for energy. From increasing trade, expor...
Sponsored by : University of Alberta
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: At the Intersections of Agriculture, Forestry, Energy and Aviation. Opportunities for Biomass Driven Decarbonization
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Over the past two decades there have been evolving approaches in terms of economic development globally as related to our bio-based resources and their use for energy. From increasing trade, exports and gross domestic product, through value-added processing, biorefining, and bio-based energy pathways, to a heightened focus on equity, diversity and inclusivity, carbon-reduction, and overall economic, social and environmental sustainability. Emerging trends set to reshape the future landscape and impact resource utilization now include artificial intelligence, synthetic biology, cellular agriculture and precision fermentation. Through this journey, many realities remain unchanged including the need for economic profitability, sustainable resource management, and community engagement and support. This presentation will review and explore the implications, legacy and changing landscape for the bioindustrial sector, highlighting some of the long term opportunities, and highlight some of the most recent energy-related research progress and innovation activities advanced by the Biorefining Conversions and Fermentation lab at the University of Alberta.
Presented by:

- 3 00 PM
Energizing Assets: Situational Intelligence of Critical Assets
As the number of assets across the energy portfolio increases, the range of manufacturers, vintages, and data-types expands rapidly. The ability to read, evaluate and convert data into actionable i...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Energizing Assets: Situational Intelligence of Critical Assets
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
As the number of assets across the energy portfolio increases, the range of manufacturers, vintages, and data-types expands rapidly. The ability to read, evaluate and convert data into actionable insights becomes essential for maintaining Asset Health. Digital transformation technologies allow us to capture and work with data in new ways and uncover critical information pertaining to an asset’s health at the speed of the decision. This data can be in the form of images, real-time sensors, and even text logs. Join us and learn how these various data forms can be utilized and managed through a meaningful and repeatable business process to generate the situational health of assets across any portfolio.

- 3 30 PM
Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech Continued
Following the panel discussion will be a series of presentations featuring four Alberta based up and coming clean technologies start ups the centre is supporting. Each 10 minute presentation will...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech Continued
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Following the panel discussion will be a series of presentations featuring four Alberta based up and coming clean technologies start ups the centre is supporting. Each 10 minute presentation will be followed with a 5 minute Q&A session.
Clean tech start ups featured in this session include:
• ETHOX Energy
Clean Technologies: ETHOX Energy: Part of Canada’s Low Carbon Future
Ethox Energy is revolutionizing the energy industry by introducing a clean and affordable alternative fuel - DME (Dimethyl Ether). Our solution uses a unique process to convert captured CO2 and natural gas into DME, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while providing a cleaner and more efficient fuel source. With a proven market in propane and strong potential in the SAGD market, Ethox Energy is poised to capture a significant share of the energy market in Alberta.
Presented by: Maryam Ovidar, ETHOX Energy
• GreenBox Innovations
GreenBox Innovations: Fugitive Methane Emissions Wearable Technology
This presentation provides an overview of who GreenBox is, what GreenBox offers, and how GreenBox plans to deliver its business and solution to the market. GreenBox focuses on tackling fugitive methane emission challenges for the energy industry, its novel approach of providing emission insights provides its customers an efficient and cost-effective alternative for managing emissions and achieving ESG goals.
Presented by: Jenny Zhao, GreenBox Innovations
• ViVent
Clean Technology: ViVent: Part of Energy Transition
Enabling technology, innovation, and fundamental scientific research are key to Alberta’s approach to methane reduction and emissions performance. The requirements set out in the AER Directives address common sources of methane emissions in from the upstream oil and gas industry: pneumatic devices, fugitive emissions, and equipment and solution gas venting at oil and gas sites. This presentation introduces ViVent's methane emission reduction technology targeting controlled venting at oil and gas production facilities.
Presented by: Ryan Goddard, ViVent
• CH4NGEnergy
If CO2 Can be Captured, Why not Methane?
If CO2 can be captured, why not methane', and this query led to the launch of CH4NGEnergy. CH4NGEnergy won best Methane Emissions Reduction concept during Avatar's 2021 Ignite Shark Tank, Calgary. Technologies to prevent, capture or destroy fugitive methane emissions are usually deployed to prevent economic losses in the oil sands industry. Producers are searching for effective clean technologies that can work in the real-world, including under different seasonal conditions. Our unique clean technology can capture methane and provide excellent benefits to industry.
Presented by: Shannon Hiebert, CH4NGEnergy
Presenters



- 3 30 PM
Utilizing Waste Heat to Power as 24/7 Baseload Electricity
Kanin seeks to capture waste heat from industrial processes and convert it to clean baseload electricity. In doing so, Kanin contributes emission-free baseload electricity generation, thereby offse...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Utilizing Waste Heat to Power as 24/7 Baseload Electricity
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Kanin seeks to capture waste heat from industrial processes and convert it to clean baseload electricity. In doing so, Kanin contributes emission-free baseload electricity generation, thereby offsetting power produced from fossil fuels. Of all the energy produced and consumed to do ‘work’, up to 58% is lost in the form of waste heat during industrial processes. The ability to capture wasted energy and produce power is viable in many different industries. The primary requirement is a heat source of at least 150⁰C. Kanin is technology agnostic using commercially proven technology. The company successfully de-risks projects by providing expertise in carbon markets, project finance, and energy policy. The power generated by Kanin can be consumed by industrial facilities on-site or sold back to regional electricity grids. Kanin’s approach is rooted in an innovative energy-as-a-service third-party financing model and turnkey approach that enables industrial facility partners to decarbonize their operations. Utilizing third-party financing can unlock waste heat to power (WHP) projects across North America. In many instances, these projects have previously been identified but were difficult to finance by host facilities because of internal hurdle rates. Kanin plans to own, operate, and maintain WHP systems without cost to industrial host facilities so that the potential of WHP can be realized. The industrial facilities Kanin targets are often scope-one emitters, so a Kanin system promotes sustainability in the most emission-intensive portion of supply chains. Electricity grid operators have mandates to decarbonize power production through the adoption of intermittent renewable energy and the retirement of fossil-fuel-fired generation. WHP produces clean baseload electricity, which can provide a backstop to the intermittent power from wind and solar. Heavy industry is the primary market for Kanin Energy with applications including oil and gas, cement, and steel. For example, Kanin is developing four WHP projects at existing natural gas compressor stations in the mid-west U.S. The WHP projects can produce baseload, 24/7 carbon-free electricity that can be sold to the power market. In one year, these four projects offset ~250,000 short tons of CO2 equivalent from the grid and generates 410,00 MWh/year, equivalent to powering 38,000 homes. The project will also unlock a new revenue stream and reduce the facility's emissions profile. Research published by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory shows that there is approximately 15 GW of untapped WHP potential in the U.S. that can contribute towards efforts to decarbonize the energy sector. North America has several hundred MWs installed but the market is undeveloped since projects require a longer payback period when industrial operators are seeking a 12-24-month payback. Through third-party capital, Kanin aligns the incentives of industrial operators who receive compensation for waste heat while capital providers gain a successful clean energy project.

- 3 30 PM
Biomineralization: Sealing Micro Annuli to Halt Vent Flow
A well being abandoned in British Columbia had surface casing vent flow prompting annular intervention. After several unsuccessful attempts to eliminate gas flow using cement, biomineralization was...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Biomineralization: Sealing Micro Annuli to Halt Vent Flow
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
A well being abandoned in British Columbia had surface casing vent flow prompting annular intervention. After several unsuccessful attempts to eliminate gas flow using cement, biomineralization was piloted on a well for the first time in Canada.
A decrease in vent flow was immediately observed upon treatment and subsequent monitoring of shows a continued decrease, implying leaks were sealed and upper charged zones containing leaked gas are bleeding off and should cease flowing soon.
Two zones were chosen to squeeze biomineralizing fluids into, one deep and one higher up to maximize the likelihood of sealing all leakage pathways in the well. Cement from previous attempts unsuccessful attempts was then drilled out to 330 m to allow access down the wellbore.
The lower squeeze was performed at 306 m, while the upper squeeze was at 100 m. Treatment consisted of injecting low viscosity (1.05 cP) biomineralizing fluids through perforations deep into leakage pathways where they grew crystalline calcium carbonate similar to limestone by reducing permeability over time.
Injection pressure and rate were closely monitored during each injection stage to assess sealing progress in real time.
Pressure began at 5,500 kPa with injection at 1.12 Lpm at the beginning of the lower squeeze. Eleven stages were pumped over the course of three days, during which the rate decreased steadily while being held constant and even stepped down. At the conclusion of the 11th stage the rate had fallen to just 0.04 Lpm at 2,100 kPa, constituting a 97% reduction in rate over the course of treatment with a total of 265.7 L injected.
Pressure began at 1,500 kPa with injection at 0.55 Lpm at the beginning of the upper squeeze. Three stages were pumped across one day, during which the rate decreased steadily while being held constant. At the conclusion of the 3rd stage the rate had fallen to just 0.01 Lpm, constituting a 98% reduction in rate over the course of treatment with a total of 43.5 L injected.
The drastic reduction in injectivity from the start to the conclusion of pumping implied successful leak sealing along with a visible reduction in bubbles at surface and an immediate reduction in measured vent flow, which continues to fall.
Biomineralization has now been used to seal over 100 wells in the United States, quickly proving to be an effective new solution for dealing with casing vent flow. This innovative technology has helped operators improve the efficiency of their abandonment programs by reducing the amount of repeat vent flow remediation attempts.
Several biomineralization pilots were conducted in Canada during Q1 2023 with additional projects upcoming this year.

- 4 00 PM
Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech Continued
Following the panel discussion will be a series of presentations featuring four Alberta based up and coming clean technologies start ups the centre is supporting. Each 10 minute presentation will...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Innovation in Canada: Spotlight on Clean Tech Continued
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Following the panel discussion will be a series of presentations featuring four Alberta based up and coming clean technologies start ups the centre is supporting. Each 10 minute presentation will be followed with a 5 minute Q&A session.
Clean tech start ups featured in this session include:
• ETHOX Energy
Clean Technologies: ETHOX Energy: Part of Canada’s Low Carbon Future
Ethox Energy is revolutionizing the energy industry by introducing a clean and affordable alternative fuel - DME (Dimethyl Ether). Our solution uses a unique process to convert captured CO2 and natural gas into DME, reducing greenhouse gas emissions while providing a cleaner and more efficient fuel source. With a proven market in propane and strong potential in the SAGD market, Ethox Energy is poised to capture a significant share of the energy market in Alberta.
Presented by: Maryam Ovidar, ETHOX Energy
• GreenBox Innovations
GreenBox Innovations: Fugitive Methane Emissions Wearable Technology
This presentation provides an overview of who GreenBox is, what GreenBox offers, and how GreenBox plans to deliver its business and solution to the market. GreenBox focuses on tackling fugitive methane emission challenges for the energy industry, its novel approach of providing emission insights provides its customers an efficient and cost-effective alternative for managing emissions and achieving ESG goals.
Presented by: Jenny Zhao, GreenBox Innovations
• ViVent
Clean Technology: ViVent: Part of Energy Transition
Enabling technology, innovation, and fundamental scientific research are key to Alberta’s approach to methane reduction and emissions performance. The requirements set out in the AER Directives address common sources of methane emissions in from the upstream oil and gas industry: pneumatic devices, fugitive emissions, and equipment and solution gas venting at oil and gas sites. This presentation introduces ViVent's methane emission reduction technology targeting controlled venting at oil and gas production facilities.
Presented by: Ryan Goddard, ViVent
• CH4NGEnergy
If CO2 Can be Captured, Why not Methane?
If CO2 can be captured, why not methane', and this query led to the launch of CH4NGEnergy. CH4NGEnergy won best Methane Emissions Reduction concept during Avatar's 2021 Ignite Shark Tank, Calgary. Technologies to prevent, capture or destroy fugitive methane emissions are usually deployed to prevent economic losses in the oil sands industry. Producers are searching for effective clean technologies that can work in the real-world, including under different seasonal conditions. Our unique clean technology can capture methane and provide excellent benefits to industry.
Presented by: Shannon Hiebert, CH4NGEnergyy
Presenters



- 4 00 PM
Developing Renewable Infrastructure in Northern Canada - Remote Challenges
The unique challenges encountered in the engineering design, procurement management, Logistics, and construction management of an exclusive Wind Turbine Generator in the northern most location ever...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Developing Renewable Infrastructure in Northern Canada - Remote Challenges
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
The unique challenges encountered in the engineering design, procurement management, Logistics, and construction management of an exclusive Wind Turbine Generator in the northern most location ever - Inuvik, Northwest Territories, Canada. The project focused on providing the Town of Inuvik with a 3.5MW wind turbine, complimented with a BESS system, and supporting civil infrastructure including a 6.5Km access road; all in efforts to reduce the dependency on diesel fuel generation to provide power to the township, and reduce GHD emissions on the order of 5,000 - 6,000Ton annually. The project was recognized by the Canadian Electricity Association (CEA) - Centre of Excellence Award, celebrating innovation and cutting-edge technology positively impacting the lives of Canadians.

- 4 00 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: Are CCUS Technology Advancements Enough to Save the Planet?
If CCUS is to play a critical role in reducing emissions at scale, hundreds of billions of dollars will be required every year to build an industry that will have a similar span – both technically...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Presented by:
Leader Spotlight Series: Are CCUS Technology Advancements Enough to Save the Planet?
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
If CCUS is to play a critical role in reducing emissions at scale, hundreds of billions of dollars will be required every year to build an industry that will have a similar span – both technically and geographically - as the entire oil and gas industry of today. This is a mammoth task in a relatively short timeframe, i.e., 30 years at best.
To add complexity, CCUS has a unique characteristic, in that it requires deep competencies in a mix of unrelated trades. At the emission source, one needs to access, separate, condition and compress CO2 from fluegas. These are large and complex technical solutions that demand advancement in gas separation and deep engineering skills for seamless retrofit onto existing plants.
Once captured, CO2 will be transported and stored deep underground, in what resemble a reverse oil and gas operation with similar complexities and capital requirement, especially in offshore and hub configurations.
But unlike oil and gas, CCUS does not sell a commodity, and only makes economic sense if someone is better off disposing of their emissions rather than releasing them in the air, and if CCUS is a more viable solution than alternatives, such as fuel switching or process redesign.
From a commercial viewpoint, CCUS is akin to a waste disposal business which is usually regulated, capped and with limited upside potential other than leveraging scale. That will attract different types of investors and solution providers.
Given the scale, complexity, and commercial nature of CCUS, partnerships will be required to share risk and investment. We already observe many of those around the North Sea rim with several IOCs joining forces to develop complex offshore solutions.
In the coming years, new ecosystems will emerge with sets of players which might be unfamiliar to each other. Industrial gas companies might join forces with oil field service providers and national champions to develop entire networks. Technology specialists will work with emitters, EPCs and project developers.
Those partnerships will seek to allocate risk where it is best managed. They will be required to provide assurance to regulators that solutions are cost effective with reputable and bankable parties. CCUS demands more than technology breakthrough; it also requires innovative commercial arrangements to attract the right parties to deliver CCS as a service.
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- 4 30 PM
Happy Hour Networking Mixer
Technical conference delegates, technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs are invited for a fun informal Happy Hour networking mixer to end the first day of the technical conference.
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Happy Hour Networking Mixer
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
Technical conference delegates, technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs are invited for a fun informal Happy Hour networking mixer to end the first day of the technical conference.
- 6 00 PM
- 7 30 AM
- 8 30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: New Transformative Tech to Decarbonize the Energy Sector
Technology (AI, Big Data etc.) is disrupting traditional energy at an alarming pace. The innovation agenda must be embraced to ensure we continue to deliver breakthroughs to hit our climate targets...
Sponsored by :
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: New Transformative Tech to Decarbonize the Energy Sector
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Technology (AI, Big Data etc.) is disrupting traditional energy at an alarming pace. The innovation agenda must be embraced to ensure we continue to deliver breakthroughs to hit our climate targets and for operational growth to secure and safeguard revenues. This all is necessitated by having secure or more predictable policies in place, pipelines of next generation talent and the right vision and leadership to continue to disrupt like no other sector.
Moderator


- 8 30 AM
Lessons Learned from Canada's Largest Hydrogen Blending Project
ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., through partnership with Emissions Reduction Alberta has undertaken a pilot project within the city of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta to blend up to 20% hydrogen into a por...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Lessons Learned from Canada's Largest Hydrogen Blending Project
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., through partnership with Emissions Reduction Alberta has undertaken a pilot project within the city of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta to blend up to 20% hydrogen into a portion of the City’s existing natural gas distribution utility grid. This project aims to demonstrate that blending hydrogen into the natural gas distribution system is a feasible and sensible solution to decarbonization, especially within jurisdictions with extreme climates, such as Alberta’s. The project includes localized hydrogen production, storage, blending and distribution to approximately 2100 customers. As of the date of commissioning (October 26th, 2022), this project delivers the highest blend of hydrogen to the most customers in North America. This project involved the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of high (4,000 kPa) and intermediate (550 kPa) pressure pure hydrogen and blended gas piping systems. Due to lagging industry guidance in the form of normative codes and standards related to hydrogen piping systems, ATCO established project specific design requirements and philosophies. ATCO proactively undertook a wide scale Organizational Change Management (OCM) process, ensuring that challenges within all areas of the natural gas utility business that would be impacted by introducing hydrogen were understood and thoroughly solutioned prior to commissioning. This effort will allow ATCO to execute on future blending projects rapidly. Additionally, ATCO was committed to extensive engagement with impacted customers, and the public to ensure that customers, regulators, and governmental bodies were comfortable with the scope of the pilot project prior to commissioning. This presentation examines the strategy, planning, and execution that ATCO undertook related to design, construction, corporate MOC and public engagement to make the Fort Saskatchewan Hydrogen Blending project a success.


- 8 30 AM
Eliminate Methane Emissions with Electric Controls & Actuators
Calscan Solutions has developed a cost-effective, innovative solution to mitigate methane emissions along with other dangerous gases, optimize operations, and reduce the carbon footprint of oil and...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Eliminate Methane Emissions with Electric Controls & Actuators
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Calscan Solutions has developed a cost-effective, innovative solution to mitigate methane emissions along with other dangerous gases, optimize operations, and reduce the carbon footprint of oil and gas producers. To reduce emissions and meet the government goals, Calscan provides is a safe, simple, economical solution to eliminate emissions from existing (brown field) well sites. True plug and play. We eliminate the use of fuel gas and pneumatics. We even supply the power if needed. Due to the effectiveness on brownfield applications. Using this solution on Greenfield applications is even simpler if implemented at the engineering stage. With the ability to comply to the variety of electrical safety codes, meet the most severe environmental conditions, and be simple and easy to install on new or existing valves without interrupting operations the decision to use electric controls and electric actuators is an easy one. We are electrifying the oil field. Producers have always wanted to eliminate emissions. In 2010 Calscan Solutions developed a Solar Electric Control System for a producer to prevent emissions and sour / wet gas from interfering with the function of pneumatic devices on well sites. The goal was to enhance safety, optimize operations, reduce the time and cost associated with maintaining pneumatic devices. The Control system completely replaces all pneumatically powered devices on a well site or on a production site with electric controls and can be implemented in nearly every situation. The solution enhances safety, saves maintenance costs and as an additional benefit, ensures zero gas emissions by replacing pneumatic devices with electric which means methane gas that would have previously been lost into thin air is now a valuable commodity retained for sale. Being focused primarily on actuation in low-power solar and fuel cell applications, many existing and or remote sites can be easily upgraded to be emission compliant. If utility power exists, there is very little or no impact to the power consumption and can eliminate the need for air compressors required for pneumatic devices. Calscan Solutions has currently done around 700 well sites with 2500 electric actuators. We are currently the standard for several producers, and we currently have over 200 Brownfield and Greenfield well sites booked for 2023. • Zero emissions for the life of the site • Full compliance with regulations • Fits on existing valves and existing controls • Patented Fail-Safe Option on all actuators • Safer operating conditions for field personnel by eliminating venting of methane and other dangerous emissions i.e. H2S, benzenes, light toluene’s, • Eliminate maintenance issues from pneumatic devices and actuators using wet/sour/dirty fuel gas. • Easy wellsite optimization using Artificial Intelligence.

- 9 00 AM
Roundtable Discussion: New Transformative Tech to Decarbonize the Energy Sector Continued
Technology (AI, Big Data etc.) is disrupting traditional energy at an alarming pace. The innovation agenda must be embraced to ensure we continue to deliver breakthroughs to hit our climate targets...
Sponsored by :
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: New Transformative Tech to Decarbonize the Energy Sector Continued
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Technology (AI, Big Data etc.) is disrupting traditional energy at an alarming pace. The innovation agenda must be embraced to ensure we continue to deliver breakthroughs to hit our climate targets and for operational growth to secure and safeguard revenues. This all is necessitated by having secure or more predictable policies in place, pipelines of next generation talent and the right vision and leadership to continue to disrupt like no other sector.
Moderator


- 9 00 AM
Enhanced Hydrogen Recovery™ (EHR™) producing the ‘Greenest Blue’ Hydrogen
The world today produces over 90 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of hydrogen, almost all from steam methane reforming (SMR) that is as dirty as coal-fired power generation. Electrolysis from renewa...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Enhanced Hydrogen Recovery™ (EHR™) producing the ‘Greenest Blue’ Hydrogen
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
The world today produces over 90 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of hydrogen, almost all from steam methane reforming (SMR) that is as dirty as coal-fired power generation. Electrolysis from renewable energy is much cleaner but also higher cost and consumes huge amounts of fresh water (14-18 t/t H2), making it impractical in solar-rich but water-poor areas. Enhanced Hydrogen Recovery™ (EHR™) technology can produce the “greenest blue” hydrogen with lower carbon intensity than green hydrogen from hydropower and minimal fresh water, at a cost that’s less than half the cost of hydrogen from SMRs. EHR™ produces hydrogen-rich syngas from ultra-deep coal and brine in-situ and re-injects associated CO2 back into the same deep seam for permanent geological sequestration, turning coal ‘from a source to a sink’ of CO2. EHR™ symbiotically integrates proven underground coal gasification with injection of supercritical CO2 to mobilize saline water contained in the coal matrix into the low pressure reaction zone for enhanced hydrogen recovery. The CO2 that comes to the surface is captured and reinjected back into the pore space created by extracting water and gasses from the coal matrix for adsorption on the coal increasing permanence of sequestration. This process all takes place on-site without costly transportation using cogenerated low-carbon, low-cost energy for compression. This syngas is efficiently processed into low-cost, low-carbon hydrogen at surface and can be used directly (heat, power, transportation), or processed further to produce the ‘greenest blue’ ammonia, methanol, and other chemicals critical to decarbonizing difficult industries. By reconfiguring our underground layout, we can sequester huge amounts of CO2 from other sources like coal-fired power plants, cement plants, and steel mills. Cvictus can also reconfigure the technology to directly inject flue gas, skipping the need for energy intensive carbon capture at the stack. EHR™ technology can help decarbonize the oil and gas industry (e.g., decarbonization of natural gas supplies, bitumen/petroleum upgrading and petrochemicals) and establish a new method for CO2 sequestration with advantages in cost and efficiency. The first EHR™ plant is in development for initial commercial production of 7 t/d of clean hydrogen from stranded hydrocarbons east of Red Deer, Alberta operational by 2024, followed closely by a second project in Wyoming. The initial hydrogen plant will solidify EHR™ claims to be the ‘greenest blue’ hydrogen by having real world realizations of GHG emissions, land use, and water use to pave the way for global scale up. EHR™ provides a way for North America and others, especially China, India and developing countries, to use their huge coal reserves cleanly.

- 9 00 AM
Leveraging Big (and Small) Data in the Energy Sector
It is sometimes said Data is the new oil", and whilst data will never match the raw material value of oil as a resource, it does provide a game-changing asset that can positively improve every indu...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Leveraging Big (and Small) Data in the Energy Sector
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
It is sometimes said Data is the new oil", and whilst data will never match the raw material value of oil as a resource, it does provide a game-changing asset that can positively improve every industry sector. Bringing the insights data has to offer into the Energy sector can affect every phase of the industry, from discovery, through extraction, transport and delivery, and every step of the process in between. However, the IT segment is famous for its unapproachable complexity, Clouds, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Block Chains, Observability, IoT, and many more technology buzz-words confuse and mystify what is otherwise an invaluable tool set. The most important thing to know is, from the smallest sensor on a device inside a plant, through to the excessive data flowing from your IT and OT management systems, or from physical security devices, wireless localization and tracking systems, all of the data your organization captures is like a gold-mine. It is just a matter of knowing how to find it. This session will outline some real world examples of how the Data within every Energy provider can be utilized to unlock otherwise unseen information from within your operational environment. By capturing, normalizing and pooling all of your data, while potentially augmenting it with new sensors, monitoring and data sources, you can create a Data Lake from which these new insights can be extracted. Using both customized sophisticated data mining tools, as well as a rapidly growing pool of off-the-shelf "low/no code" data analytics systems, we will demonstrate some of the amazing discoveries that can be made from otherwise uninteresting information. This session will leave you with a practical path to leveraging all of the data, both big and small, within your organization to provide insights and visibility that will cost-effectively improve many aspects of your business operations.

- 9 30 AM
Svante's Commitment to a NetZero Economy by 2050
Human society is facing a global carbon-climate crisis. We are emitting more CO2 and other GHGs than the Earth’s forests, oceans, and other natural systems can absorb. The consequences are increasi...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Svante's Commitment to a NetZero Economy by 2050
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Human society is facing a global carbon-climate crisis. We are emitting more CO2 and other GHGs than the Earth’s forests, oceans, and other natural systems can absorb. The consequences are increasingly evident, well documented, and dire. To fight the challenge ahead, we must move quickly to retool the carbon-based global economy of the past 150 years. Svante offers companies in emissions-intensive industries a viable way to capture large-scale CO2 emissions from existing infrastructure, either for safe storage or to be used for further industrial use in a closed loop. With the ability to capture CO2 directly from industrial sources at less than half the capital cost of existing solutions, Svante makes industrial-scale carbon capture a reality. Svante’s technology is currently being deployed in the field at pilot plant-scale by industry leaders in the energy and cement manufacturing sectors. The CO2MENT Pilot Plant Project ? a partnership between Lafarge (Holcim) and TOTAL Energies ?" is operating a 1 tonne per day (TPD) plant in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada that will re-inject captured CO2 into concrete, while the construction and commissioning of a 30 TPD demonstration plant was completed in 2019 at an industrial facility in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, Canada. A 25 TPD demonstration plant.

- 9 30 AM
Leveraging Technology for Automation and Regulatory Compliance
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) was the first irrigation district established in California. It has continued to operate for more than 130 years as a non-profit irrigation water and electric serv...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Leveraging Technology for Automation and Regulatory Compliance
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) was the first irrigation district established in California. It has continued to operate for more than 130 years as a non-profit irrigation water and electric service, focused on good stewardship of its resources and on providing a high level of customer satisfaction. As part of its mission, TID has embarked on a project to accelerate post-fault electric service restoration by automating fault file data collection, fault analysis and issuing of notifications to TID departments involved in service restoration. Prior to this project, TID technicians manually retrieved fault data by using protection relay vendor-specific software and then forwarding the information to engineering for analysis. Some relays permitted remote data connection, while others required driving to site to collect the data. Following project deployment, the demands on TID staff time and resources were reduced and the outage response time was reduced. As a secondary objective, the deployed system improves cybersecurity of TID’s substation IEDs by: • Enhancing protection against unauthorized connection to intelligent grid devices • Eliminate the need for technicians to manually manage device passwords • Provide version management and version verification for device configurations and settings The project has allowed TID to realize further productivity enhancements while also proactively implementing levels of cybersecurity that exceed the requirements of current NERC CIP regulations. This enhances their current grid integrity and places them in a good position as CIP regulations are expanded in the future to cover a wider range of devices. This paper describes project business drivers, project implementation and summarizes benefits realized as a consequence of the implementation.


- 9 30 AM
Leadership Spotlight Series: Lifehacks for Productive Teams: The Role of Diversity, Agility and Disruption
There is a growing sense of urgency to re-invent how we work. The energy transition is ambitious and the timelines seem lofty to most of us. Just reading the room....we are overdue for some transp...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Presented by:
Leadership Spotlight Series: Lifehacks for Productive Teams: The Role of Diversity, Agility and Disruption
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
There is a growing sense of urgency to re-invent how we work. The energy transition is ambitious and the timelines seem lofty to most of us. Just reading the room....we are overdue for some transparency and retrospective. We will explore how diverse teams, agile processes and disruptive technologies can play a key role in making quicker progress. You can expect some new school tricks of the trade and interactive collaboration from the audience on how we can rise above to make quicker progress.
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- 10 00 AM
- 10 30 AM
Edge Automation Tool Helps Processes Adapt to Changing Requirements
Intro: Process facility operators are continuously faced with a multitude of operational considerations such as, minimizing environmental footprint, adapting to changing market requirements and hon...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Edge Automation Tool Helps Processes Adapt to Changing Requirements
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Intro: Process facility operators are continuously faced with a multitude of operational considerations such as, minimizing environmental footprint, adapting to changing market requirements and honoring equipment limitations. All while maximizing plant throughput and driving reductions to opex and capex. Data collected by automation systems can address these issues in numerous ways, however much of this information remains underutilized. We will present a new edge-based automation tool that is built to have the flexibility to address operational challenges by deploying well established fluid modeling capabilities within existing control eco systems. We will detail the configuration of the tool and how it helped in addressing operation issues, in a variety of applications. There will be a special focus on a representative gas processing facility, comparing a utilizing enhanced control scheme with a conventional one. Methods, Procedures, Process Enhancing operational decisions with knowledge of fluid behaviour is common practice when looking at safe and reliable operations, as is, having control systems regularly adjusting the process to avoid operational issues. The solution takes advantage of information already measured within the facility and deploys this information within the existing automation system. Empowering the already present control system with optimization capabilities, including reducing operational costs, preventing downtime, and improving production. Analyzing the operational challenges of a facility and the potential benefits of deploying the solution will be illustrated using a gas processing example built into a rigorous process simulation. Results, Observations and Conclusions Case study results will be presented to demonstrate the overall results and application of the solution. A reference case will be used to take a closer look at the potential benefits between conventional and enhanced control strategies as well as examine the deployment in more detail. Novel/Additive Information Fluid knowledge can improve and optimize the operation of a facility. However, there are limited options to provide this in a robust and continuous way. This presentation will detail how this new solution can empower the existing automation system in line with established deployment methods and incorporate fluid behaviour into an edge-based automation system. This solution is suitable for a multitude of applications and can adapted to new and existing requirements within the processing industry.

- 10 30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Scaling and Growing the Hydrogen Market: The Challenges versus the Opportunities
Interest and momentum surrounding hydrogen has grown in recent years, but the idea of using hydrogen as an energy source is not new – it has come in and out of fashion since the 1970’s. Yet, despit...
Sponsored by : University of Alberta
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Moderator
Roundtable Discussion: Scaling and Growing the Hydrogen Market: The Challenges versus the Opportunities
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Interest and momentum surrounding hydrogen has grown in recent years, but the idea of using hydrogen as an energy source is not new – it has come in and out of fashion since the 1970’s. Yet, despite decades of interest and research, there are still many obstacles to overcome for the hydrogen market to scale-up. This discussion will tackle what growth and development in production, transportation, storage, and end-use will look like in the short to near- and long-term future.
Moderator






- 10 30 AM
Using High-Resolution Acoustics for Real-Time Downhole Investigation and Remediation Operations
Objective/Scope: High-resolution acoustic imaging technology has been developed and deployed to locate and, with sub-millimetric resolution, produce 3D images of wellbore obstructions, restriction...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Using High-Resolution Acoustics for Real-Time Downhole Investigation and Remediation Operations
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Objective/Scope: High-resolution acoustic imaging technology has been developed and deployed to locate and, with sub-millimetric resolution, produce 3D images of wellbore obstructions, restrictions, and damage in real time. Using this valuable information, operating companies can accelerate their downhole investigation and subsequent remediation operation timeline to reduce costs and well downtime. This presentation highlights the details of this novel, fluid agnostic, technology, and, through a series of case studies, showcases how it was used to locate, image, and dimension three unique downhole events. The case studies shown include; a sheared wireline cable, parted casing, and drilling collision event. Methods, Procedures, Process: Through a series of field case studies, this presentation details how a precisely controlled, multi-degree-of-freedom, forward-facing imaging probe was used to detail multiple casing obstruction and damage situations in real time. Legacy technologies deployed to complete such investigations include cameras, calipers, and lead impression block devices. Due to a lack of resolution, the limited capabilities of each technology, and restrictive downhole condition requirements, these devices are unable to accurately detect and detail such downhole blockages and restrictions. The proprietary forward-facing probe head design allows this technology to collect real-time, dimensionally accurate images of anything in front, beside, or behind the convex imaging probe head. This allows spatially accurate 3D visualizations of the downhole obstructions and blockages to be reconstructed and viewed for operating companies to make informed decisions. Results, Observations, Conclusions: The technology's sub-millimetric resolution and three-dimensional data successfully produced dimensionally accurate and detailed images in each scenario, overcoming traditional challenges such as limited resolution and fluid clarity. In addition to producing real-time 3D images for operating companies in the field, an advanced visualization software was developed and applied to provide each company with an interactive 3D visualization platform. This 3D platform allowed the operating companies to capture additional views, measurements, and visualizations of each feature imaged. Using this information, each operating company more efficiently planned and executed its subsequent fishing and casing remediation activities, decreasing costs and increasing operational efficiency. Novel/Additive Information: This high-resolution acoustic imaging technology allows operators to locate and produce dimensionally accurate images of downhole features in real-time, and at resolutions surpassing legacy technologies. Its unique probe design, multi-degree-of-freedom capabilities, and advanced imaging software have helped operating companies collect downhole information faster and more reliably than ever before. With these technological advancements and proven results, operators can now be confident in their ability to investigate downhole obstructions and restrictions.

- 11 00 AM
The Value of Knowledge Sharing in Delivering CCS Projects
CO2 capture and storage (CCS) from power and industrial point sources has been long understood to be uniquely valuable to a carbon-neutral and sustainable energy future. However, relative to the ra...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Value of Knowledge Sharing in Delivering CCS Projects
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
CO2 capture and storage (CCS) from power and industrial point sources has been long understood to be uniquely valuable to a carbon-neutral and sustainable energy future. However, relative to the rate of commercial deployment that has been proposed by, inter alia, the IPCC and IEA, actual deployment has long lagged behind. Recently, however, there are signs that this is changing. The global pipeline of CCS projects is growing at an impressive rate, with the number of projects under development increasing to 244 Mtpa by September 2022, a 44 per cent increase from the previous year. Importantly, the significant social and economic value of CCS is being increasingly recognised in terms of the retention and creation of high value jobs across all levels of the economy. Similarly, its contribution to both energy security and sustainability has become increasingly recognised in recent years. The combination of these factors has led to increasing levels of public support in many jurisdictions.
The implications of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in the United States have already stimulated substantial commercial interest in the development and deployment of new projects. In Canada, the combination of a generous investment tax credit (ITC) and a federally-backed carbon tax, set to increase to CA $170/t by 2030 is having a similar effect. Finally, the UK’s combination of legislated net zero commitment, approach of government-backed contract for difference (CfD) revenue stabilisation approach, and grant funding aimed at decarbonising the UK’s industrial clusters has also led to the development of several cluster plans, which are currently advancing at pace. Similar narratives can be developed around the world, with many regions and governments pursuing the development of CCS.
However, this landscape must also be viewed in the broader context of the history of CCS. For a variety of reasons, it remains a fact that more projects have failed than have succeeded. The reasons for these outcomes are a complex mixture of technical, engineering, economic, financial, and political mishaps have led to multiple failures. Therefore, if the current pipeline of projects are to maximise their chances of success, it is imperative that lessons are learned from previous experience. Thus, in this contribution, we reflect on the experiences from a range of previous CCS projects, both successes and failures, in the power and industrial sectors and from multiple jurisdictions around the world. From this experience, we attempt to derive a set of lessons learned, distinguishing between the various power and industrial sectors with whom we have worked. We also propose and prioritise a set of questions that potential project developers must ask in order to maximise the chances of a successful project.

- 11 00 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Scaling and Growing the Hydrogen Market: The Challenges versus the Opportunities Continued
Interest and momentum surrounding hydrogen has grown in recent years, but the idea of using hydrogen as an energy source is not new – it has come in and out of fashion since the 1970’s. Yet, despit...
Sponsored by : University of Alberta
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Moderator
Roundtable Discussion: Scaling and Growing the Hydrogen Market: The Challenges versus the Opportunities Continued
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Interest and momentum surrounding hydrogen has grown in recent years, but the idea of using hydrogen as an energy source is not new – it has come in and out of fashion since the 1970’s. Yet, despite decades of interest and research, there are still many obstacles to overcome for the hydrogen market to scale-up. This discussion will tackle what growth and development in production, transportation, storage, and end-use will look like in the short to near- and long-term future.
Moderator






- 11 00 AM
Flexible Steel Pipe Helps Solve Five Challenges of CO2 Transportation
Pipelines are a crucial part of the global effort to decarbonize the energy industry. While CO2 is a common component in the hydrocarbon mixtures produced in the oil and gas industry, it has signif...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Flexible Steel Pipe Helps Solve Five Challenges of CO2 Transportation
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Pipelines are a crucial part of the global effort to decarbonize the energy industry. While CO2 is a common component in the hydrocarbon mixtures produced in the oil and gas industry, it has significantly different properties when pumped as a standalone fluid in the supercritical state. Many materials used in the existing and newly constructed pipelines experience challenges when used for the supercritical CO2 service. Flexible steel pipe is the pipe technology that solves these challenges in pipeline construction, operation, maintenance, and risk management. This presentation will describe the distinct advantages of flexible steel pipe that enable fast, reliable, long-term, and safe construction of new pipelines and rehabilitation of the existing pipelines. The ability to repurpose the existing pipelines and convert them from a liability into a valuable and economically feasible network of CO2 pipelines is the primary advantage of flexible steel pipe. The excellent tensile capability of the product allows for pulling up to 2-3 km at a time which requires minimal excavation of the existing pipeline sections. The high-pressure capability and corrosion-resistant properties of the HDPE-based flexible steel pipe provide a brand-new pipeline with a pressure rating higher than the host pipe and a 20+ year design life. The ability to install flexible steel pipe with minimum resources reduces the Right-Of-Way requirements and simplifies the installation of the new pipelines to the CO2 emitters historically not connected to the energy pipeline network. The longer spoolable flexible steel pipe sections require less equipment and personnel for pipe deployment which makes the construction safer. The composite structure of the flexible steel pipe addresses the risk of rapid crack propagation pertinent to carbon steel pipelines and minimizes the risk of catastrophic pipeline failure in case of a leak. The simplified integrity management for the technology significantly reduces the operating expenditure for the project and reduces the chance of human error during pipeline inspection and maintenance. The presence of the designated annulus space in the flexible steel pipe presents the opportunity to verify the integrity of the pipeline on demand or run real-time annulus pressure monitoring for leak detection. The simplified integrity management requirements and the inherent leak-detection capability further de-risk the CCUS operations for the owner, the communities, and the environment. During the presentation, we will review several case studies that demonstrate the advantages of flexible steel pipe technology and the benefits realized by the operators.

- 11 30 AM
How Digital Transformation & Analytics Reduce Energy Costs & Emissions
This presentation discusses how an energy management information system (EMIS) can be deployed at your site to predict and monitor energy use, quickly identify abnormal consumption events, and driv...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
How Digital Transformation & Analytics Reduce Energy Costs & Emissions
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
This presentation discusses how an energy management information system (EMIS) can be deployed at your site to predict and monitor energy use, quickly identify abnormal consumption events, and drive down net energy consumption. An EMIS is a tool that combines machine learning with process engineering and operation knowledge to create accurate energy consumption predictions based on current operating conditions. By comparing actual live consumption rates against expected consumption rates and quickly highlighting major deviations, an EMIS helps your operation to significantly reduce excess consumption events that result in cost overruns and risk high emissions. We present a full EMIS implementation methodology, from energy measurement gap assessment to advanced data analytics, to modern cloud-based dashboard deployment for enterprise energy monitoring and management. If implemented properly, an effective EMIS solution has been shown to reduce large industrial energy consumption rates by 5-8%. We lay out the design criteria, functionality, features, and foundational improvements required to facilitate successful EMIS deployment to achieve results in this range. In addition to a working EMIS solution and its implementation methodology, we present Canadian industrial use cases, including real examples of identified issues leading to direct cost savings for industrial facilities. Moreover, we show how EMIS tools and techniques can be expanded beyond energy consumption to include critical cost drivers such as reagent consumption, water use, emissions and more. To maximize benefit to the end users, we present a practical framework for implementation of a working solution with improved visibility of data to various stake holders at site, corporate offices, and remote workstations. We also highlight how the solution can be tailored to fit a wide range of relevant processes and facilities.

- 11 30 AM
Transitioning Canadian Fleets to Hydrogen
As per Environment and Climate Change Canada’s 2022 report on Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Canada's total GHG emissions in 2020 were 672 megatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent. The transportation sec...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Transitioning Canadian Fleets to Hydrogen
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
As per Environment and Climate Change Canada’s 2022 report on Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Canada's total GHG emissions in 2020 were 672 megatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent. The transportation sector accounts for 24% of the total emissions. Between 1990 and 2020, GHG emissions from the transportation sector grew by 32%. This growth was mostly driven by increases from freight and light trucks, as per the report. It is abundantly clear that decarbonizing the medium-and heavy-duty transportation sector will significantly propel Canada’s drive towards its net-zero goals. HTEC, Canada’s leading clean hydrogen solutions company, helps medium and heavy-duty transportation transition towards a low carbon future through hydrogen powered vehicle supply solutions and adoption support. This presentation will outline the environmental case for hydrogen adoption by the medium- and heavy-duty transportation sector including the application of FCEV, its financial viability, and the working legitimacy of transitioning Canadian fleets to hydrogen. HTEC has been working on several projects in varied capacities to support this transition. Alberta-based AZETEC project features the development of two long-range fuel cell electric trucks (FCET) for operation between Edmonton and Calgary. HTEC is providing fuel supply solutions, including a compression and purification system: HTEC’s PowerCube modular storage system and PowerFill high-volume gas transfer module, enabling the heavy-duty transportation market’s move towards a low-carbon future. The presentation will also discuss how HTEC completed Zero Emissions Bus (ZEB) rollout plans for three transit agencies in California: SunLine Transit, Golden Empire Transit (GET), and Fresno Area Express (FAX). Each plan incorporated a mix of fuel cell and battery electric buses that ensure the agencies will be able to maintain their current level of service while minimizing the transition cost. Current geopolitics and climate agreements is accelerating the commitment and enthusiasm for this transition. HTEC’s modeling and analysis shows that the future of the medium- and heavy-duty transportation sector will need to be reliant on hydrogen to achieve our net-zero goals.

- 11 30 AM
Recent Developments in Fiber Optic Sensing for Pipeline Integrity Management
Distributed fiber optic sensing (DFOS) continues to gain momentum in pipeline industry adoption as major producers and midstreamers become increasingly familiar with the technology. While initial d...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Recent Developments in Fiber Optic Sensing for Pipeline Integrity Management
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Distributed fiber optic sensing (DFOS) continues to gain momentum in pipeline industry adoption as major producers and midstreamers become increasingly familiar with the technology. While initial deployment of DFOS has often focused on its well-known role as an effective tool for advanced leak detection, growing end-user experience with its capabilities coupled with advancements in sensor design and machine learning have opened the door to a wide range of new value-added applications which deliver data more oriented to comprehensive pipeline integrity management and direct operational support. This presentation will describe the advancements in fiber optic sensing that have enabled its growth in the pipeline sector, with case studies highlighting recent collaborations with major North American operators focused on novel applications beyond traditional leak detection. Evolution of sensor designs and system architecture to dramatically improve fidelity and enable integrated measurement of acoustics, temperature, and strain/vibration over long distances without performance degradation will be discussed, as well as the parallel development of machine learning algorithms and application strategies that provide the requisite analytical horsepower for these true ‘Big Data’ applications. Multiple case studies will be reviewed to showcase real world application of DFOS in support of pipeline integrity management, with a focus on Hifi’s collaboration with North American operators to leverage acoustics and real time or cumulative strain/vibration measurements to address operational challenges and overcome the limitations of incumbent monitoring practices. The innovative use of cumulative strain measurements will be a focal point as these have proven extremely valuable in supporting a wide range of monitoring applications such as slope stability and ground subsidence, while also providing direct operational support via other points of measured strain including a variety of pigging-related activities. Specifically, we will detail innovative applications of DFOS with Suncor Energy (the use of pig-induced strain signatures to support successful remediation of pipeline ovality issues), Husky Midstream (leveraging cumulative strain analysis to detect and effectively corroborate geohazard risks in support of strategic planning for an existing HCA pipeline) and a major North American midstreamer (development of the Deep Fake digital verification tool to leverage advanced machine learning software for remote auditing of DFOS system performance in real time) to highlight the expanding utility of this rapidly evolving technology and its significant potential to support robust pipeline integrity programs while delivering direct operational savings for asset owners and managers.

- 12 00 PM
- 1 30 PM
Compliance with the Latest Alberta Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS) Code Regulations for Oil and Gas Facilities
Learn about the latest Alberta CEMS Code update and how it can affect environmental compliance reporting obligations at your facility.
We begin with a brief introduction to the Alberta CEMS Cod...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Compliance with the Latest Alberta Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS) Code Regulations for Oil and Gas Facilities
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Learn about the latest Alberta CEMS Code update and how it can affect environmental compliance reporting obligations at your facility.
We begin with a brief introduction to the Alberta CEMS Code and its vital role in maintaining and improving air quality by regulating emissions from oil and gas facilities. In order to manage emissions you must first accurately measure them.
Next, we explore the potential consequences of non-compliance with the CEMS Code, ranging from warnings and enforcement orders to fines, legal action, and reputational damage. To help facilities avoid these outcomes, we offer practical recommendations for adhering to the CEMS Code and maintaining compliance with Alberta's environmental regulations.
Next we discuss the data acquisition, handling, and reporting requirements including: hardware communication, redundancy, cybersecurity, averaging, normalization to reference conditions, limit tracking, validation, calibration, availability, and other KPIs.
Finally, we will touch on predictive emissions monitoring (PEMS) that use data-driven models to predict emissions and how they can be an alternative or complementary solution to traditional CEMS.

- 1 30 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: From Ambition to Realty: Measuring Change in the Race to Deliver Net Zero
This is the critical decade for action. The science is clearer than ever and time is running out: avoiding the worst effects of climate change hinges on a world in which our greenhouse gas emission...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: From Ambition to Realty: Measuring Change in the Race to Deliver Net Zero
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
This is the critical decade for action. The science is clearer than ever and time is running out: avoiding the worst effects of climate change hinges on a world in which our greenhouse gas emissions are net zero. To get to net zero, we must act with collective imperative. We must transcend the limits we put on ourselves – economics, processes, social differences – to change how we design, build, collaborate, and communicate. But we must not wait. Whatever the world might throw at us, however uncomfortable or vulnerable we may feel, we must act now to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Mid-Century net-zero emissions ambitions will require a pace and scale of delivery of engineered solutions unprecedented in global terms. The scale of the task will require five key shifts in thinking to make net-zero a reality.
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- 1 30 PM
Advanced Digitalization of Field Operations and Asset Maintenance
Learn how emerging digital technologies are helping the energy industry optimize safe field operations and streamline work execution to reduce both costs and risk. The energy industry continues to...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Advanced Digitalization of Field Operations and Asset Maintenance
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Learn how emerging digital technologies are helping the energy industry optimize safe field operations and streamline work execution to reduce both costs and risk. The energy industry continues to face relentless cost-cutting pressure and organizations are focusing on data-driven approaches and smart digital tools in the field to build efficiency, resiliency, and agility.
This presentation will include two upstream cases studies that cover:
* The transition from the traditional field worker to the digital field worker
* Optimized maintenance scheduling and asset monitoring
* Guided workflows from experienced field technicians
* Advanced analytics best practices for maintenance.
We will show quantifiable results that include improved safety performance, reduced asset downtime, higher reliability, and increased production volumes. We will also highlight how these results were achieved through the use of digital technologies including AI, IOT, analytics, dynamic scheduling, and mobility to reimagine operating models and reduce unplanned downtime.

- 2 00 PM
Autonomous Operations and Renewable Electrification on the Road to NetZero
The commitment to achieve NetZero by various levels of government and the majority of oil and gas industry majors has created a great opportunity for the technology industry to develop new and/or a...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Autonomous Operations and Renewable Electrification on the Road to NetZero
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
The commitment to achieve NetZero by various levels of government and the majority of oil and gas industry majors has created a great opportunity for the technology industry to develop new and/or adopt existing technologies to make this possible. While the concepts are not difficult to imagine, raising investment and deployment of new technologies to achieve NetZero is much more difficult than many anticipated, especially for junior producers. In our presentation we will demonstrate with actual examples how the road to NetZero can possibly unravel, and in the process how it can diversify and strengthen our industry for years to come. Deployment of modern automation and optimization technology including true IIoT automation hardware and Machine Learning analytics, combined with electrification of the majority of upstream operations is key. This first step will achieve around 50% of the initial reduction in energy intensity and energy cost. As a result, average upstream operations will become near fully autonomous while being powered by more efficient equipment, fully automated and optimized. Once achieved, the next natural step is to replace the remainder of energy demand in upstream operations with on-site distributed renewable electricity generation thereby fully displacing direct emissions and the cost of powering upstream operations. We will demonstrate how this is possible without requiring more land or electrical infrastructure, and how to offset any abandonment liabilities with renewable power generating assets. The final step on the road to NetZero and eventually Net Positive upstream operations is to utilize existing wellsites scheduled for abandonment and remediation as distributed renewable energy generation facilities that supplement oil and gas revenue with renewable electricity revenue from the surplus electricity. Thus, not only lowering operating cost and making it more predictable, but ensuring the industry can maintain its share of the transportation and home heating markets regardless if they are powered by oil and gas or electricity. This path can ensure a just transition for the industry that has, for over a century, powered and enabled our society to grow and develop to what it is today.

- 2 00 PM
Additive Manufacturing Enables Energy Storage and Transition to Net Zero
As our world transitions to renewable energy, making an unpredictable energy source reliable proves challenging. One solution to this problem is battery storage technology, however, being able to s...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Additive Manufacturing Enables Energy Storage and Transition to Net Zero
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
As our world transitions to renewable energy, making an unpredictable energy source reliable proves challenging. One solution to this problem is battery storage technology, however, being able to scale this up provides its own challenges. Current lithium-based battery technology, while enabling higher energy density, it is currently experiencing supply issues with shortages and high prices. Sodium-ion technology offers a cheaper and more abundant solution. By quickly iterating at lab and pilot plant scale, Exergy has found solutions to some of these challenges for our client. In a series of case studies, we show what has been achieved by combining the latest advanced manufacturing software with additive manufacturing and agile engineering. This has helped our client prove their technology and quicken the time to scale up this game-changing technology. It has also unlocked future potential in other clients as additional case studies highlight the power of combining advanced software and manufacturing technologies by light weighting, increasing performance, and improving efficiencies. In particular, the use of advanced software enabled Exergy to create a lightweight and more efficient manifold, more compact and more efficient heat exchanger and explore new heat sink geometries that uses biomimicry. As part of this presentation, illustrative workflows for the design of advanced lattice structures will be demonstrated. In particular, the breadth of options in terms of lattice types, and the flexibility with which lattice designs can be modified to suit end-user applications will be described in detail.

- 2 00 PM
Engineered Simple Solutions Helping Reduce Methane Emissions
Learning Objectives: Discuss how combustion solutions make methane emissions reduction achievable for midstream companies; identify challenges and concerns as midstream companies evaluate and imple...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Engineered Simple Solutions Helping Reduce Methane Emissions
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Learning Objectives: Discuss how combustion solutions make methane emissions reduction achievable for midstream companies; identify challenges and concerns as midstream companies evaluate and implement technologies; summarize outcomes of implementation based on case studies with midstream companies. Abstract: Midstream companies are looking to reduce their baseline emissions. As federal and provincial regulations are becoming increasingly stringent. Companies are searching for available opportunities and deploying tested technologies, to help them reduce their overall emissions. Incineration solutions are simple and provide easily deployable opportunities for companies looking to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, but we wanted to see the viability and applicability of using incineration for pipeline blowdowns, purging lines, odorizing lines, pickling lines, pigging and pipeline maintenance. We worked with a midstream company to see if there were challenges and hurdles, they faced when they are implementing this technology. This presentation will address their concerns or challenges around integration, cost of utilizing the technology versus continuing without and address what implementation of the technology looks like from the vendors perspective through case studies. This findings from these case studies could have very real and direct implications to midstream companies and this presentation will cover where incineration best served their emissions reductions objectives as well as when a pairing of incineration and other technologies was needed to meet emissions reduction objectives. From this presentation companies will be able to make informed decisions when implementing methane emission reduction strategies as part of their operations.

- 2 30 PM
- 3 00 PM
Treatment of Methane using an In-Situ Floating Reactive Barrier Technology
Anthropogenic methane emissions are a serious contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing atmospheric methane levels through the development of new sinks or eliminating methane sources...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Treatment of Methane using an In-Situ Floating Reactive Barrier Technology
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Anthropogenic methane emissions are a serious contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing atmospheric methane levels through the development of new sinks or eliminating methane sources will delay warming thresholds, reduce peak temperatures, and improve air quality by reducing the surface ozone concentration. One significant source of fugitive anthropogenic methane emissions comes from Alberta’s Athabasca oil sands region (AOSR), contributing to both the local and global environmental footprint of oil sands mining in Canada. In particular, methane is emitted due to the methanogenic biodegradation of residual diluent (naphtha and paraffins) from froth treatment tailings that are deposited in tailings ponds. Due to the size of the active methane bubbling zones in the treatment tailings, a conventional methane capture system like those used in agricultural and municipal wastewater applications is infeasible and an alternative method is required. A promising solution uses floating photocatalyst beads, marketed by H2nanO as SolarPass, which can form a semi-permeable floating reactive barrier (FRB), previously demonstrated to limit sulfide and VOC emissions. Once deployed on the pond surface, the FRB provides two treatment modalities: first, the dense FRB layer effectively intercepts methane, VOCs, and reduced sulfur compounds (RSCs) at the water surface, similar to the function of a textile membrane; and second, the photocatalytic function within the FRB passively oxidizes the emission compounds under natural sunlight and transforms methane and VOCs into carbon dioxide, and RSCs into sulfate ? this reactivity imparts a treatment effect to eliminate the source of the emissions in the water, beyond what is possible with conventional inert barriers. Continuing to develop new FRB applications, H2nanO recently validated its SolarPass technology at the bench-scale (2 L) and pilot-scale (500 L) for the passive treatment of aqueous methane emissions. Using the FRB technology, methane emissions were effectively reduced by up to 78% and 90% at the bench and pilot-scale respectively. Methane emissions intercepted by the layer were photocatalytically converted into dissolved non-volatile bicarbonate (and other aqueous oxygenates). Further demonstrating the capabilities of the FRB system, pilot-scale results demonstrated the retention and containment of both dissolved methane as well as methane bubbles in the aqueous phase. As a standalone process or part of a larger treatment system, SolarPass is a promising low-cost platform for the passive treatment and capture of odor emissions from aqueous sources. Under natural sunlight conditions, H2nanO’s FRB technology effectively mitigated methane emissions from an aqueous source. These results demonstrate the scalability of the technology and its readiness for further deployment to help decarbonize tailings ponds and other aqueous source emissions.

- 3 00 PM
Thermal Storage Flexibility via Full Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings with AI
The energy sector is dealing with a growing number of external challenges while undergoing a fundamental transformation ? the energy transition. For the foreseeable future, this on-going balancing...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Thermal Storage Flexibility via Full Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings with AI
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
The energy sector is dealing with a growing number of external challenges while undergoing a fundamental transformation ? the energy transition. For the foreseeable future, this on-going balancing act is likely to be the norm for the sector. Grid operators and regulators should be hard at work identifying solutions to ensure lights stay on at an affordable cost. Demand side management (DSM) is evolving rapidly as computing power and internet access expand. The energy transition makes the electrical grid more intermittent and decentralized. Maintaining a reliable and resilient system require more flexible resources. Energy storage is nowadays top of mind when talking about grid flexibility and is an expensive alternative when factoring the full extent of investment required to access services. Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings (GEB) is an emerging flexibility source that may solve some of the key impediments of classic form of storage. The US Department of Energy (DOE) recently released a national blueprint for GEBs deployment finding a tremendous opportunity in tapping in the embedded flexibility of the build environment. Distributed Energy Resources (DER) are small scale storage or power generation technologies that be used to enhance the existing, traditional power system. Using new technologies, GEBs are being transformed into thermal batteries that provide grid flexibility. Some of these technologies being deployed today are powered by artificial intelligence (AI) in commercial buildings across North America and Europe, opening the door to load flexibility. Commercial buildings such as stand-alone retail stores, malls, schools, hotel and/or office towers consume 45 times the energy of residential homes and sit in areas where the grid is often congested, difficult to expand and where generation solutions are not an option. Commercial buildings also have different load profiles increasing their potential contribution to the grid. These attributes are quite appealing in the context of the energy transition and the need for flexibility. Commercial GEBs are existing assets that optimize existing infrastructure or defer the deployment of new ones (and resulting capital expenditures), important elements to consider in the larger context of controlling the overall cost of delivering clean and reliable power to end-users. Nicolas Bossé, Chief Energy Transition Officer at BrainBox AI, peers into the near future by transforming the AI-enabled GEB into thermal battery and have them support a just and equitable energy transition by providing grid flexibility beyond the individual building and scales at a city or regional level. Attendees will leave with an understanding of how existing infrastructure are critical assets that can be tapped for a successful energy transition on electrical grid.

- 3 00 PM
Roundtable Discussion: How Technology Makes Workforce Transitions Less Painful
Almost every energy company is struggling to fill all their field work positions while energy transition realities threaten to change the skills landscape in the future. In this round table discuss...
Sponsored by : Cisco
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Roundtable Discussion: How Technology Makes Workforce Transitions Less Painful
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Almost every energy company is struggling to fill all their field work positions while energy transition realities threaten to change the skills landscape in the future. In this round table discussion, we will explore how technology can make new recruits more effective, and how it sets up the current workforce for the transitions that lie ahead. Secure connected worker strategies may be part of the puzzle and skills aware workflow may also help. We will hear from experts who know the technology and practitioners who are struggling with the day-to-day challenges, and we would love to have your input as well. Please join the discussion.
Moderator



- 3 30 PM
Reconciling Federal Climate Policy with Canada’s Oil Sands Production Potential
The presentation will review developments around Canadian climate policy and impacts on Canada’s oil sands sector. Specifically, I will focus on policy proposals aimed at aligning oil and gas secto...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Reconciling Federal Climate Policy with Canada’s Oil Sands Production Potential
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
The presentation will review developments around Canadian climate policy and impacts on Canada’s oil sands sector. Specifically, I will focus on policy proposals aimed at aligning oil and gas sector greenhouse gas emissions with Canada’s Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP), including “best-in-class” emissions guidance for future projects and oil and gas sector emissions caps. On the industry front, I will review evolving strategies to achieve long-term production growth as well as the transformational role for carbon capture and storage (CCS) in the sector’s decarbonization. In addition to a policy review, the analysis will utilize Rystad Energy’s proprietary databases. The analysis of “best-in-class” guidelines will use modeling and benchmarking capabilities from EmissionsCube to highlight the scale of emissions alignment required for new oil sands projects. The presentation will also feature data from Upstream Cube to underline oil sands companies’ evolving operational strategies for incremental bitumen production. Additionally, EmissionsCube and CCUSCube will be used to compare potential “business as usual” emissions against Pathways Alliance and ERP targets, as well as to frame Canada’s CCS potential within a global context. The potential impact of federal climate policy cannot be overemphasized, as the ERP envisions a 42% reduction in petroleum sector emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. Under “best-in-class” emissions guidance, new oil sands projects requiring a federal impact assessment must demonstrate competitiveness with the lowest-emitting onshore oil projects globally. For context, median oil sands emissions intensity in 2020 stood at nearly 70 kilograms (kg) of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) per boe ? the highest globally ?" versus 25th percentile emissions intensity of less than 10 kg of CO2e for global onshore oil projects. Meanwhile, the federal government is set to clarify emissions caps in early 2023, which could include a cap-and-trade system or stricter carbon pricing. From an industry perspective, recent “best-in-class” guidance has reinforced a transition away from large expansions towards incremental brownfield capacity additions. In other cases, the guidance has made further consolidation and inorganic reserves replacement more alluring. Yet, there is no easy way around emissions caps. Should regulators maintain strict adherence to ERP timelines, the onus will fall on speedy deployment of a CCS system in Alberta with at least 8.5 million tonnes per annum of capacity by 2030. As such, the opportunities for CCS in the oil sands are massive, and Canada could account for upwards of 20% of cumulative global capture demand between 2025 and 2030. Our asset-level modeling of production, emissions, and CCS demand will provide stakeholders with a concise, yet empirically robust overview of policy risks, emissions reduction requirements, and CCS development opportunities in the oil sands sector. As such, we aim to better concretize the implications of fast-evolving policy developments for one of Canada’s most important industries.
- 3 30 PM
Beyond the Perimeter: A Case Study on Operational Efficiency
It is undeniable that the world is in a climate change crisis, and the need for action is more than pressing - it’s vital. Nations around the world are increasing their use of renewable sources to...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Beyond the Perimeter: A Case Study on Operational Efficiency
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
It is undeniable that the world is in a climate change crisis, and the need for action is more than pressing - it’s vital. Nations around the world are increasing their use of renewable sources to meet their targets for CO2 emissions. One country seeking to invest in more renewable resources is Brazil, specifically with one of its largest energy companies, Elera Renováveis, which works to generate electricity from renewable resources. With over 44 hydroelectric plants, 19 wind farms, and eight miles of perimeter to cover, it’s easy to understand the security challenges of such a large-scale facility. At peak capacity, the solar farm’s acreage is equivalent to more than 800 football fields, generating nearly 360 megawatts of power ?" serving the electricity needs of nearly a quarter million homes. However, the more sustainable our critical infrastructure has become, the more vital it is to ensure it’s protected and able to provide essential services to area businesses and residents. A sprawling solar farm presents its own unique challenges, and ensuring the security of solar farms, power grids, water plants, etc. is vital to business’ functions, resident wellbeing, and the livelihoods of many. In this presentation, Joe Morgan, Segment Development Manager - Critical Infrastructure at Axis Communications will review the challenges Elera Renováveis faced, and how they overcame skepticism with innovation. The audience will gain an understanding of what it takes to secure large critical infrastructure facilities, such as solar farms, and how to take it a step further. Not only by protecting the perimeter, but by maximizing their investments to streamline processes.


- 3 30 PM
Roundtable Discussion: How Technology Makes Workforce Transitions Less Painful Continued
Almost every energy company is struggling to fill all their field work positions while energy transition realities threaten to change the skills landscape in the future. In this round table discuss...
Sponsored by : Cisco
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Roundtable Discussion: How Technology Makes Workforce Transitions Less Painful Continued
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Almost every energy company is struggling to fill all their field work positions while energy transition realities threaten to change the skills landscape in the future. In this round table discussion, we will explore how technology can make new recruits more effective, and how it sets up the current workforce for the transitions that lie ahead. Secure connected worker strategies may be part of the puzzle and skills aware workflow may also help. We will hear from experts who know the technology and practitioners who are struggling with the day-to-day challenges, and we would love to have your input as well. Please join the discussion.
Moderator



- 4 00 PM
Leader Spotlight Series: Why AI Matters in Energy
Explore the latest advances in Artificial Intelligence and their profound implications for the Energy Industry. Discover how AI is enhancing energy operations and driving the energy transition in...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Presented by:
Leader Spotlight Series: Why AI Matters in Energy
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Explore the latest advances in Artificial Intelligence and their profound implications for the Energy Industry. Discover how AI is enhancing energy operations and driving the energy transition in areas such as grid management, supply-demand forecasting, and predictive maintenance.
Presented by:
- 4 00 PM
Modelling of Production and Transportation Constraints on Future Hydrogen Pathways
There is a growing global consensus around the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050 to address climate change. Many countries, including Canada, are making investments in bui...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Modelling of Production and Transportation Constraints on Future Hydrogen Pathways
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
There is a growing global consensus around the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050 to address climate change. Many countries, including Canada, are making investments in building out low carbon hydrogen infrastructure as a pathway to decarbonize power, heat, and transportation domestically and for export. Two likely methods for low carbon hydrogen production are via natural gas with carbon capture and storage and electrolysis of water with electricity generated from renewable energy, commonly referred to as blue and green, respectively. Currently, blue hydrogen is cheaper, but decreasing costs are expected to make green hydrogen competitive in the future. In Alberta, the possibility of creating blue hydrogen for export is an enticing opportunity because of the available carbon storage space and low natural gas costs. Despite this opportunity, there are gaps in the research for direct comparison between this hydrogen export pathway to other likely options. While several existing studies evaluate specific pathways, comparability across results requires harmonization of assumptions. This research addresses this gap through a technoeconomic analysis of two scenarios: blue hydrogen production in Alberta compared to green hydrogen production in Australia, with a final export target in Japan. Australia is currently considered one of the best options in providing hydrogen for export, making it a good example for comparison to see if Alberta blue hydrogen is viable. Japan is the export target because of its high local hydrogen production cost and declared intent to import hydrogen. This technoeconomic model was created in Python. The data required for both pathways were mainly found from Canadian and Australian government sources, as well as academic literature. The cost of each pathway is analyzed in the present as well as up to 2050 with sensitivity analyses to determine how external factors address competitiveness. For both pathways, this technoeconomic analysis includes the production of hydrogen and subsequent conversion to ammonia for transport. The ammonia is then transported by train to a port and then shipped to Japan for use. The full costs are included, and the biggest cost differences come from hydrogen production, train transportation distance, and policy differences between Canada and Australia. Overall, the costs of blue hydrogen export from Canada were found to be lower currently compared to green hydrogen export from Australia. However, this changes in the future, with the Australia pathway reaching lower costs by 2050. This suggests that blue hydrogen export from Alberta may not be able to economically compete in the long term with other options and may only be a short-term solution to immediate energy needs. This conclusion will depend on the policy choices of respective governments, as certain policies may be created to reduce costs in one of the pathways.

- 4 00 PM
Spatiotemporal Evaluation of SCVF Methane Emissions in Alberta
Surface Casing Vent Flows (SCVFs) are estimated to be contributing approximately 20% of fugitive emissions in Alberta. However, it has repeatedly been reported that methane emissions from SCVFs are...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Spatiotemporal Evaluation of SCVF Methane Emissions in Alberta
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Surface Casing Vent Flows (SCVFs) are estimated to be contributing approximately 20% of fugitive emissions in Alberta. However, it has repeatedly been reported that methane emissions from SCVFs are underestimated. This is problematic for both the Government of Canada’s commitment to a 75% or greater reduction of oil and gas industry methane emissions from 2012 levels as well as producers striving to meet the reduction targets they have signalled to the markets and their stakeholders. Given their contribution to corporate, provincial and federal methane inventories, it is crucial that emissions from SCVFs are efficiently and effectively detected, quantified and mitigated. The ongoing research discussed in this paper is another contribution to the body of knowledge needed to effect meaningful and lasting methane emissions reductions. In addition to our research, this body of knowledge is growing from a number of federal and provincially funded initiatives. For example, the Government of Alberta has drawn on the Technology, Innovation, and Emissions Reduction Fund (TIER) to finance several grant programs including the Alberta Methane Emission Program (AMEP). Its objective is to enable methane emissions reductions in Alberta’s oil and gas industry, while supporting government regulatory revisions, cutting industry costs, and assuring best practices regarding methane detection and management. The ongoing research discussed in this paper broadly aligns with these objectives and highlights the importance of SCVFs in the pursuit of reducing methane emissions. Our research aims to characterize the spatial and temporal variations in occurrence and potential causes and sources of methane emissions by SCVFs in Alberta. Emission rates, frequencies of leakage, and wellbore characteristics are analyzed by applying descriptive and inferential statistical methods. This work is different from previously published studies by using the most recent Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) SCVF data set, analyzing and identifying more in-depth characteristics of SCVFs leaks based on their geographical locations. It is estimated that more than 460,000 wells have been licensed in Alberta, of these wells, over 15000 are reported to AER with SCVF leaks since 1970’s. From these reported SCVF leaks, 58% of the leaks are not quantified. The majority of the quantified leaks are suspended wells; however, this can vary regionally. For example, active or abandoned wells outweigh suspended wells in some regions in Alberta. In addition, it has been found that the emission rates are significantly different based on wellbore trajectories e.g., horizontal or vertical. In certain regions, such as Red Deer, the likelihood of a SCVF leak is doubled for horizontal wells compared to vertical wells. Our research demonstrates that spatiotemporal analysis of SCVF emissions is an important contributor to the understanding of the current state of methane emissions that will lead to development of better emissions mitigation strategies and reduction pathways.

- 4 30 PM
Happy Hour Networking Mixer
Technical conference delegates, technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs are invited for a fun informal Happy Hour networking mixer to end the second day of the technical conference.
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Happy Hour Networking Mixer
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Technical Delegate Lounge - Hall C
Technical conference delegates, technical presenters, poster presenters and session chairs are invited for a fun informal Happy Hour networking mixer to end the second day of the technical conference.
- 6 00 PM
- 7 30 AM
- 8 30 AM
Using High-density, Autonomous Sensors to Track Subsurface Hydrocarbon Contamination
Objective/Scope. Environmental site managers are increasingly turning to high-density data streams and AI-assisted technology to overcome the limitations and data gaps that occur with traditional d...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Using High-density, Autonomous Sensors to Track Subsurface Hydrocarbon Contamination
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Objective/Scope. Environmental site managers are increasingly turning to high-density data streams and AI-assisted technology to overcome the limitations and data gaps that occur with traditional data collection at contaminated sites. High-density real-time data allows site managers to track changes in plume extent and remedial success in real-time across varying seasonal conditions so that changes in site conditions are detected earlier and estimated accurately. Using continuous data streams is a game changer for site owners whose goal is to improve their accuracy and efficiency in analyzing, managing, and prioritizing their portfolio towards the ultimate goal of closing sites. Methods, Procedures, Process. Our new technology, Soil Sense, produces the continuous data streams necessary to track plume stability, extent, and natural source zone depletion (NSZD) rates across a light non-aqueous phase liquid (LNAPL) plume in real-time. At a site, a Soil Sense network can be installed providing high-resolution spatial and temporal quantification of LNAPL plume dynamics, NSZD metrics, and remediation system effectiveness. Soil Sense networks have already been deployed at fourteen sites ranging from decommissioned oil and gas sites to former gas bars to active sites such as refineries and storage terminals. The high-density real-time data generates robust continuous estimates of plume areal extent, plume volume, plume mass, NSZD rates, remedial system success, and time to closure. Results, Observations, Conclusions. At EMS we have constructed Soil Sense networks within and surrounding LNAPL plumes at fourteen sites. These networks allow high-resolution spatial and temporal quantification of LNAPL plume dynamics and biological processes associated with NSZD. The data were collected at 30-minute intervals and include gas flux (CO2, O2, CH4), pressure, air and soil temperatures, relative humidity, and petroleum hydrocarbon vapour concentrations. NSZD rates varied as a function of site and LNAPL plume characteristics. Moreover, while NSZD rates slowed during soil freeze-up, they were non-zero, which affords users a more nuanced and robust picture of NSZD at their site over seasons to years. Novel/Additive Information. NSZD has emerged as a practical alternative for restoration LNAPL sites that are in the later stages of their remediation lifecycle. Concerned about climate change and environmental sustainability (in other words, the “E” in “ESG” (Environmental, Social, Governance metrics)), site owners and managers are increasingly adopting this as a greener (i.e., less greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than ex situ methods) and more viable approach towards site closure. This has driven demand for high-density data to better characterise patterns and processes underlying soil gas emissions (e.g., NSZD) at daily to seasonal timescales. Soil Senses may also be used to monitor GHG emissions at other, non-contaminated properties to facilitate sustainable investing by quantifying ESG metrics

- 8 30 AM
Hydrogen Production and Blending for Gas Turbine
Hydrogen Production and Blending for Gas Turbine Enbridge Gas and Siemens Energy are collaborating on development of hydrogen productions facilities and hydrogen fueled gas turbine compression unit...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Hydrogen Production and Blending for Gas Turbine
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Hydrogen Production and Blending for Gas Turbine Enbridge Gas and Siemens Energy are collaborating on development of hydrogen productions facilities and hydrogen fueled gas turbine compression units. The goal of the project is to reduce scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions from compression operations and scope 3 emissions associated with gas turbines. Hydrogen will be produced on site by electrolysis, using electricity produced by a turbo-expander instead of an existing natural gas pressure let-down system. The first phase of the project involves a desktop pre-FEED study to define a conceptual reference design and examine technical and economic feasibility. The main elements of the pre-FEED study include: • Design and performance assessment of the integrated hydrogen production and utilization facility, the turbo-expander providing power to the electrolyzer, compression/storage, hydrogen blending, waste heat recovery, and other related systems such as the feed water and wastewater treatment for the electrolyzer, including preliminary sizing of major sub-systems, and identification of utility requirements. • Assessment of R&D and equipment changes to allow existing gas turbine to operate with maximum %H2 blended into the natural gas fuel supply for the turbine. This paper/ presentation summarizes the key challenges and overall results for this pre-FEED study including high-level technical and economic comparisons for multiple conceptual solutions and provides a systematic approach for evaluating feasibility of similar projects on decarbonization. The following major sub-systems are in scope: • All mechanical, civil, and electrical work required for end-to-end delivery of the integrated hydrogen production facility • Production of electricity by a turbo-expander operating on natural gas with generator • Production of hydrogen using electrolysis • Water supply, treatment, and disposal of wastewater • Compression of hydrogen • Storage of hydrogen • Maximum %H2 blended into the existing gas turbine natural gas fuel supply • Waste heat recovery system which might be used to reheat the natural gas after exiting the turbo-expander The Hydrogen Production and Blending pre-FEED study will provide preliminary, indicative assessments of: • Key metrics for technical performance, economic performance and carbon intensity for the overall plant based on integrated system modelling • Project CAPEX and timelines • Approximate indication of uncertainties • Quantity of hydrogen to be produced and stored • Quantity of natural gas offtake from the driven compressor to power the turbo-expander • Quantity and specification of water required for electrolysis • Power requirements for electrolysis • Sensitivity analysis for alternate configurations • High level requirements for main components including the electrolyzer, hydrogen compressor, hydrogen storage tanks, turbo-expander, and generator, WHRU, and hydrogen blending equipment and sizing • Typical ramp-up and stabilization time for the hydrogen production system • High level requirements for the control systems • Potential equipment for main components • High level civil work estimates for new major equipment The Gas Turbine pre-FEED evaluation will deliver preliminary, indicative assessments of: • Quantity of hydrogen and natural gas required to operate with maximum %H2 blended and associated reduction in CO2 emissions • Effects on the following: o gas turbine performance (power, heat rate, exhaust flow and temperature) at baseload and part load condition o engine operability o combustor operability o emissions (CO2, CH4, NOx CO) o maintenance intervals and component lives o engine control software and instrumentation • Changes to the following: o DLE gas fuel system o fuel skid edge pressure requirements o package fire and gas detection and extinguishant systems o package ventilation o package instrumentation • Product safety and certification • Project R&D activities, costs, schedule • Equipment conversion costs, schedule • Risk assessment and potential mitigations • Verification and validation strategy
Authors: Ahmed Nossair - Enbridge Director New Energy Technologies - Technical Tracey Teed Martin - Enbridge Director Engineering Ryan McDougall - Enbridge Sr. Engineer Stations Engineering Christopher Ng - Siemens Energy Process Solutions Sr. Engineer Donald MacDonald - Siemens Energy Canada Solution Engineering Manager Kathleen Bohan - Siemens Energy Canada Research and Development Project Manager

- 8 30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities for CCUS Commercialization
Large-scale CCUS deployment is essential for the world to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. But achieving those goals by 2050 requires 100 times more CCUS facilities by the middle of t...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities for CCUS Commercialization
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Large-scale CCUS deployment is essential for the world to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. But achieving those goals by 2050 requires 100 times more CCUS facilities by the middle of the century than are in operation today. This discussion will focus on the following key questions:
• Where will the required capital come from?
• What is the role of incentives and regulatory guidelines in enabling accelerated CCUS deployment?
• What are the most cost-effective ways to capture, recycle and store carbon dioxide?
• What is holding back large-scale CCUS investments?
• What is the role of partnerships in scaling CCUS?
Moderator




- 9 00 AM
Use of Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Management of Industrial Processes
The quest for global optimization of Industrial processes to tackle environmental management recently took a new path thanks to the advent of big data analysis techniques, the IIoT, the machine lea...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Use of Artificial Intelligence for Environmental Management of Industrial Processes
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
The quest for global optimization of Industrial processes to tackle environmental management recently took a new path thanks to the advent of big data analysis techniques, the IIoT, the machine learning techniques and the use of artificial intelligence science. During the last three decades, the industry in general has accumulated vast amounts of data but only a very small amount, e.g., less than five percent, was generally explored. mainly to solve problems or to confirm assumptions. This paper will show how nowadays it is possible to explore hundred percent of data accumulated over years as well as linking the data of individual processes together along the chain of the processes to end the era of siloed process optimization and to enter the age of global optimization. The authors explain through tangible examples how supply chain and trade flows as well as available environment open-source databases (e.g. meteorology, air quality, water quality, geology) can be pooled in the same data lake along with process data and explored with powerful big data analytics tools to twin not only the industrial process chain but also to twin its footprint and impact on the environment (e.g. water, air, ground, underground) in the short haul and on the long haul. The authors conclude with a new emerging paradigm called “The Green AI”, that resulted from the ever-increasing use of new techniques such as big data analytics, artificial intelligence, hypercube mathematics, serving the sustainability cause. This new paradigm, according to the authors will be used more and more extensively in the next decade to the benefit of Environmental Management. The obvious payback of this paradigm will be accompanied by major cultural change spanning from the improvement of the equipment lifetime, resource recycling, water efficiency, material efficiency, energy savings and reduction of greenhouse emissions. Keywords: AI (Artificial Intelligence), Data Lake, Big data analytics, Global Optimization, Energy efficiency, Energy savings, Cleaner Emissions, IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things), Machine learning, hypercube mathematics, Sustainability, Energy efficiency, Material efficiency, Water efficiency, Greenhouse gas emissions, Green AI, Lifetime, Recycling, Pattern Oil and Gaz Industry, Petrochemistry Industry, Metal Industry, Mining Industry, HVAC Industry, Chemical Industry.

- 9 00 AM
Decarbonization and Clean Hydrogen Production with Methane Electrolysis
Whether it is used as fuel for mobility, heat and power generation, or raw material, hydrogen will have a significant contribution to achieving carbon dioxide reduction targets in many industries....
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Decarbonization and Clean Hydrogen Production with Methane Electrolysis
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Whether it is used as fuel for mobility, heat and power generation, or raw material, hydrogen will have a significant contribution to achieving carbon dioxide reduction targets in many industries. Among the various hydrogen production processes on the market, emission-free decarbonization of hydrocarbons using efficient plasma technology is one of the most effective approaches.
According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), our response to the Paris Agreement and its intention to reduce climate-related risks to health, livelihoods, food security, water supply and economic growth, requires rapid and far-reaching transitions in energy, land, urban infrastructure and industrial systems. These transitions must be unprecedented in terms of scale and imply deep emissions reductions in all sectors, a wide portfolio of mitigation options and a significant upscaling of investments in those options.
Graforce has developed a methane electrolysis technology (also called Plasmalysis) that uses natural gas, LNG or LPG but also Biomethane or even flare gas as feedstock to produce hydrogen for zero emission power generation. Compared to water electrolysis, Plasmalysis requires only one fifth the energy to produce the same amount of hydrogen. Plasmalysis is an electro-chemical technology that converts incoming LNG/LPG into clean-burning hydrogen and solid, high-purity carbon. A highfrequency plasma field generated by renewable electricity splits energy-rich hydrocarbon compounds
into hydrogen and solid carbon at only 10 kWh/kg H2. This can be sequestered long-term in steel, cement or soil. With the decarbonization of fossil fuels and supply of hydrogen as an alternative clean fuel, the climate targets can still be achieved.

- 9 00 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities for CCUS Commercialization Continued
Large-scale CCUS deployment is essential for the world to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. But achieving those goals by 2050 requires 100 times more CCUS facilities by the middle of t...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities for CCUS Commercialization Continued
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Large-scale CCUS deployment is essential for the world to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. But achieving those goals by 2050 requires 100 times more CCUS facilities by the middle of the century than are in operation today. This discussion will focus on the following key questions:
• Where will the required capital come from?
• What is the role of incentives and regulatory guidelines in enabling accelerated CCUS deployment?
• What are the most cost-effective ways to capture, recycle and store carbon dioxide?
• What is holding back large-scale CCUS investments?
• What is the role of partnerships in scaling CCUS?
Moderator




- 9 30 AM
Leader Spotlight Series: Empowering Future Ready Energy
Navigating the complexities of energy education and talent development for a rapidly evolving energy system. This talk would focus on building the case for a different approach to the way that indu...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Leader Spotlight Series: Empowering Future Ready Energy
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Navigating the complexities of energy education and talent development for a rapidly evolving energy system. This talk would focus on building the case for a different approach to the way that industry and post-secondary work together to ensure a continued supply of well-educated talent to support innovation in a rapidly evolving energy system.
Presented by:

- 9 30 AM
On-Site On-Demand Modular Carbon Negative Hydrogen from Ethanol
Gölu-H2 - Renewable, Accessible, Negative Carbon Hydrogen from Ethanol The Golu-H2 solution solves the pain points to widespread hydrogen adoption including safe distribution, storage, and carbon i...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
On-Site On-Demand Modular Carbon Negative Hydrogen from Ethanol
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Gölu-H2 - Renewable, Accessible, Negative Carbon Hydrogen from Ethanol The Golu-H2 solution solves the pain points to widespread hydrogen adoption including safe distribution, storage, and carbon intensity all with one solution. Ethanol is a readily available feedstock easily transported using the existing distribution networks already in place globally. With current industrial demand, Steam-Methane-Reforming(SMR) Hydrogen makes up 95% of the world’s hydrogen supply. SMR utilizes Natural Gas, and even “Blue” carbon capture sites contribute considerably to GHG. Conventional facilities are large, centralized centers of production generating hydrogen far from densely populated cities, with inefficient means of reaching places that need it most. Electrolyzers rely on renewable electricity to generate Renewable Hydrogen. Many facilities are co-located near renewable electricity sites, which creates a similar problem as SMR facilities: large, centralized sources of hydrogen production, with little to no hydrogen near densely populated areas. Hydrogen is the lightest molecule in the universe, requiring high compression/cryogenic cooling systems for a significant amount of energy density. Distribution/storage are major hurdles for widespread adoption, the industry’s response is ammonia as a hydrogen carrier. Steps: generate hydrogen, convert to ammonia, transport, distribute, and store ammonia and convert to hydrogen on site. Ammonia is a hazardous substance still requiring a source of hydrogen. With Gölu-H2, ethanol is the source of hydrogen, resulting in almost double the capacity of hydrogen, while safely stored/transported at ambient temperature and pressure. Ethanol production increases the amount of food available as high value co-products of cellulose, oils, and high-protein animal feed are pillars of support for agricultural resilience. Over 50% of the global ethanol supply is produced in the USA, putting SBI in a geographically strategic position. Golu has partnered with a technology provider who’s demonstrated successful ethanol production from woody biomass and cellulosic waste to generate carbon-negative Ethanol, safely transported, stored, and through the Golu unit, generates Negative-Carbon-Intensity Hydrogen (-65gCO2e/MJ). Gölu-H2 solves both hydrogen production and the impending ethanol consumption decline with proprietary renewable hydrogen production units generating 99.999% pure hydrogen on site. Ethanol is distributed using existing liquid fuel infrastructure, stored at ambient temperature and pressure, and through Golu’s technology, results in over 5X hydrogen storage compared to high pressure tanks. For widespread hydrogen adoption, hydrogen fueling stations must be available like gas stations are today. With Gölu-H2, each gas station can be converted to a hydrogen/EV station with a Modular Gölu-H2 unit on site. One 40ft skid can fuel up to 250 cars/day or generate 24MWh of electricity supporting over 500 cars/day. SBI is working with industry-leading companies globally, for end-use application integration with our systems. From Heat, Power, Industrial uses, to Microgrid and transportation fleets, the Gölu-H2 solution provides a fit for many hurdles to widespread hydrogen adoption.

- 9 30 AM
Improved Bitumen Recovery to Emissions Free Hydrogen Economy
Over the last three decades our Group have developed a plurality of breakthrough energy technologies based on the application of Dimethyl Ether (DME) and solvent vapor drainage (SVD) for in-situ bi...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Improved Bitumen Recovery to Emissions Free Hydrogen Economy
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Over the last three decades our Group have developed a plurality of breakthrough energy technologies based on the application of Dimethyl Ether (DME) and solvent vapor drainage (SVD) for in-situ bitumen extraction. The follow-up process involves the conversion of DME to hydrogen incorporating innovative transportation and storage methodologies. Compared to SAGD, DME-SVD eliminates emissions and water usage, reduces energy consumption by approximately 90% and the capital and breakeven costs of bitumen recovery by approximately 5 times. DME-SVD accelerates bitumen production rates by up to 4 times compared to other solvents tested. To achieve maximal benefits from application of DME-SVD an integrated, low-cost, emissions free DME synthesis facility has been devised which can also form the basis for production of hydrogen by hydrolysis/reforming of DME/water blends. The generated hydrogen gas contains up to 30% CO2 which is recycled for DME synthesis. The hydrolysis/reforming reaction generates twice the volume of hydrogen compared to natural gas reforming. It is expected that generation of hydrogen from DME/water blends will prove superior to water electrolysis for hydrogen production. While DME can be readily liquefied, hydrogen must be pipelined in gaseous form and shipped as liquid. World-wide infrastructure for hydrogen handling does not exist and its development would cost trillions of dollars. Existing infrastructure for carbon based gaseous and liquid fuels is perfectly suitable for DME handling, transportation, and conversion to hydrogen at final delivery location. It is expected that conversion of DME/water blends in micro reactors mounted directly in on-land vehicles will eliminate the need for extra heavy batteries in EV’s, the demand for rare metals and the expensive carbon-fiber tanks for highly compressed hydrogen. DME-SVD provides an immediate environmental and economic improvement for bitumen recovery while offering a low-cost solution to hydrogen production and accelerated transition from carbon to hydrogen economy.

- 10 00 AM
- 10 30 AM
Pressurized Chemical Looping for Carbon Capture from Hard-to-abate Emission Sources
In many oil and gas facilities, most of the Scope 1 CO2 emissions are associated with combustion of hydrocarbon fuels at discrete point sources, such as fired heaters, steam generators, FCC units a...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Pressurized Chemical Looping for Carbon Capture from Hard-to-abate Emission Sources
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
In many oil and gas facilities, most of the Scope 1 CO2 emissions are associated with combustion of hydrocarbon fuels at discrete point sources, such as fired heaters, steam generators, FCC units and reformers, where abatement of emissions can prove to be challenging through conventional means. In many instances, fuel switching has been rendered impractical by lack of availability of cost-effective low-carbon fuels, while the distributed nature, relatively small scale and CO2 content in flue gases of the various point sources can make selection of economical post-combustion CO2 capture options a challenge. Chemical looping combustion (CLC) is an emerging CO2 capture technology that allows for fuel combustion with inherent separation of CO2, without the need for post-combustion capture or air separation processes for oxyfuel combustion. The resultant high purity CO2 by-product stream can be sent for sequestration or utilization, while the heat generated by CLC can be used for process heating and steam generation. While CLC is a less mature CO2 capture technology than pre-combustion, post-combustion capture and oxyfuel combustion, it has the potential to deliver a lower energy penalty at lower capital cost. Historically, CLC applications at scale have been constrained by the challenges of delivering a suitable reactor solution to host the process. Hatch is collaborating with Natural Resources Canada CanmetENERGY-Ottawa to develop a pressurized chemical looping combustion (PCLC) process, that utilizes Hatch’s proprietary Plug Flow Internal Recirculation (PFIR) fluidized bed reactor to improve circulation rates and reduce the number of reactors required for the process. Process benefits arising from the pressurized operation include improved fuel efficiency relative to conventional combustion and the ability to recover water from off-gas that can be recycled in the plant. This paper explores the application of PCLC for provision of heat and capture of CO2 for several major emission sources in the oil industry.

- 10 30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Private Cellular Networks and the Impact They Have in the Energy Sector
Digitalization will play a key role for Energy companies in the coming years. It will drive efficiencies in operations, increase revenue generation, make the industry safer for both assets and wo...
Sponsored by : Ericsson
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Private Cellular Networks and the Impact They Have in the Energy Sector
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Digitalization will play a key role for Energy companies in the coming years. It will drive efficiencies in operations, increase revenue generation, make the industry safer for both assets and workers, and help these companies to achieve cleaner emissions goals. Connectivity is a major component to the digitalization story. Without consideration of connectivity, it can lead to being a choke-point for the overall digital transformation initiative and make all the other efforts in the story, like Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing, etc, an exercise in futility. This roundtable will take a look at that connectivity story, and how some operators have dealt with the subject, as well as various angles of consideration from different ecosystem players, and finally the newly developed rules around spectrum in Canada and what that means to our Industry.
Moderator



- 10 30 AM
Base Catalytic Technology for Low Carbon Petroleum Processing
Base catalytic technology and converting crude oil to chemicals is getting more attention recently. CNOOC DPC (Direct Petroleum Cut to Chemicals & Materials) technology has strong technical innovat...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Base Catalytic Technology for Low Carbon Petroleum Processing
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Base catalytic technology and converting crude oil to chemicals is getting more attention recently. CNOOC DPC (Direct Petroleum Cut to Chemicals & Materials) technology has strong technical innovation and unique advantages over acidic catalytic technology in producing chemicals and materials from crude oil or heavy oil directly. Industrial tests show that DPC technology leads to a much higher chemical yield, lower dry gas yield and coke formation. The total chemical yield and light olefin yield could reach as high as 77.2% and 41.3% for wax oil after DPC base catalytic treatment, respectively, highest among the technologies reported thus far. It is the only technology in petrochemical industry that is suitable for various types of feedstocks such as crude oil, wax oil, atmospheric residue (AR), vacuum residue (VR), and oil sands bitumen. Additionally, the reaction mechanism of DPC base catalytic technology is carbanion with almost no hydrogen transfer and aromatic condensation reaction but also exhibiting weaker cracking and isomerization reaction ability. After DPC base catalytic upgrading of oil sands bitumen, the viscosity of liquid product is reduced over 99.9% and the density is less than 0.92 g/cm3. In addition, the S/N removal rate is above 80%, and the asphaltene, Conradson carbon residue (CCR) and heavy metal removal rate is almost 100%. Moreover, the vacuum residue fraction is significantly less. It is remarkable that the dry gas and coking yield could reduce to be as low as 0.9% and 7.1%, respectively, and liquid yield is over 92%. Compared with the current oil sands bitumen upgrading technologies, base catalytic technology leads to a much lower coking yield and more valuable products. In addition, it is capable of removing undesirable S/N and heavy metals from oil sands bitumen in one-step and no hydrogen needed. DPC technology has more advantages than delayed coking technology and fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) technology in terms of processing heaving oil and inferior feedstock. Furthermore, DPC technology has more advantages than heavy oil AR or VR hydrotreating process such as atmospheric residue desulfurization (ARDS) or vacuum residue desulfurization (VRDS) technologies. DPC technology is a subversive technology to the current acid catalytic technology and can replace delayed coking, FCC, ARDS or VRDS processes. In addition, DPC base catalytic technology is a promising technology to substitute the current bitumen upgrading technologies and enables bitumen transportation without the addition of diluents.


- 11 00 AM
Pressure Energy Recovery System for Midstream Operators
Objectives/Scope: This paper will explore how turboexpander-generators (TEGs) create clean electricity by recovering unused energy in pressure letdown processes. A focus will be placed on how novel...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Pressure Energy Recovery System for Midstream Operators
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Objectives/Scope: This paper will explore how turboexpander-generators (TEGs) create clean electricity by recovering unused energy in pressure letdown processes. A focus will be placed on how novel technologies can be integrated into TEGs to differentiate them from traditional rotating equipment offerings. A system to economically consume the electricity produced by TEGs in module data centers will be presented to midstream operators. Methods, Procedures, Process: A description of TEGs will be presented, noting how best-in-class technologies like magnetic bearings and high-speed permanent magnetic generators offer end-users improved equipment reliability and lower total cost of ownership. A meta-analysis of pressure letdown processes in the midstream sector will be presented to describe different use cases for unused energy recovery in TEGs. This information will be combined with natural gas consumption trends to estimate the impact which TEG clean electricity generation may have on the midstream sector’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments to greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Common uses of the generated electricity will be discussed, and a process in which electricity produced by a TEG is then consumed in a co-located module data centers will be described. Results, Observations, Conclusions: Rotordynamic data generated by the magnetic bearings in Sapphire’s FreeSpin® In-line Turboexpander will describe how novel technologies minimize operating and maintenance cost while maximizing equipment uptime. As a representative example of how TEG clean electricity generation may help the midstream sector meet its ESG commitments, the United States’ natural gas network will be shown to have an isentropic power potential of 2,900 megawatts. A characteristic financial model will be presented for the consumption of electricity in modular data centers, and it will be shown that midstream operators can often achieve internal rates of return greater than 10 percent when the electricity is generated in a TEG. Novel/Additive Information: This paper describes an off-the-shelf system which midstream operators may immediately integrate into their assets to generate clean electricity. Technically, new magnetic bearing performance information is presented for a system operating in natural gas service. Commercially, new insight on the pricing of clean electricity generation and consumption is presented.

- 11 00 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Private Cellular Networks and the Impact They Have in the Energy Sector Continued
Digitalization will play a key role for Energy companies in the coming years. It will drive efficiencies in operations, increase revenue generation, make the industry safer for both assets and wo...
Sponsored by : Ericsson
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Roundtable Discussion: Private Cellular Networks and the Impact They Have in the Energy Sector Continued
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Digitalization will play a key role for Energy companies in the coming years. It will drive efficiencies in operations, increase revenue generation, make the industry safer for both assets and workers, and help these companies to achieve cleaner emissions goals. Connectivity is a major component to the digitalization story. Without consideration of connectivity, it can lead to being a choke-point for the overall digital transformation initiative and make all the other efforts in the story, like Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Edge Computing, etc, an exercise in futility. This roundtable will take a look at that connectivity story, and how some operators have dealt with the subject, as well as various angles of consideration from different ecosystem players, and finally the newly developed rules around spectrum in Canada and what that means to our Industry.
Moderator



- 11 00 AM
A Methane Data Framework by Stakeholder Consensus
Methane emissions data spans multiple orders of temporal and spatial magnitude. A growing number of commercially available methane detection sensors, platforms, and work practices exist, alongside...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
A Methane Data Framework by Stakeholder Consensus
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Methane emissions data spans multiple orders of temporal and spatial magnitude. A growing number of commercially available methane detection sensors, platforms, and work practices exist, alongside near-countless analytical methods for estimating source location and emission rate. These solutions deliver diverse and often incompatible information products and attribute inconsistently to source categories. A growing need exists for standardization to enable intercomparison of diverse methane data streams. [Development] We present a standardized methane emissions data format developed through engagement with key stakeholders. The framework was developed as part of the GTI Energy Veritas initiative and through collaboration with regulators, industry, non-profits, innovators, solution providers, and researchers. This generalized data formatting template was developed to improve methane emissions data compatibility and to provide guidance for standardization and completeness of measured methane emissions data collection across the oil and natural gas value chain. [Format] The methane data framework includes guiding questions, a taxonomy of measurement and source attribution concepts, and a data management system that can be adopted for reporting purposes. The taxonomy of measurement concepts aims to build consistency among users due to inconsistent terminology among jurisdictions, disciplines, and industry segments. We define data fields for any anticipated needs in methane emissions measurements, including leak detection and repair (LDAR), emissions accounting, or a combination of the two. However, the framework is an open format which can be adapted to evolving needs. The framework scope includes methane measurement from source to site scale, tracking effectiveness of close-range follow-up surveys, and following repair practices to enable estimation of emissions reductions. We propose a system of unique identification codes to track sites, methods, inspectors, sources, and more. The data fields and subfields are grouped into nested categories, including: site data, screening surveys, screening detection events, close-range surveys, close-range detection events, repair and verification, methane detection and quantification (MDAQ) method, and inspector. [Outlook] We expect this methane data framework to streamline broad methane emissions data compatibility and meet diverse measured methane emissions data collection needs, which may include different types of leak detection and repair programs, emissions accounting, and compliance with voluntary emissions reduction standards.
[Authors] Chris Nixon, Maddy Strange, Srijana Rai, Paul Ashford, Erin Blanton, Shannon Katcher, and Thomas Fox.

- 11 30 AM
Indigenous Involvement in Site Clean Up and the Environment
With the recent emergence of Environmental, Social, Governance (“ESG”) policies and reporting requirements, many companies are now looking for support and alternatives when it comes to achieving lo...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Indigenous Involvement in Site Clean Up and the Environment
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
With the recent emergence of Environmental, Social, Governance (“ESG”) policies and reporting requirements, many companies are now looking for support and alternatives when it comes to achieving lofty corporate goals. The recent Site Closure and Rehabilitation Programs in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan have brought to light the importance of Indigenous inclusion and have created an ongoing emphasis for continued Indigenous involvement. West Earth Sciences being an Indigenous owned entity also works regularly with several Indigenous partners; obviously this has its advantages and disadvantages. Jeremy would like to share his learnings and take aways from working with the Indigenous communities, with a goal of teaching our Global Energy peers about the relationship between environmental services and the Indigenous community. The presentation will provide valuable intel on how to work with Indigenous communities. It will teach the attendees why having an Indigenous partner(s) should be emphasis!
Topics will include: - What is the first step? - How do I identify which communities to work with? - How do I approach an Indigenous community? - I have a partnership…now what? - Do’s & Don’ts - Do Indigenous communities have different environmental concerns than their non-indigenous peers? - Etc

- 11 30 AM
Canadian Hydrogen Market Study: A Framework for Companies and Government
In the last year, the hydrogen industry in Canada has started to proliferate, gaining momentum globally. Canada is becoming a leader worldwide in hydrogen production and related technology developm...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Canadian Hydrogen Market Study: A Framework for Companies and Government
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
In the last year, the hydrogen industry in Canada has started to proliferate, gaining momentum globally. Canada is becoming a leader worldwide in hydrogen production and related technology development. Regional strategies have been developed to promote a hydrogen economy across Canada, aiming to produce 20 Mt of hydrogen by 2050. The objective of this market study is to provide a state-of-the-art of the hydrogen industry in Canada for companies that are looking for investment and partnership opportunities as well as for governments. This study covers three fundamental aspects?first, an overview of the existing Federal and Provincial policies affecting the development of the hydrogen industry. Then, a classification of critical players in the Canadian hydrogen value chain, including potential end clients, project owners, upcoming projects, and research organizations. And finally, the main trends and most recent announcements on hydrogen in Canada, including challenges, developments, and future direction of the hydrogen economy. This was achieved by initially conducting a detailed review of the hydrogen strategies and roadmaps developed across the country and identifying the key aspects subject of this work. Later, an exhaustive literature review was conducted to classify the stakeholders depending on their role in the hydrogen sector. Finally, representative players identified were interviewed to understand their perspective on the direction of the hydrogen industry in Canada and the challenges, opportunities, and trends. The most relevant findings from this study are that hydrogen hubs are being formed around Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, and Toronto to promote the development of hydrogen fuel cells, electrolyzers, steam reforming, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage technologies. The corresponding provinces, British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario, are leading the development of a hydrogen economy in their regions. Canadian businesses are collaborating mainly with Northern European and Chinese companies, and potential niches for future collaborations with other countries have also been identified in this report. To the extent of our knowledge, this Canadian hydrogen market study is the first of its kind that any company or country can use as a reference for establishing collaborations, partnerships, or investments with the hydrogen industry in Canada.

- 11 30 AM
Methane Reduction during Upstream Flowback Operations
Eliminating flaring and venting during completion operations is possible. Tara commercially introduced pressurised storage for produced well fluids to the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry in 2013. Wi...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Methane Reduction during Upstream Flowback Operations
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Eliminating flaring and venting during completion operations is possible. Tara commercially introduced pressurised storage for produced well fluids to the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry in 2013. With the industry focus turning to pad development and concurrent flowback operations there was significant gas being vented from atmospheric tanks. (400bbl/ open top tanks). This innovation eliminated venting of methane from atmospheric tanks. Utilizing pressurised storage tanks allowed Tara to flare the waste gas reducing the carbon footprint of well flowback operations. Tara has now deployed a new “Net Zero” process that leverages the utilization of pressurised storage for produced well fluids and takes it to the next level of conservation by compressing the captured waste gas and flowing it inline as sales gas. This eliminates the CO2 created by flaring the waste gas, increases revenue by increasing total sales gas volume, and reduces carbon tax exposure.

- 12 00 PM
- 1 30 PM
Roundtable Discussion: Clean Energy Ecosystems: Is it Possible to Achieve Net Zero by 2035?
As economies build out their net-zero future and work to decarbonize everything from cars, to aviation, to HVAC; supply chain ecosystems will need to accelerate the amount of clean power available....
Sponsored by : Salesforce
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Roundtable Discussion: Clean Energy Ecosystems: Is it Possible to Achieve Net Zero by 2035?
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
As economies build out their net-zero future and work to decarbonize everything from cars, to aviation, to HVAC; supply chain ecosystems will need to accelerate the amount of clean power available. Canada has one of the cleanest energy systems in the world, but there is more to do to make it cleaner. This discussion will focus on three ways your business can prepare to achieve your net-zero targets:
• Being the solution
• The emergence of industry ecosystems collaborating towards net-zero
• Integrating sustainability into your supply chain.
Moderator




- 1 30 PM
Wind Turbine Operation Optimization and Condition Monitoring Using Advanced Analytics
The main objective of this presentation is demonstrating effective condition monitoring techniques for heavy industrial equipment by utilizing continuously recorded operating parameters SCADA (Supe...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Wind Turbine Operation Optimization and Condition Monitoring Using Advanced Analytics
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
The main objective of this presentation is demonstrating effective condition monitoring techniques for heavy industrial equipment by utilizing continuously recorded operating parameters SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Accusation) data points and advanced numerical and data science techniques. Typically for condition monitoring of heavy industrial equipment ? pressure/temperature readings, high frequency sounds/vibrations, X-rays, in addition to lubricant condition monitoring are used. However, collection of such data, require shutting down equipment for installation of sensors that require manual intervention. Meanwhile, operational data collected on regular intervals (e.g., 10 minutes), comprised of main operating factors such as wind speed, power generated, pitch angle and similar performance parameters can be used for monitoring health of components and degradation such as blades, gearbox, and generator. This presentation uses advanced analytics techniques such as unsupervised machine learning, clustering, predictive modelling, and analysis of residuals for monitoring health of wind turbine gearbox, since deterioration can be monitoring by analysis of rotor to generator rotation ratios over extended period of time. As nature of wind is turbulent with rapid fluctuations, a wind turbine may operate in variety of operational modes within relatively short period of time. Monitoring health of wind turbines requires consistent operational conditions such as wind speed and torques within the machinery. This presentation introduces the concept of operational mode detection using Normal Mixture algorithm for dividing operating datasets into consistent subgroups, which can used for long term health monitoring of equipment.

- 1 30 PM
Techno-economic Analysis Model for Optimal Methane Emissions Mitigation Strategies
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction has become a top priority across the globe significant efforts are being devoted to the development of new technologies that can assist economies to achieve these...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Techno-economic Analysis Model for Optimal Methane Emissions Mitigation Strategies
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Greenhouse gas emissions reduction has become a top priority across the globe significant efforts are being devoted to the development of new technologies that can assist economies to achieve these reductions, in addition, there are several technologies and operating practices that have been proven by industry for effective emissions mitigation from key industrial sectors. However, every operator and facility need to evaluate which technologies are the best candidates given that the technical and economic feasibility strongly depend on the facility configuration and local context. Data quality and consistency are at the core of these evaluations. Although several agencies have reported valuable “typical” opportunities for mitigation and average marginal abatement cost curves (MACC), it is difficult for operators to apply this knowledge to their specific circumstances. There is a need for software tools that can ensure that high-quality and consistent emissions estimation methodologies are in use across organizations and that can report on site-specific MACC opportunities. TEAM presents a methodology implemented in a software platform to establish emissions profiles for the upstream oil & gas sector where best-available estimation methodologies are implemented and where mitigation technologies can be evaluated taking the local context into account. Where appropriate, first principles models are applied for VLE calculations, alternatively data driven models are also invoked to supplement the framework and improve accuracy. The tool incorporates statistical methods, simulation techniques, refined capital and operating cost estimation methods, and geospatial information. Additionally, TEAM can be used to develop geospatially resolved, bottom-up SLCP and GHG emissions inventories. It can be applied at the jurisdictional, regional, operator and individual facility level. Potential users of TEAM include policy analysts, operators of industrial facilities, developers of emission mitigation projects, technology vendors, technical advisors, management, and institutions involved in GHG and SLCP emissions reporting. The target climate pollutants are methane (CH4), carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrous oxide (N2O) and black carbon (BC), but the TEAM tool can also assess emissions of criteria air contaminants. In addition to analyzing emissions and mitigation opportunities for groupings of facilities, TEAM can be used to perform similar analyses of individual facilities. The key outputs of the economic analysis are the estimated cash commitments and revenues produced (or costs avoided) in each year of operation, the net present value of the project, the return on investment, and the payback period. The detailed results of each economic analysis completed are presented in the results section of this reporting feature for each targeted category of mitigation opportunities The methodology presented in this work enables an efficient evaluation and identification of promising emissions reduction pathways that take into consideration the unique constraints and characteristics of each facility and jurisdiction and offers a framework to accelerate action in methane emissions reductions.

- 2 00 PM
Roundtable Discussion: Clean Energy Ecosystems: Is it Possible to Achieve Net Zero by 2035? Continued
As economies build out their net-zero future and work to decarbonize everything from cars, to aviation, to HVAC; supply chain ecosystems will need to accelerate the amount of clean power available....
Sponsored by : Salesforce
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Roundtable Discussion: Clean Energy Ecosystems: Is it Possible to Achieve Net Zero by 2035? Continued
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
As economies build out their net-zero future and work to decarbonize everything from cars, to aviation, to HVAC; supply chain ecosystems will need to accelerate the amount of clean power available. Canada has one of the cleanest energy systems in the world, but there is more to do to make it cleaner. This discussion will focus on three ways your business can prepare to achieve your net-zero targets:
• Being the solution
• The emergence of industry ecosystems collaborating towards net-zero
• Integrating sustainability into your supply chain
Moderator




- 2 00 PM
SOFC and PV Hybrid Setups - Unbeatable under Harsh Conditions
Large areas at the northern hemisphere underlie strong seasonal changes in regard of solar irradiation and, partially, extreme temperature as well as fluctuating winds. Primarily we think of the le...
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
SOFC and PV Hybrid Setups - Unbeatable under Harsh Conditions
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
Large areas at the northern hemisphere underlie strong seasonal changes in regard of solar irradiation and, partially, extreme temperature as well as fluctuating winds. Primarily we think of the less populated regions of North America, Scandinavia or Russia in this case, that makes year-round off-grid power on a high level of security of supply to an issue. Also, in regions with higher population and infrastructural density, we were challenged by the requirements to power equipment or applications in remote locations with no access to supply networks and suboptimal local ambient conditions for solar and wind energy utilisation. The presentation will introduce the use of fuel cell devices additionally or alternatively to PV and wind power in permanently operated off-grid applications that need to be powered on a high level of security of supply. Such applications can usually be found in industrial environments e.g., telecommunication, oil & gas, mining as well as in security, traffic control, meteorology and environmental monitoring. There will be introduced configurations to cover a wide range of off-grid power demand between 0.05 and the low kW range in average. Furthermore, it will be explained how to manage higher peak load requirements. Finally, application examples, operation experiences and strategies to make off-grid power not only resilient but also renewable, will be shared.

- 2 00 PM
Mitigating Weak Methane: Oxidizing without a Catalyst
Objective: A New Solution for Weak Methane Oxidation In oil, gas and coal operations, weak methane emissions (below 2% volumetric concentration or 20,000 ppmv) have historically been vented or evad...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Mitigating Weak Methane: Oxidizing without a Catalyst
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Objective: A New Solution for Weak Methane Oxidation In oil, gas and coal operations, weak methane emissions (below 2% volumetric concentration or 20,000 ppmv) have historically been vented or evaded capture. Newly proposed Canadian methane regulations and the Global Methane Pledge will challenge existing methane mitigation tools, especially for weak methane. At least half of global methane emissions are “weak.” Research on catalysts for oxidation of weak methane, such as methane slip from lean-burn engines, have been partially successful, but catalyst cost, poisoning and longevity are concerns. Regenerative Thermal Oxidizers are bulky, take a long time to heat up, and require flow reversals every few minutes. A new solution is needed. Method: High Temperature Porous Heat Transfer A novel high-temp, all-metal, porous heat exchanger has achieved oxidation of methane at concentrations as low as 0.6% by volume in air, by harnessing the energy inherent in methane itself. It shows promise to oxidize methane as low as 0.3%, even 0.2% (2,000 ppm). The exchanger has been tested at 25 cubic feet per minute (cfm) of air flow. The porous heat exchanger can operate at pressures up to 10 or more atmospheres. Higher pressure may offer several advantages. Because gas density increases with pressure, the heat exchanger will be smaller. The higher pressure could be used to power a gas turbine, which in turn could drive a compressor that provides the pressure. With methane concentrations as low as 1.5%, the system will be able generate surplus power. The porous heat exchanger can have several uses for methane. It could also be used to oxidize and remove VOCs from industrial waste gases. Process: Develop and Demonstrate Plans are underway to further develop the exchanger, test it to its pressure, temperature and methane oxidation limits, and to then demonstrate it for oxidizing methane slip from lean-burn gas engines. Exchangers with capacity for 1,000 cfm, 10,000 cfm and 40,000 cfm air flow are planned. Demonstration projects on lean burn engines and tank vapor emissions are planned for Alberta oil and gas production. The porous heat exchangers will be manufactured using 3D printing, thus greatly reducing material use while also increasing heat transfer. Participants include Carnegie Mellon University for its metallurgy and high temperature 3D printing expertise, University of California Davis for its high-temperature high-pressure microchannel heat exchanger expertise, and Colorado State University for its lean burn gas engine expertise, the American Bureau of Shipping concerned with lean-burn engine methane slip on ships, and Kaiser Aluminum’s Imperial Machine and Tool, for its 3D printing capability. Observations/Conclusions: The testing will be witnessed by independent experts and the test results reviewed by peer groups.

- 2 30 PM
A Spin on Oily Water Treatment
Managing produced water, a by-product of oil and gas extraction is a significant challenge for the oil and gas industry because of its large volume, chemical composition, and potential environmenta...
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
A Spin on Oily Water Treatment
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Clean Tech & Environment Theatre - Room A - Hall C
Managing produced water, a by-product of oil and gas extraction is a significant challenge for the oil and gas industry because of its large volume, chemical composition, and potential environmental impact.
Membrane filtration is used in the oil and gas industry to reduce chemical usage and associated costs, environmental footprint, and waste materials disposal. However, tubular membranes require a great deal of energy to retain the crossflow velocity and maintain the membrane to keep it clean and free from fouling because contaminants build up on the surface of the membrane and reduce its effectiveness over time.
Swirltex’s patented new technology significantly increases the performance of tubular membranes through our buoyancy-enhanced membrane filtration technique. This unique method combines the effects of gas injection to create a two-phase flow inside the membrane while generating a vortex or centrifugal force. The contaminants bind to the gas bubbles, thus increasing their buoyancy and allowing them to float. This increases the sheer velocity of the solution and separates it according to its buoyancy. Swirltex is utilizing this breakthrough technology in produced water applications, which significantly increases tubular membranes' performance. The Swirltex technology consumes less energy than a conventional tubular membrane because of the air injection in our process.
Our annular flow increases efficiency and reduces membrane fouling as well, as contaminants are prevented from touching the sides of the membrane. Changes in the flow pattern and configuration can increase production output up to 200 percent in flux under variable flow conditions.
Swirltex unlocked re-use potential for a leading Canadian energy producer in the Montney region. Initially, the client was dealing with high disposal and operation costs, as well as environmental concerns. However, heavy sludge production and poor oil-water separation made treatment difficult. Additional problems with high volumes of iron, total suspended solids, bacteria, and oil & grease also caused treatment to be ineffective. The client also struggled with an underperforming oil removal filter system with high OPEX costs for chemical treatment.
ESG pressures and fresh-water scarcity further called into question sustainability in the produced water sector. The client aimed to reuse wastewater economically with a significant reduction in contaminants, and Swirltex was able to deliver results verified by third-party lab analysis. With a permeate production flux of 500 L/m2h under an operating time of 180 minutes, energy consumption was only 1.1 kWh/m3. The data showed contaminant reduction in over 90% of parameters, including total suspended solids, bacteria, iron, and oil & grease.
Hence, the result obtained from Swirltex’s buoyancy-enhanced membrane filtration technology has proven to be a potential game-changer in the produced water treatment industry, significantly reducing environmental impacts and contributing to a more sustainable future.

- 2 30 PM
Sustainable Energy Security in the Natural Capital Economy
Track Sponsor: : Samsung
Transformative Energy Theatre - Room B - Hall C
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

- 2 30 PM
Optimizing Oil Production and Mitigating Recurring Oilfield Maintenance with Application of the Enercat Downhole Tool Technology
Enercat Technology Inc’s proprietary downhole tool technology is a revolutionary innovation in controlling paraffin, asphaltene and mineral scale deposition in downhole and surface petroleum produc...
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Optimizing Oil Production and Mitigating Recurring Oilfield Maintenance with Application of the Enercat Downhole Tool Technology
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Sustainable Oil & Gas Theatre - Room C - Hall C
Enercat Technology Inc’s proprietary downhole tool technology is a revolutionary innovation in controlling paraffin, asphaltene and mineral scale deposition in downhole and surface petroleum production equipment. The technology also substantially reduces heavy oil viscosity. Our tools deliver major economic benefits from increased oil production, greatly reduced oilfield maintenance, and improved operational efficiencies. Enercat’s technology is proven by more than 5,000 successful installations over many years in 23 countries. The essence of how the technology works relies on the passive vibrational energy emitted by the tool that stabilizes the crude oil structure as it exists in the reservoir and conveys the crude to the wellhead in reservoir condition.

- 3 00 PM