Akinê’s Demonstration Project Demonstration Project Dramatically Reduces Electricity Costs and Increases Profitability
In 2022 Akinê completed an 18-month Demonstration Project on brownfield wells in SE Saskatchewan. This project, supported by Alberta Innovates, aimed to demonstrate that electric cost per unit of production (power intensity) can be [...]
International Cooperation to Reduce Methane Emissions for Inactive & Leaky Wells
Canada’s oil and gas sector continues to address the challenges of climate change with new project(s) designed to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas wells. U.K. oil and gas companies also recognize this [...]
PTAC: Taking Credit for Responsibly Produced Oil and Gas: An Interactive Virtual Mini-Conference Part Two-September 21, 2022
PTAC continues with our Taking Credit for Responsibly Produced Oil and Gas: An Interactive Virtual Mini-Conference in a second session-Part Two-to examine recent technology and regulatory developments. September 21, 2022 9:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) [...]
Net Zero Conference and Expo October 25-27 2022
THE FUTURE OF ENERGY-Achieving Net•Zero & Growing Canada's EconomyThis informative three-day event brings together stakeholders from government organizations, regulatory bodies, oil and gas producing companies, service and supply companies, research centres, and academic institutions. Hear [...]
PTAC has reach its goal of developing the technology capacity to reduce the sector’s methane emissions by 45%
PTAC is pleased to announce that we have met our goal of developing, field testing, and demonstrating technologies, which collectively have the capacity to reduce the sector’s methane emissions by more than 45%. These technologies are not only currently reducing methane emission in Canada, but also are helping global reduction of methane emissions. PTAC has published the Methane Detection and Mitigation Initiatives Report, and we invite you to read the full report here.
AirMarket joins TELUS for the opening of HUB 350
AirMarket participated in the opening of HUB 350 as one of TELUS’ innovation partners. It was designed to be both an official opening but also an opportunity for the member companies (such as TELUS) to highlight some of their current innovation activities. In addition to a static display of its systems, AirMarket conducted a series of “connected drone” demonstrations, where it flew a drone in Kanata, piloted over the cellular network from Edmonton
Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada appoints Allan Fogwill as incoming Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Fogwill is a business leader with more than 30 years of experience in the energy sector, his background includes proven expertise focused on evolving energy policies, energy technology transitions, market analysis of energy sector activities and optimization processes.
2021 PTAC Virtual Innovation Showcase
‘Wander’ through our webpage, watch the exhibitor videos from the participating organizations, and learn about available technologies and services with applications in oil & gas. It will be like a physical trade show, but from the comfort of your own home! Attend today!
Government of Alberta TIER Program awards PTAC $2 million to enhance emissions reduction efforts in Alberta
As part of the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Environment and Parks TIER Program, PTAC has been awarded $2 million over 2.5 years to enhance emissions reduction efforts in Alberta. PTAC's primary goal is to conduct applied research aimed at improving the oil and gas sector's methane emissions management at a reduced cost.
Technology Department events and recordings
Over the last few months, and continuing through 2020, Marc Godin, Director of Technology, has presented a vast array of virtual events to bring relevant and engaging content to the oil and gas sector.