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Prairie Provident Resources announces closing of $5 million second lien financing

CALGARY, Alberta – Prairie Provident Resources Inc. (TSX: PPR) (“Prairie Provident” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has completed the issuance of second lien notes due December 31, 2024 in the principal amount of US$3.64 million (equivalent to approximately C$5 million) (the “Second Lien Notes”) with certain affiliates of PCEP Canadian Holdco, LLC … Read more

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Regulator defends finding that Alberta’s largest earthquake was caused by oilpatch

EDMONTON — Alberta’s energy regulator has defended its finding that the province’s largest recorded earthquake was caused by oilpatch activity, saying the pattern of temblors since last fall clearly points to a water disposal well even though there’s …

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Huge Contribution: $755 billion: The Energy Sector’s Revenue Contribution to Canadian Governments, 2000–2021

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Canada’s oil and gas sector contributed over $26 billion per year in revenues to federal, provincial and municipal governments since 2000 By Lennie Kaplan Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Ottawa at sunrise overlook the Parliament of Canada and the Supreme Court of Canada. Getty Images photo … Read more

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RCMP Arrest Five People Near Natural Gas Pipeline Construction Site in Northern B.C.

The RCMP say five people have been arrested at two camps in the area where a disputed natural gas pipeline is under construction in northwestern British Columbia.
Police say Mounties responded to a complaint Sunday night from Coastal GasLink security,…

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Oil Heads for Weekly Surge as Iraqi Supply Disruption Continues

Oil headed for a weekly surge of about 7% as an ongoing disruption to Iraqi exports tightened the market ahead of US inflation data. West Texas Intermediate futures fell to around $74 a barrel on Friday after closing almost 2% higher in the previous session. Crude dropped following the European market open, which has so … Read more

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Shell Splits Up Global Renewable Power Unit in New CEO’s Shakeup

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Shell Plc is splitting up its global renewable power business as new Chief Executive Officer Wael Sawan puts his imprint on the energy giant. Sawan already reshaped his top management team in January — just a few weeks into the job — by combining natural gas and oil operations and merging renewables with refining and … Read more

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The World’s Mega Wind Turbines Are About to Get Even Bigger

Giant wind turbines are poised to get even bigger, according to Ming Yang Smart Energy Group Ltd., a manufacturer that already offers equipment fitted with vast 140-meter-long blades. “The trend is to get larger, no matter for onshore or offshore turbines,” Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Zhang Chuanwei said in an interview. Equipment designs are also likely … Read more

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OPEC+ unlikely to tweak oil policy in Monday talks

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(Reuters) – OPEC+ is likely to stick to its existing deal to cut oil output at a meeting on Monday, five delegates from the producer group told Reuters, after oil prices recovered following a drop to 15-month lows. Oil has recovered towards $80 a barrel for Brent crude after falling to near $70 on March … Read more

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BUDGET 2023 – Trudeau Delivers High Deficits and Higher Taxes Forever

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OTTAWA, ON: The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is criticizing Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s budget for raising taxes and running deficits indefinitely. “This budget is giving taxpayers big deficits, more money wasted on interest charges and higher taxes,” said Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the CTF. “This government doesn’t care about fiscal prudence or helping taxpayers.” The deficit … Read more

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ATCO Gives Mexico Troubled Pipeline After $100 Mln Damage Award

MEXICO CITY, March 30 (Reuters) – Canada’s ATCO Ltd has agreed to transfer ownership to Mexico of an unfinished pipeline bogged down in a dispute with the Mexican state power company, two officials told Reuters, marking a rare breakthrough in ongoing tensions over energy. Reuters in October reported that Mexican power utility Comision Federal de Electricidad (CFE) … Read more

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Alberta to Contribute to CCUS after Ottawa Commitments

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Alberta – the heart of the country’s oil and gas industry – is expected to offer more support for carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) projects now that the federal government has its incentives in place, the federal natural resources minister told Reuters on Thursday. CCUS is one of the key technologies Canada is relying … Read more

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Feature Story: Cenovus Energy Building Homes for Indigenous Communities in Northern Alberta

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The $50 million program is the largest community investment in company history By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Students from the Portage College construction and trades readiness program. Photo courtesy Cenovus Energy Cenovus Energy is following through on a commitment to help build up … Read more

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“Big Spending, Big Deficits, Big Debt, High Taxes, High Inflation” – Scotiabank Economist Severely Criticizes Trudeau, Freeland Over $43 Billion Spending Boost

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s plan to add billions of dollars in new annual spending has some economists worried that Canada is at risk of racking up unsustainable debt — especially if economic growth comes in worse than expected.Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland’s latest budget added C$43 billion ($32 billion) in net new costs over six years, primarily by increasing health-care … Read more

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Schachter’s Eye on Energy: Global Banking Crisis Is Not Over. Use Periods Of Market Turmoil To Add To Bargain Energy Stock Positions.

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Each week Josef Schachter gives you his insights into global events, price forecasts and the fundamentals of the energy sector. Josef offers a twice monthly Black Gold  newsletter covering the general energy market and 37 energy, energy service and pipeline & infrastructure companies with regular updates. We also hold quarterly webinars and provide Action BUY … Read more

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Hammerhead Energy Inc. announces record 2022 annual results, 2022 year-end reserves and provides 2023 guidance

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Hammerhead Energy Inc. (“Hammerhead Energy” or “HEI”) (TSX: HHRS, HHRS.WT ; NASDAQ: HHRS, HHRSW) is pleased to announce record 2022 annual financial and operating results, year-end 2022 reserves and provide 2023 guidance. On February 23, 2023, HEI completed a plan of arrangement pursuant to a business combination agreement with Decarbonization Plus Acquisition Corporation IV (“DCRD”), an … Read more

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Petrus Resources announces monthly activity update

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CALGARY, Alberta – Petrus Resources Ltd. (“Petrus” or the “Company”) (TSX: PRQ) is pleased to announce the most recent version of the Company’s monthly activity update can be found on the Company’s website at https://www.petrusresources.com/monthlyupdates. ABOUT PETRUS Petrus is a public Canadian oil and gas company focused on property exploitation, strategic acquisitions and risk-managed exploration in Alberta. … Read more

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Falling Short: Budget Measures Unlikely Enough to Spur Major Carbon Capture Investments

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CALGARY — A question mark continues to hang over the future of carbon capture and storage projects in Canada, in spite of a pledge in Tuesday’s federal budget to deliver more investment certainty for major emissions-reducing projects.
“Look, we have s…

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CAOEC Seeks More Federal Support to Accelerate Carbon-Tech in the Energy Services Sector

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The Canadian Association of Energy Contractors (CAOEC) supports the federal government’s investment in clean energy tax credits announced in the 2023 federal budget on March 28. “The CAOEC recognizes progress has been made for the energy services sector with new tax credits for clean technology manufacturing and processing, and critical mineral extraction and processing. The … Read more

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Oil Rises on U.S. Crude Draw, Iraqi Supply Risks

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LONDON, March 30 (Reuters) – Oil prices rose on Thursday as a surprise drop in U.S. crude stockpiles and a halt in exports from Iraq’s Kurdistan region offset a smaller-than-expected cut to Russian supplies. Brent crude futures rose 49 cents, or 0.63%, to $78.77 a barrel at 1145 GMT, while West Texas Intermediate crude rose … Read more

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Why ESG in America May Face a Rough Road Ahead

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If BlackRock Inc.’s largest ESG-labeled exchange-traded fund is a bellwether for the sustainable investing industry, it’s fair to say the US sector may be in for a bumpy ride. The assets of the iShares ESG Aware MSCI USA ETF (ticker ESGU) have dropped to $13.8 billion from a high of $25 billion as recently as a year … Read more

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How Solar Roofs Are Being Used to Power Electric Cars

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Every two years, engineering students from across the US compete in the American Solar Challenge, where around 10 schools cobble together a car designed to go as far as possible, powered exclusively by the sun. In 2022, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology took the top prize with a car that looks sort of like a … Read more

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The World’s Most Important Oil Price Is About to Change for Good

After years of wrangling, the world’s most important oil price is about to be transformed for good, allowing crude supplies from west Texas to help determine the price of millions of barrels a day of petroleum transactions.The shift is because the existing benchmark, Dated Brent, is slowly running out of tradable oil for it to … Read more

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Crescent Point to buy Spartan Delta Corp.’s Montney assets in $1.7-billion deal

CALGARY — Crescent Point Energy Corp. has reached a deal to buy Spartan Delta Corp.’s Montney oilfield assets in Alberta for $1.7 billion, a deal that will see the Calgary-based company significantly grow its presence in what is one of North America’s…

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Prairie Provident Resources announces transformative recapitalization transactions

Transactions include Senior Credit Facility Extension, New Second Lien Financing, Repayment of Subordinated Notes with Equity and related Warrant Exercise, and Brokered Equity Financing Completion will significantly reduce total indebtedness by $68 million, repositioning the Company to be 1.5x to 2.0x exit debt-to-EBITDA with estimated free funds flow of $17 million to $22 million in … Read more

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Vermilion Energy Inc. confirms closing of Southeast Saskatchewan asset sale

CALGARY, AB, March 29, 2023 /CNW/ – Vermilion Energy Inc. (“Vermilion”) (TSX: VET) (NYSE: VET) is pleased to confirm the closing of the previously announced sale of non-core assets in southeast Saskatchewan for gross proceeds of $225 million, prior to closing adjustments. The assets are comprised of approximately 5,500 boe/d of non-core light oil production spread across the greater Arcola and Queensdale areas of southeast Saskatchewan. … Read more

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Federal Budget Initiatives Enhance Competitiveness in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland

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Alberta, Canada – Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association welcomes initiatives announced in Budget 2023-24 that will enhance the competitiveness of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland (AIH) through targeted incentives and supports. Initiatives such as an Investment Tax Credits (ITC) for hydrogen production and a pending ITC for Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage will help level the playing field with … Read more

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US to auction Gulf of Mexico oil under climate compromise

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Companies have offered bids on more than 2,600 square miles (6,700 square kilometers) of federal oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico in a sale mandated by last year’s climate bill compromise.
Wednesday’s auction i…

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US to auction Gulf of Mexico oil under climate compromise

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Companies have offered bids on more than 2,600 square miles (6,700 square kilometers) of federal oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico in a sale mandated by last year’s climate bill compromise.
Wednesday’s auction i…

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US to auction Gulf of Mexico oil under climate compromise

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Companies have offered bids on more than 2,600 square miles (6,700 square kilometers) of federal oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico in a sale mandated by last year’s climate bill compromise.
Wednesday’s auction i…

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No Thanks! Gen Z Turns Their Back on Mining / Oil Careers

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Courtesy of ENERGYminute   See more articles and infographics from ENERGYminute HERE Careers under consideration for ages 15 to 30 Share of respondents that would consider a position in: Courtesy of McKinzie & Company Young people looking for their first “real job” are turning their noses up to the critical mining and oil and gas sectors, according … Read more

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Acquisition Announcement: Energy Auctions & Brokerage Inc is Very Excited to Announce Crude Master Transport Inc. Acquiring the Complete Assets/Shares of Excel Oil & Water Hauling Ltd.

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Energy Auctions & Brokerage Inc is very excited to announce Crude Master Transport Inc. acquiring the complete assets/shares of Excel Oil & Water Hauling Ltd. A huge thank you to Glenn & Kelly Medernach and Chris & Tina Kenyon of Excel Oil & Water Hauling to trust us and to allow us in the helping of this … Read more

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The New Activist Target: Stop Insuring Carbon Projects ‘Immediately’, Activists Tell Insurance Bosses

Summary Insure our Future writes to 30 insurance companies Group says will challenge climate laggards at AGMs Follows new warning from U.N. climate scientists FRANKFURT/LONDON, March 28 (Reuters) – A group of climate activists has called on 30 insurance company bosses to “immediately” stop underwriting new fossil fuel projects in the wake of a stark … Read more

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Oil Advances on Kurdish Supply Dispute and US Inventory Data

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Oil extended gains as Iraqi exports via Turkey remain disrupted amid a dispute with Kurdish authorities, while an industry report showed a decline in US stockpiles.Brent crude traded above $79 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate topped $74. Both benchmarks rose to their highest level in two weeks. Oil has been buttressed by factors including … Read more

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OPEC+ Shows No Sign of Changing Oil Output at Meeting Next Week

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The OPEC+ coalition is showing no signs of adjusting oil production next week, staying the course amid turbulence in financial markets. Group leader Saudi Arabia has said publicly that the 23-nation alliance should keep supplies steady for the whole of 2023 as it navigates a fragile recovery in global oil demand. Delegates from the group say privately … Read more

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More Spending – More Debt: Here Are the Key Takeaways in Canada’s Budget

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(Bloomberg) — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland released a budget in Ottawa on Tuesday that deepens Canada’s fiscal deficit as the Trudeau government books C$43 billion ($31.6 billion) in new costs over six years. New spending focuses on bolstering the health-care system, keeping up with the US on clean-technology incentives, and helping low-income Canadians cope with inflation. … Read more

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Crescent Point’s $1.3 Billion Shale Deal Speeds Up Push Into Alberta

Crescent Point Energy Corp. is accelerating its shift into Alberta’s shale plays with a C$1.7 billion ($1.3 billion) acquisition of Spartan Delta Corp.’s assets in the prolific Montney formation.The purchase will add 600 drilling locations and production equivalent to 38,000 barrels of oil a day, Calgary-based Crescent Point said Tuesday. The cash acquisition — which … Read more

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Alberta Energy Regulator to launch third-party probe of Kearl oilsands tailings leak

The Alberta Energy Regulator says it will launch an independent investigation into the tailings leak at Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands mine.
The regulator says in a news release today it is looking for a qualified, impartial third party to conduct the …

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Budget Reactions: Canada 2023/24 Budget Deficit to Jump, Ottawa to Boost Spending

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TORONTO, March 28 (Reuters) – Canada on Tuesday sought to close competitive gaps with United States with a budget aimed at attracting investment in the low-carbon economy, including tax incentives for electric-vehicle (EV) manufacturers and expanding the electricity grid. COMMENTARY TED MALLETT, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC FORECASTING AT THE CONFERENCE BOARD OF CANADA “The overall take … Read more

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Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. Reports 2022 Year-End Results

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 28, 2023) – Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. (TSXV: SOIL) (FSE: SMKA) (OTCQX: OILSF) (“Saturn” or the “Company“) is pleased to report its financial and operating results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022. “2022 was the most active year for light oil development in Saturn’s history. The Company … Read more

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Manage your pain points and mitigate stress with SPS West

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SPS West is a leading organization that specializes in providing highly engineered specialty solutions to its customers, and its core values are at the heart of its success. SPS acts as the conduit between some of the world’s best manufacturers and some of Canada’s most brilliant engineers. They manufacture and design engineered specialty products with … Read more

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GeoVerra: Surveying, Supplemented

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Industry. Timber. When those two meet, the Forestry and Environmental team at GeoVerra is there to help.  Each project has its own set of challenges, and that’s why we’ve built a group of professionals as dynamic as the energy and forestry clients we serve. “We work anywhere industry and timber intersect,” says Adrienne Maskalyk, vice … Read more

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Feds Outline $83B in Clean Economy Tax Credits in Bid to Compete with U.S. Incentive

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OTTAWA — Serious money is heading for Canadian industries looking to reduce emissions after the federal government unveiled its answer to the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act.
The spending commitments announced in Tuesday’s federal budget include tax cred…

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Canada’s 2023 Budget: More Needs to be Done for Indigenous Resource Development

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March 28, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Calgary, AB – Today Canada announced its 2023 budget. The Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) has done significant advocacy work in the lead up to this announcement. IRN started with the launch of our Ownership Changes Everything campaign advocating for a National Indigenous Guaranteed Loan program. In January we put more … Read more

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Prospera Energy PEI ESG Initiatives Reduces Asset Retirement Liability Commendably and Gains the Principal Investors Support and Guidance to Increase ESG Efforts Effectually

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CALGARY, Alberta, March 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prospera Energy Inc. PEI: TSX-V; OF6A: FRA, OTC: GXRFF Approximately, two years ago Prospera was restructured to be profitable and compliant from a terminal position. Although the focus was to increase production rapidly, Prospera has commendably managed to address 400+ non-compliances and abandoned 60 wells. As a result, … Read more

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Completed Heartland Petrochemical Complex Opens New Doors for Recyclable Canadian Plastic

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Polypropylene production to have 65% lower emissions than global average By Deborah Jaremko Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter The Heartland Petrochemical Complex near Edmonton, Alberta. Photo courtesy Inter Pipeline Ltd. Containers, plates, dishwasher pods, carpets, luggage, automotive plastics, medical equipment, cold weather clothing, beach footwear, flooring. … Read more

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Government of Canada Enhances Support for CCS Projects – Statement from International CCS Knowledge Centre

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In response to the release of the Government of Canada’s 2023 budget today, the International CCS Knowledge Centre welcomes the additional clarification and extended measures to support the development of large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS/CCUS) projects in Canada that were included in the federal budget. The Knowledge Centre’s President and CEO James Millar said: “While … Read more

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Free market energy solutions and a Canadian response to the Inflation Reduction Act

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All eyes on the federal government in this conversation between Michael Binnion, Ed Whittingham, Shannon Stubbs and others. From right to left: Michael Binnion, Ed Whittingham, Éric Duhaime, Clint Thomas and Shannon Stubbs at the 2023 Canada Strong and Free Network conference. More News and Views From Resource Works Here It’s an occasion. Your Russian … Read more

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Spartan Delta Corp. announces $1.7 billion Montney asset sale, distribution of proceeds to shareholders, creation of a new growth-oriented pure-play Montney oriented company and transition of Spartan Delta to a deep basin focused corporation

CALGARY, AB – Spartan Delta Corp. (“Spartan” or the “Company“) (TSX: SDE) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive purchase and sale agreement (the “Agreement“) with Crescent Point Energy Corp. (“Crescent Point“) which provides for the sale of the Company’s Gold Creek and Karr Montney assets (the “Assets“) for cash consideration of $1.7 billion, subject to customary adjustments as … Read more

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Oil Extends Year’s Biggest Rally as Iraqi Clash Curbs Exports

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Oil extended its biggest rally of the year as a clash between Iraq and its Kurdish region curtailed exports, while fears over a fallout from the banking crisis receded. West Texas Intermediate futures rose as much as 1%, after jumping above 5% on Monday in the steepest surge since October. A legal dispute between Iraq, its semi-autonomous … Read more

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Trudeau Government to Lean on Carbon Capture in Green-Subsidy Race With US

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Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland plans to expand Canada’s investment subsidies for the oil and hydrogen sectors and allocate C$2 billion ($1.5 billion) to a fund for cutting emissions from heavy industry. The money is part of a plan by one of the world’s largest oil producers to accelerate the growth of clean technology. Freeland’s budget, to be … Read more

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Brookfield-led team shrugs off energy policy headwinds in $10 bln Origin deal

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Summary Origin agreed to A$15.35 billion deal on Monday Energy Markets business to be acquired by Brookfield EIG’s MidOcean Energy to take gas production business Shares in Origin trading 1% higher SYDNEY, March 28 (Reuters) – Canada’s Brookfield (BAM.TO) and its partner EIG decided to go ahead with a $10.2 billion plan to buy Australia’s Origin Energy … Read more

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High Arctic Announces 2022 Fourth Quarter and Year End Financial and Operating Results

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW CALGARY, Alberta, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX: HWO) (the “Corporation” or “High Arctic”) released its fourth quarter and year-end … Read more

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Strategies, Sustainability for Petrochemical Industry Growth is Focus of Conference

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Alberta is Canada’s largest refining and petrochemical cluster. With the province’s abundant feedstock and transportations systems, this sector is poised to continue growing. Strategies for developing Alberta’s petrochemical industry is the focus of PetroChem Canada West Conference & Exhibition on March 29 & 30 in Calgary, with companies such as Nova Chemicals, Inter Pipeline, Kiewit … Read more

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Canada’s budget to set up carbon credit contracts for differences for large projects

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Canada’s budget will introduce a system to lock in future carbon credit prices, a senior government source with knowledge of the document said on Monday, a move meant to boost investments by giving businesses certainty to develop low-carbon technologies. So-called contracts for differences set a price on tradable carbon credits, which heavy emitters can get … Read more

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Oil Traders’ Bearish Turn Signals Prices May Stay Low

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Ask the world’s biggest oil traders where the market is headed as prices hover near a 15-month low, and you’ll hear almost universal agreement: The stage is set for a rally.But an examination of trading data tells a much different story. In the past two weeks, speculators have cut bullish positions in US crude to … Read more

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CIB to invest C$277 mln in Shell-Suncor biorefinery in Quebec

Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) said on Monday it would invest C$277 million in a carbon recycling facility in Quebec run by a joint-venture backed by Shell and Suncor Energy Inc. The facility will generate hydrogen and oxygen by using electrolysis to convert non-recyclable waste and residual biomass into biofuels with a capacity of up to … Read more

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Saudi Aramco to invest billions in Chinese petrochemicals

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Saudi Arabia’s state-owned oil giant Aramco will invest billions of dollars in China’s downstream petrochemicals industry, including the construction of a new refinery, the company said in deals announced Sunday and Monday….

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Russian Oil Flows Hold Fast Even as Kremlin Says Output Slashed

Russia’s seaborne crude flows are holding strong, meaning a pledge by the Kremlin to cut the nation’s production sharply has yet to feed through into supplies to the international marketplace. The nation’s shipments slid by 123,000 barrels a day to 3.11 million barrels a day in the seven days to March 24, according to tanker tracking by Bloomberg. The less-volatile … Read more

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How The ConvergX Global Congress Accelerates Technology Transfer – Geoffrey Cann

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By Geoffrey Cann This is hands-down the best way to transfer leading edge technology between unrelated sectors. Tech Transfer When I was growing up, there was a story making the rounds in the school yard that Tang, a sweet orange-flavored powdered beverage, was invented for the US moon landing program in the 1960s. It sounded plausible … Read more

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Yangarra announces closing of bought deal financing

CALGARY, AB – Yangarra Resources Ltd. (“Yangarra” or the “ Company “) (TSX: YGR) announces the closing of its recently announced bought deal equity financing, completed by way of a short form prospectus, for the sale of 6,791,440 common shares issued on a flow-through basis (the “FT Shares“) in respect of Canadian development expenses (“CDE“) at a price of $2.54 per FT Share, … Read more

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Oil Extends Weekly Gain as Traders Look for Clues on Economy

Oil extended a weekly gain, with investors awaiting further economic data as the fallout from the banking crisis continued to ripple across markets.West Texas Intermediate futures edged toward $70 a barrel after climbing almost 4% last week. As the bank-sector turmoil sparks recessionary fears, US authorities are considering expanding an emergency lending facility — among … Read more

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New ReCAP Technology Safely and Efficiently Eliminates Nearly All Emissions Associated with Voluntary Flaring and Venting

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Safely and Efficiently Eliminates Nearly All Emissions Associated with Voluntary Flaring and Venting Methane emissions are a normal part of operations for energy companies. Every time a pig trap opens or a crew performs a line stop, whenever there’s voluntary flaring or venting, emissions are released into the air. The volume of emissions is related, … Read more

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Russia may demand compensation for Nord Stream pipeline blasts

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Reuters   This content was produced in Russia, where the law restricts coverage of Russian military operations in Ukraine MOSCOW, March 27 (Reuters) – Moscow may seek compensation for the damage to the Nord Stream gas pipelines from two explosions last September, but the future of the projects is unclear, according to a Russian diplomat … Read more

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Obsidian Energy Comments on Alberta Energy Regulator Order Regarding Water Disposal Well

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 27, 2023) – OBSIDIAN ENERGY LTD. (TSX: OBE) (NYSE American: OBE) (“Obsidian Energy“, the “Company“, “we“, “us” or “our“) confirms that the Alberta Energy Regulator (“AER“) issued an order (the “Order“) regarding the Company’s 14-18-082-17W5 water disposal well (the “Water Disposal Well“), located approximately 40 kilometres Southeast of the Town of Peace … Read more

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Origin Energy Agrees $10.2 Bln Takeover Deal with Brookfield Consortium

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Summary Premium of 9.1% to last close GIC and Temasek become co investors Implied offer value of A$8.912 per share March 27 (Reuters) – Australia’s Origin Energy Ltd (ORG.AX) on Monday agreed a A$15.35 billion ($10.21 billion) takeover offer from a consortium led by Canada’s Brookfield (BAM.TO), nearing the conclusion of one of the biggest private equity-backed buyouts … Read more

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North American LNG Sector is Getting Crowded

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SUGAR LAND, Texas – Researched by Industrial Info Resources— Industrial Info Resources (IIR) finds that a wave of new export facilities for liquefied natural gas (LNG) in North America helps solve some of the recent energy security issues, but if the criticism is valid, it does little to address economic concerns at home. The provincial … Read more

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Discovery Solutions: Let the Accountants Go Home!

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Accountants play a crucial role in the success of any business, and the use of an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system can greatly increase their efficiency. In this blog, we will explore the benefits that accountants can gain by using an ERP system. Streamlined Processes ERP systems provide a centralized platform for all business operations, … Read more

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Collicutt Energy: New Manufacturing Building Doubles Shop Space

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As mentioned earlier this year in this article: Collicutt Energy: Year in Review – Big Growth and Positive Future, Collicutt is growing. Included in this growth is our Manufacturing Department. It has been steadily growing since its inception 3 years ago. During this time, our team was working out of a single bay at the … Read more

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Esri Salutes Pandell for Providing the Global Energy Industry with ArcGIS Infused Land Management Software as a Service

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Pandell Receives Esri’s ArcGIS SaaS Adoption Award for Exceptional Achievement in Evolving Customers to ArcGIS Using SaaS Pandell, a 2019 Esri Cornerstone Partner and an Esri Partner Network Gold Partner, received an Esri Partner Network ArcGIS SaaS Adoption Award at the 2023 Esri Partner Conference (EPC) held in Palm Springs CA, March 4–6, 2023. Twenty-seven … Read more

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Experience the Future of Process Control and Instrumentation Products with Westech Industrial at AEC Edmonton Conference 2023

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Westech Industrial is gearing up for the AEC Edmonton Conference on April 5th & 6th at the Edmonton Expo Centre. The AEC Edmonton Conference is an internationally recognized event that attracts renowned speakers, local experts, and trending world-class content. The conference promises to educate, inspire and empower attendees, providing something for every automation, instrumentation, and … Read more

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ONSITE3D IS HIRING INTERMEDIATE DESIGNERS – Take your career to another dimension by joining a cutting-edge team

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ONSITE3D IS HIRING – Take your career to another dimension by joining a cutting-edge team that is leading the application of geospatial data capture and virtual design in the energy industry. ONSITE3D has integrated advanced technologies into conventional workflows and has been delivering outstanding results on project costs, schedule, and reliability. Our Calgary office is … Read more

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Natural Gas Key to Canadian Farming

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From grain farms to chicken barns, natural gas helps farmers thrive By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Jay Schultz and his son Braden next to their combine. Photo provided to the Canadian Energy Centre Natural gas is a critical resource for Canadian farmers. Canada’s … Read more

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U.S. drillers add oil and gas rigs for second week in a row – Baker Hughes

By Scott DiSavino March 24 (Reuters) – U.S. energy firms this week added oil and natural gas rigs for a second week in a row for the first time since November, energy services firm Baker Hughes Co BKR.O said in its closely followed report on Friday. The oil and gas rig count, an early indicator of future output, rose … Read more

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Opinion: Carbon Capture and Storage a Good Deal for Canada and the World – James Millar

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By James Millar, President and CEO As we await further detail on support for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in the upcoming federal budget, there are almost daily reports expressing concern that Canada is losing ground to the United States and other competitors when it comes to breaking ground on large-scale CCS facilities. It … Read more

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Oil settles Down on Worries over European Banks, U.S. Crude Reserve

Summary Banking stocks slide Deutsche Bank, UBS financial uncertainty Yellen convenes Financial Stability Oversight Council meeting U.S. could take years to refill oil reserve -energy secretary March 24 (Reuters) – Oil prices settled lower on Friday as European banking shares fell and after U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said refilling the country’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve … Read more

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Alberta Auditor General Seeks Reforms to How Province Manages Oilpatch Liabilities

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EDMONTON — Alberta’s system for managing environmental risks from old oilpatch facilities still hasn’t spelled out how it will collect security to ensure cleanups and doesn’t do enough to check that the work gets done, the province’s auditor general s…

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POLL: Recent Poll Indicates What Canadians Want With Respect to Energy – See the Poll Results

By Cody Battershill As a Canadian, I am proud of my country’s global contributions, and I know we have an opportunity to play a significant role in enhancing global energy security. A recent poll conducted by Research Co. for Canada Action shows that more than three-quarters of Canadians agree with this statement. This poll suggests … Read more

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Reliable, Cleaner and Cheaper: Canada’s LNG Opportunity in the Asia-Pacific Natural Gas Market

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Canadian LNG could be a strong competitor to the traditional natural gas exporting countries serving countries like Japan and South Korea By Ven Venkatachalam and Lennie Kaplan Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter The inside of a massive liquefied natural gas storage tank is seen under construction at the … Read more

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Chad nationalizes assets by oil giant Exxon, says government

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — Chad is nationalizing all assets from multinational oil giant Exxon Mobil, including its hydrocarbon and exploration permits, said the government.
″The finance and budget minister must make sure the said decree is …

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Obsidian shares fall after AER says they triggered seismic events

Shares of Obsidian Energy Ltd fell as much as 4% pre-market on Friday after Alberta’s energy regulator said the Canadian oil and gas producer triggered a series of earthquakes in the province between November and March. The Alberta Energy Regulator’s (AER) environmental protection order against Obsidian came late on Thursday, following a separate study published by Stanford … Read more

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Suncor Energy announces Daniel Romasko to join Board of Directors

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Calgary, Alberta – Suncor Energy (TSX: SU) (NYSE: SU) today announced the appointment of Daniel (Dan) Romasko to the company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Romasko’s appointment is pursuant to the cooperation agreement with Elliott Investment Management dated July 16, 2022 as amended, and is effective March 23, 2023. “I’m pleased to welcome Dan to the Suncor … Read more

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ConocoPhillips details gas leak cause, remedies at hearing

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — ConocoPhillips, which last week received U.S. government approval for the massive Willow oil drilling project in Alaska, detailed reasons for a natural gas leak at another North Slope field that prompted the evacuation of 300 …

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Natural Resource Equity Partnerships Represent a Turning Point for Indigenous Communities

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Indigenous entrepreneurs are redefining the possible. Josiah Haynes explores the partnerships defining a new generation of economic reconciliation in natural resources. Justin Bourque, President of Athabasca Indigenous Investments, pictured at his trap line. Photo from Canadian Energy Centre. More News and Views From Resource Works Here Over nearly 10 years of consultation and development, Trans Mountain’s … Read more

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Explainer: What are e-fuels, and can they help make cars CO2-free?

(Reuters) – Germany has declared last-minute opposition to a landmark European Union law to end sales of CO2-emitting cars in 2035, demanding that sales be allowed of new cars with internal combustion engines after that date if they run on e-fuels. The EU rules would require all new cars sold from 2035 to have zero … Read more

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Oil falls as US holds off refilling strategic reserve

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TOKYO, March 24 (Reuters) – Oil prices fell on Friday, extending the previous day’s losses, on worries about potential oversupply after U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said refilling the country’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) may take several years. Brent crude futures slid 48 cents, or 0.6%, to $75.43 a barrel by 0039 GMT, while U.S. … Read more

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Largest recorded Alberta earthquake not natural, from oilsands wastewater: study

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EDMONTON — The largest recorded earthquake in Alberta’s history was not a natural event, but most likely caused by disposal of oilsands wastewater, new research has concluded. 
“This event was caused by wastewater disposal,” said Ryan Schultz, a Canad…

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Enbridge ‘Disappointed’ as Environmental Review for Line 5 Tunnel Extended

CALGARY — The timeline of a U.S. review of a proposed Great Lakes tunnel that’s a critical part of Enbridge Inc.’s Line 5 pipeline replacement project has been pushed back by more than a year.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said Thursday it now expe…

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California may punish oil companies for high gas prices

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A first-in-the-nation bill to punish oil companies for profiting from price spikes at the pump breezed through the California Senate on Thursday at the urging of Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, the first major vote in an effort…

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Schachter’s Eye on Energy: Global Financial Crisis Is Taking A Short Term Pause, More Pain Ahead. Use Periods Of Market Weakness To Add To Bargain Energy Sector Ideas.

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Each week Josef Schachter gives you his insights into global events, price forecasts and the fundamentals of the energy sector. Josef offers a twice monthly Black Gold  newsletter covering the general energy market and 37 energy, energy service and pipeline & infrastructure companies with regular updates. We also hold quarterly webinars and provide Action BUY … Read more

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Canada budget to have tax credit for equipment used to produce EVs

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OTTAWA, March 23 (Reuters) – Canada will introduce in its budget next week a 30% investment tax credit to boost clean-tech manufacturing, especially in the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain, two government sources familiar with the document said on Thursday. The tax credit for capital investments in manufacturing equipment will be a “significant piece” of … Read more

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Woodfibre LNG accelerates Canada’s pathway to net zero

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West coast project announces plan to be the first LNG export facility in the world to achieve net zero emissions SQUAMISH, BC, March 23, 2023 /CNW/ – Woodfibre LNG is proud to announce its Roadmap to Net Zero, a tangible plan to achieve net zero emissions by the time operations start in 2027, 23 years ahead of government regulation. … Read more

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ROK Resources Inc. Announces $47.25 Million Accretive Sale of Non-Core Assets, Update on Term Debt & Capital Efficiencies

REGINA, SK / ACCESSWIRE / March 23, 2023 / ROK Resources Inc. (TSXV:ROK)(TSXV:ROK.WT) (the “Company” or “ROK“) is pleased to announce it has entered into separate Asset Purchase and Sale Agreements (the “Dispositions“) to divest of certain non-core assets in Saskatchewan for total combined proceeds of approximately $47.25 million, which includes the sale of ROK’s non-operated 2.11685% … Read more

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Crew Energy announces early redemption of remaining outstanding 6.5% senior unsecured notes due 2024

CALGARY, Alberta – Crew Energy Inc. (TSX: CR; OTCQB: CWEGF) (“Crew” or the “Company“), a growth-oriented, liquids-rich natural gas producer operating in the world-class Montney play in northeast British Columbia (“NE BC“), is pleased to announce today the issuance of a notice of redemption for $172 million principal amount of 6.5% senior unsecured notes (the “Notes“) due March … Read more

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Kiwetinohk Energy announces leadership change

CALGARY, AB – Kiwetinohk Energy Corp. (TSX: KEC) today announced the departure of John Maniawski, President of the Green Energy division effective immediately. “On behalf of the Board of Directors and our staff, I would like to thank John for his contributions to Kiwetinohk,” said CEO Pat Carlson. “John led the power team to advance seven projects to various degrees … Read more

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XI Technologies: Top 10 Producers for 2022

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Each week, XI Technologies scans their unique combination of enhanced industry data to provide trends and insights that have value for professionals doing business in the WCSB. If you’d like to receive our Weekly Word to the Wise in your inbox, subscribe here.  Last week, XI Technologies published Top Ten New Well Production for 2022 examining data from … Read more

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Canada’s First Co-Produced Geothermal Power Project is Operational

CALGARY, Alberta, March 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Razor Energy Corp. (“Razor”) (TSXV: RZE) in conjunction with FutEra Power Corp. (“FutEra”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Razor, is pleased to announce it has successfully constructed, commissioned, and is operating its co-produced geothermal power project in Swan Hills, Alberta (the “Project”). The Project is held within … Read more

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Trudeau Set to Pick a Lane in Clean-Tech Race Against Biden

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is about to decide which low-carbon industries should be winners in Canada’s bid to stay competitive with President Joe Biden’s generous new industrial policy in the US.Trudeau’s finance chief, Chrystia Freeland, insists she’ll keep overall spending in check in the March 28 budget. But she’s also raised expectations around the … Read more

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How Propane Benefits Canada’s Remote Communities

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Approximately 200,000 Canadians are not connected to the national electric grid or natural gas distribution system By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter A propane installation in the Yukon Territory. Photo courtesy Borealis Fuels & Logistics March 21 is National Propane Day, and it should … Read more

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Oil Down After Fed Comments, U.S. Crude Stock Build

(Reuters) – Oil prices dipped on Thursday, having hit their lowest since late 2021 earlier this week, after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell highlighted banking sector credit risks for the world’s largest economy, while U.S. crude stockpiles swelled. Brent crude futures were down 54 cents, or 0.7%, to $76.15 a barrel at 0929 GMT, while … Read more

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Oil spills and near misses: more ghost tankers ship sanctioned fuel

Summary Risk of accidents in focus as ‘shadow’ fleet grows Stirs fears of oil spills, decades after Exxon Valdez Hundreds of ships carry oil from sanctioned nations Many ship certifiers and insurers have pulled services LONDON, March 23 (Reuters) – An oil tanker runs aground off eastern China, leaking fuel into the water. Another is … Read more

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Factbox: Big Oil’s Climate Targets

The world’s top oil and gas companies have set varying targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their operations and the use of the products they sell. Scientists say the world needs to cut greenhouse gas emissions by around 43% by 2030 from 2019 levels to have any hope of meeting the Paris Agreement goal … Read more

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Activist investor wants Parkland to consider strategic alternatives

CALGARY — An activist investor wants Parkland Corp. to explore strategic alternatives for what it says are the company’s non-core assets with the goal of becoming a more focused fuel and convenience store retailer. 
In a letter to the Parkland board o…

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Column: How realistic is a hydrogen-powered economy?

LITTLETON, Colorado, March 21 (Reuters) – Clean-burning hydrogen has been hyped as a potential solution to a swath of climate-related energy problems, from fuelling trucks and powering industry to generating electricity – all while emitting only puffs of harmless vapour. The fuel is getting backing from an array of influential stakeholders, including fossil fuel firms … Read more

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Alberta Information Commissioner to Investigate Kearl Tailings Leak Notifications

EDMONTON — Alberta’s information commissioner has started an investigation into how the province’s energy regulator notified the public about tailings pond releases at Imperial Oil’s Kearl mine.
“Information and Privacy Commissioner Diane McLeod has l…

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Obsidian Energy Announces Syndicated Credit Facility Increase to $200 Million

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 22, 2023) – OBSIDIAN ENERGY LTD. (TSX: OBE) (NYSE American: OBE) (“Obsidian Energy“, the “Company“, “we“, “us” or “our“) is pleased to announce an increase to our syndicated credit facility to $200.0 million from $175.0 million, with an extension of the revolving period to May 31, 2024, and the term-out date … Read more

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Whose Responsible for the Banking Crisis? – ENERGYminute

Courtesy of ENERGYminute   See more articles and infographics from ENERGYminute HERE Courtesy of the Wall Street Journal In the biggest whodunit since Colonel Mustard’s fingerprints were found all over the candlestick, the blame game for whose responsible for the current global banking crisis is happening in full force. Background: The month of March has not been light … Read more

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Word to the Wise: Blueberry River First Nations Area Overview

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Each week, XI Technologies scans its unique combination of enhanced industry data to provide trends and insights that have value for professionals doing business in the WCSB. If you’d like Word to the Wise delivered directly to your inbox, subscribe here.  In June of 2021, a BC Supreme Court judgment agreed with the 2015 claim that … Read more

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OPEC+ likely to stick to its guns despite price slump, delegates say

OPEC+ is likely to stick to its deal on output cuts of 2 million barrels per day (bpd) until the end of the year, even after a banking crisis sent crude prices plunging, three delegates from the producer group told Reuters. Oil prices hit 15-month lows on Monday in response to the banking crisis that … Read more

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Pieridae releases Q4 and full year 2022 results, 2022 reserves & revises 2023 guidance

CALGARY, Alberta – Pieridae Energy Limited (“Pieridae” or the “Company”) (PEA.TO) announces the release of its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial and operating results and year end 2022 reserves. Pieridae generated Net Operating Income (“NOI”)1 of $201 million and made term debt principal repayments totalling $48 million during 2022. In addition, the Company filed its Annual … Read more

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Tenaz Energy Corp. announces 2022 year-end results and reserves

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CALGARY, AB – Tenaz Energy Corp. (“Tenaz”, “We”, “Our”, “Us” or the “Company”) (TSX: TNZ) is pleased to announce financial and operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022 and provide a year-end 2022 reserves summary of its independent reserve report (the “McDaniel Report”), prepared by McDaniel and Associates Consultants Ltd. (“McDaniel”) dated March 15, 2023 with an … Read more

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Xi Aligns With Putin Against US, But Hesitates on Gas Deal

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Xi Jinping used two days of talks in Moscow to firmly align with Russia against the US. But the Chinese leader held back from offering Vladimir Putin something he’s been looking for: A commitment to buy a lot more gas. The visit by Xi, his first to Russia since Putin invaded Ukraine just over a … Read more

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Oil slips on demand fears, market awaits Fed decision

LONDON, March 22 (Reuters) – Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday following fresh indications of weak demand, and as the market awaited a crucial interest rate decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Brent crude futures , which have risen by almost 3% this week, were down 30 cents, or 0.40%, at $75.02 a barrel at … Read more

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Scotiabank says Suncor Energy’s challenges will need time to fix even with new CEO

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Scotiabank downgrades Canada’s Suncor Energy Inc to “sector perform” from “sector outperform.” Brokerage says new CEO Rich Kruger will have a fresh approach to some of SU’s operational issues over the past few years but “there is still plenty of work to do.” Highlights challenges like safety, minimizing downtime, reducing operating costs and replacing production at aging … Read more

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Traders, funds bullish on oil price despite banking woes

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The biggest oil traders and energy hedge funds speaking at the FT Commodities Global Summit struck a bullish tone despite banking jitters, and see a jump in oil prices by the year end. Pierre Andurand, founder of hedgefund Andurand Capital, was the most bullish and saw a potential Brent oil price of $140 a barrel … Read more

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Pappano: Why University Professors Should Say No to Oil and Gas Divestment

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Divesting from Canadian oil and gas does not reduce global emissions By Gina Pappano Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Theological Hall building on campus of Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Getty Images photo Just as they did with university endowment funds, divestment activists are now … Read more

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Scan to BIM Process in Oil and Gas Industry: A Comprehensive Guide

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The oil and gas industry is one of the world’s largest and most complex industries. It involves a range of processes, from exploration and extraction to refining and distribution. One critical aspect of this industry is the need for accurate and up-to-date as-built documentation. This documentation helps ensure the safety and efficiency of operations and … Read more

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System Integration in Industrial Engineering – nice to have or need to have?

System integration is the process of combining different subsystems or components into a single system. In industrial engineering, system integration is often refers to the integration of manufacturing systems and business systems. The concept of system integration has been around for centuries. The ancient Egyptians are believed to have used a form of system integration … Read more

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Put a Spring in Your Step: Things are About to get Muddy, and Our Matting Solutions are Here to Help.

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Paradox specializes in providing safe, reliable access solutions to businesses and communities across Canada. With 18 years of experience, we have become experts in solving challenging problems and overcoming obstacles in unserviceable terrains. Our mission is to get you where you need to be safely and efficiently with solutions that minimize environmental impact. For us, … Read more

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Commentary: How Virtual Power Plants Will Strand Power Generation – Geoffrey Cann

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By Geoffrey Cann The biggest new supply of energy after renewables will not come from a new oil and gas field, but from virtualized energy. The Biggest Oil Discovery Ever You don’t need to be an oil industry junkie to name the largest physical oil fields in the world. How about the heavy oil deposits … Read more

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Alberta Premier Says Changes Coming to Ensure Prompt Reporting of Oilsands Spills

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EDMONTON — Premier Danielle Smith says laggardly public notification of Imperial Oil oilsands wastewater spills has illuminated the need for Alberta to ensure future alarms are sounded quicker.
Smith says her government is working with the province’s …

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David Yager: Pipelines, Politics and the Rising Cost of Being Canadian

by David Yager Other than the fact that the Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) and Coastal GasLink (CGL) pipelines may finally be completed in the next year, there is no good news associated with what are surely the two most expensive pipelines in history. The latest cost estimate for the 992 km. TMX project from Edmonton … Read more

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PAY UP! Alberta Moves to Force Oilpatch to Pay Owed Taxes Above ‘Threshold’ Amount

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The Alberta government says it’s moving to force oilpatch companies to make good on their unpaid municipal taxes.
Energy Minister Peter Guthrie says he’s issued an order that blocks companies from acquiring or transferring licences on wells or other a…

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From Terry Winnitoy: STAND OUT IN 2023 With EnergyNow – Get Exposure, Develop Leads, Grow Your Business – Details & LIMITED Special Promo Here

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Digital Marketing is More Important than Ever! STAND OUT From Your Competition in 2023 with EnergyNow! Access EnergyNow’s Audience of over 240,000 North American Energy Professionals As Your Digital Marketing Partner, EnergyNow will: CONSISTENTLY market your company on all EnergyNow platforms  (websites, emails & social media) SHOWCASE your products and services to a large energy … Read more

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Canada Energy Partners announces termination of acquisition in Texas

VANCOUVER, BC, March 21, 2023 /CNW/ – Canada Energy Partners Inc. (NEX: CE.H) (the “Corporation“). The Corporation announces that the previously announced acquisition in the Grand Slam Project in Texas has been terminated by mutual consent of the parties. The Corporation paid a US$25,000 non-refundable deposit to the arm’s length vendor under the transaction, but otherwise has no further obligations under the terminated transaction. The … Read more

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Canada to make ‘serious investment’ in clean tech in federal budget: Freeland

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OTTAWA — Canada must boost investments in the green transition in the federal budget to be presented next week, or else it risks losing out on a one-time opportunity to boost jobs and economic growth, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said on Monday. Canada’s 2023-2024 budget will include a “serious investment” in clean technologies, Freeland said in a … Read more

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RBC Fossil Fuel Expansion Funding Jumped 45% Last Year to US$10.8B: Report

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Balanced approach is needed for an orderly and inclusive energy transition, bank says TORONTO — Data from an environmental group shows Royal Bank of Canada’s fossil fuel expansion-related funding jumped by almost half last year to its highest level since the Paris climate agreement was reached in 2015. Stand.earth says the bank’s US$10.8 billion in … Read more

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BLACK HOLE: Taxpayers May Face $20 Billion Loss on Trans Mountain Pipeline

‘At a $31 billion investment cost, no way the pipeline is going to recover costs’ Canadian taxpayers may end up taking a loss of $20 billion on the government-owned Trans Mountain Pipeline after costs to expand it skyrocketed, according to Morningstar Inc. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government will probably get no more than $15 billion when … Read more

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Hearings begin before Supreme Court on federal environmental impact assessment law

OTTAWA — Arguments are underway before the Supreme Court of Canada in a long-awaited case over the federal Impact Assessment Act.
The court is expected to hear from legal experts and environmental groups that support the law.
Nine of 10 provinces, led…

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Russia Jumps Above Saudi Arabia as China’s Biggest Oil Supplier

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Russia surpassed Saudi Arabia as China’s biggest oil supplier with refiners taking advantage of cheap barrels to feed rebounding demand in Asia’s biggest economy following the end of Covid Zero. The Asian nation imported 7.69 million tons of crude from Russia last month, or 2 million barrels a day, according to Chinese customs data. Flows … Read more

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Trudeau’s Finance Chief Defends Banks, Promises Prudent Spending

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Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said Canada’s banks remain on solid ground despite global turmoil in the financial sector, and pledged to “exercise fiscal restraint” when she delivers the federal budget next week. Freeland said the spending plan due Mar. 28 will include “significant” investments in health care and green technology incentives. It will also contain … Read more

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OPEC deal contributed in addressing oil market challenges – secretary general

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BAGHDAD, March 21 (Reuters) – OPEC Secretary-General Haitham al-Ghais said the group’s agreement to reduce production has helped address challenges facing global oil markets, Iraq’s oil ministry quoted him as saying on Tuesday. Al-Ghais, who is on a visit to Baghdad, added that OPEC’s most important target is to achieve stability and balance between supply … Read more

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Column: Global energy use and emissions hubs set to shift by 2050

LITTLETON, Colorado, March 20 (Reuters) – The Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa will overtake China, North America and Europe as the key drivers of world energy use through 2050, with implications for global emissions potential and accountability. China, the United States and Europe have been the main sources of economic growth and pollution … Read more

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Oil rises for second day as banking fears ease for now

Summary Brent, U.S. crude hit lowest in 15 months on Monday U.S. Fed begins two-day meeting on Tuesday Oil drop is speculative, not based on fundamentals – Andurand U.S. crude, product stocks expected to drop in weekly reports LONDON, March 21 (Reuters) – Oil rose on Tuesday, extending a recovery from a 15-month low hit … Read more

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Freehold Royalties Announces Executive Team Update

CALGARY, Alberta, March 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freehold Royalties Ltd. (Freehold or the Company) (TSX:FRU) is pleased to announce two internal promotions within the Company’s executive team. Effective April 1, 2023, Rob King will be appointed as Chief Operating Officer and Susan Nagy will be appointed as Vice President, Business Development. Mr. King joined … Read more

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Guilbeault Wants Stronger Links with Alberta on Issues of Oilsands Tailings Ponds

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OTTAWA — Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault is emphasizing his call for stronger links between Ottawa and Alberta when it comes to environmental protection in the oilsands. 
Guilbeault repeated today his plan for a new body with federal an…

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Australia gas producers hopeful proposed rules will not harm investment

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SYDNEY, March 21 (Reuters) – Australian natural gas producers are cautiously optimistic a raft of proposed rules for the sector will not stunt investment as the government prepares to unveil the final details of several major interventions into the domestic gas market. Consultations over powers that would allow government to divert exports to the domestic … Read more

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Beware The Digital Ides of March – Geoffrey Cann

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By Geoffrey Cann A banking collapse was not likely on the long list of worries that plague the digital entrepreneur. What are the kinds of risks that digital startups face in oil and gas? Beware The Ides of March March 15 stands in infamy as the day that Julius Caesar was stabbed to death at … Read more

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The Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) Announces New Executive Director

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March 20, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Calgary, AB – The Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) is proud to announce John Desjarlais, Nehinaw Métis from Cumberland House, Sk., as its new Executive Director. IRN’s Board of Directors engaged and approved John to become the Executive Director on Tuesday March 14, and with this transition, Shawn McDonald was appointed … Read more

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Enterprise Group Announces Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022

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St. Albert, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 20, 2023) – Enterprise Group, Inc. (TSX: E) (OTCQB: ETOLF) (the “Company” or “Enterprise“). Enterprise, a consolidator of energy services (including specialized equipment rental to the energy/resource sector), is pleased to announce its Q4 2022 and FY2022 results. OVERALL PERFORMANCE AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS Three months Dec 31, 2022 Three months … Read more

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Oil’s Rout Gathers Pace as WTI Sinks Below $65 Amid Bank Crisis

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Oil prices sank, with West Texas Intermediate plunging below $65 a barrel, as escalating investor concerns about a global banking crisis eroded appetite for risk assets including commodities. Global benchmark Brent also dropped below $71 after plunging 12% last week to hit the lowest since December 2021. The rout came despite Swiss authorities orchestrating a rescue of … Read more

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Enerflex Ltd. Announces Succession Plan for Chief Financial Officer

CALGARY, Alberta, March 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Enerflex Ltd. (TSX:EFX) (NYSE:EFXT) (“Enerflex” or the “Company”) today announced that Sanjay Bishnoi, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will relinquish his position effective April 10, 2023, to pursue another opportunity. Matthew Lemieux, Enerflex’s Vice President, Corporate Development and Treasury, will be appointed as Interim Chief … Read more

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Condor Announces 2022 Year End Results

CALGARY, Alberta, March 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Condor Energies Inc. is an internationally focused, publicly traded energy company (“Condor” or the “Company”) with activities in the Republic of Kazakhstan (“Kazakhstan”) and the Republic of Turkiye (“Turkiye”), is pleased to announce the release of its audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, … Read more

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Gear Energy Ltd. Announces February Monthly Update to Shareholders

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 20, 2023) – Gear Energy Ltd. (TSX: GXE) (OTCQX: GENGF) (“Gear” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that the new February 2023 monthly update to shareholders can be accessed via the following link https://gearenergy.com/updates. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Ingram Gillmore President & CEO 403-538-8463 David Hwang Vice President Finance … Read more

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Exploring the Latest Innovations in the Oil and Gas Industry: A Preview of the Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement featuring Westech Industrial and Other Leading Companies

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The Canadian School of Hydrocarbon Measurement (CsHm) is one of the most important conferences for hydrocarbon measurement professionals and production accountants in Canada. The event provides an excellent opportunity for energy professionals to stay updated on the latest industry trends and technology advancements. This year, the CsHm will take place at the Calgary Telus Convention … Read more

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Stress Engineering: Facility Piping Inspection and Assessments – Maximize Asset Life & Minimize Risk: Learn More

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By Kenny Farrow, PhD, PEng, Stress Engineering Services Canada Facilities pipeline inspections are an important part of overall preventive maintenance to verify the integrity of a pipeline system and reduce the risks of leaks, pressure surges, and corrosion. These inspections ensure the safety of all personnel and the environment during the transportation of products. If … Read more

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Haisla Nation Taking Delivery of New Tugboats as B.C. LNG Project Approved to Proceed

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The fleet includes three fully electric harbour tugs and two LNG-powered escort tugs By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Haisla Nation Chief Councillor Crystal Smith celebrates HaiSea Marine’s new tugboat fleet in Istanbul, Turkiye. Photo courtesy HaiSea Marine The Haisla Nation on Canada’s west … Read more

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Haaland criticized over ‘difficult’ choice on Willow project

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WASHINGTON (AP) — In early March, President Joe Biden met with members of Alaska’s bipartisan congressional delegation as they implored him to approve a contentious oil drilling project in their state. Around the same time, Interior Secretary Deb Haal…

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IPC CEO urges Canada to offer more funding to build carbon capture

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International Petroleum Corp (IPCO.TO), the first foreign oil company to sanction a project in Canada’s oil sands in more than a decade, could add carbon capture and storage (CCS) to the plant if more government financial incentives become available, its CEO told Reuters. Geneva-based IPC, part of Sweden’s Lundin Group, sanctioned phase one of the … Read more

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U.S. drillers add the most gas rigs in a week since December 2018 – Baker Hughes

(Reuters) – U.S. energy firms this week added the most natural gas rigs in a week in over four years, leading to a rise in the combined oil and gas rig count for the first time in five weeks, energy services firm Baker Hughes Co (BKR.O) said on Friday. The oil and gas rig count, … Read more

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Canada Falls Short on Oil Promise It Made After Russia Started War in Ukraine

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Canada increased oil production in the second half of last year, but came short of its pledge to boost output by 200,000 barrels a day to help nations trying to shift away from Russian supplies after the Ukraine invasion. Production rose by about 168,000 barrels a day between December 2021 and December 2022, data from the … Read more

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Better Late Than Never: Trudeau Finally Gets a Home-Turf Visit from U.S. President

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WASHINGTON — Joe Biden’s last official visit to Canada came with a palpable sense of foreboding. 
Change was in the air. Authoritarian leaders in Syria and Turkey were consolidating power. Britain had voted to leave the European Union. And Donald Trum…

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Quick Summary: Indigenous-led Cedar LNG Project -The What, The Where & The Why – ENERGYminute

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Created by Infotel Courtesy of ENERGYminute   See more articles and infographics from ENERGYminute HERE Off the British Columbian coast, it’s often humpback whales that dominate the pristine coastline. But this week, it’s a major energy project making waves. What happened: Both the provincial government of British Columbia and the federal government of Canada approved the Cedar LNG project, an Indigenous-majority-owned liquefied … Read more

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Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Will Spearhead Energy Transformation

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Global CCUS spending projected at over US $256 billion to date between 2023 and 2030 By Lennie Kaplan Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Workers at the Quest carbon capture and storage project near Edmonton, Alberta. Photo courtesy Shell Overview There has a lot of discussion about … Read more

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Oil Posts Worst Weekly Loss Since April 2020 Amid Bank Chaos

Oil posted the worst weekly loss since the early months of the coronavirus pandemic as banking turmoil poisoned investor sentiment. West Texas Intermediate lost nearly 13% this week, the largest drop in almost three years. The failure of Silicon Valley Bank and troubles at Credit Suisse Group AG drove investors from risk assets, with oil-options … Read more

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OP-ED: Why Myself and 10,000 Other Canadians Are Standing Behind our Energy as the Responsible Global Alternative – Ryan Fournier – Join Us and Sign the Petition

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by Ryan Fournier As an advocate for Canada’s abundant natural resources, I recognize the importance they have on our every day lives. Moving towards safe and reliable futures for communities from coast to coast as well as our trading partners and allies requires utilizing all available resources. Throughout  high school and my undergraduate term, I … Read more

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Indigenous-led Prospective Buyer ‘Not Going Away’ Even as Trans Mountain Costs Spiral

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CALGARY — An Indigenous-led initiative is still pursuing ownership of the Trans Mountain pipeline, in spite of the project’s ballooning price tag.
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Ottawa requests joint ‘working group’ on oilsands contamination with Alberta

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The federal environment minister wants to set up a new group with the Alberta government and Indigenous communities to monitor contamination problems in the oilsands. 
Steven Guilbeault proposed the idea to his provincial counterpart, Sonya Savage, in…

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British Columbia sets high emissions bar for new LNG projects

March 17 (Reuters) – British Columbia’s decision this week to toughen emissions standards for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects creates one of the most robust climate plans in North America, but sets a high hurdle for industry even as many countries look to Canada to become a global supplier of gas. As part of … Read more

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Blacksteel Energy Inc. announces completion of acquisition of Drakkar Energy and appointment of Bettina Pierre-Gilles as a Director

Calgary, Alberta – Blacksteel Energy Inc. (“Blacksteel” or the “Corporation“) is pleased to announce that it has closed the acquisition of Drakkar Energy Ltd. and has appointed Bettina Pierre-Gilles to the Board of Directors for Blacksteel. Completion of Acquisition of Drakkar Energy Ltd. Blacksteel has completed the acquisition of Drakkar Energy Ltd. through the amalgamation of Drakkar … Read more

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A Matter of Fact: Oil Sands Producers Not Greenwashing Net Zero Plans

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Pathways Alliance moving fast toward building one of the world’s largest CCS projects By Deborah Jaremko Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter The Pathways Alliance has extensive work underway on the environmental program for its proposed CCS project, involving 135 experts ranging from aquatic and wildlife biologists … Read more

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Suncor gives Elliott more time to add another director to board

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Suncor Energy Inc said on Friday it has amended an agreement with Elliott Investment Management to give the activist investor more time until March 31 to appoint an additional director to the energy company’s board. Elliott has been pushing for organizational changes and strategic review at Suncor since disclosing a 3.4% stake in the company … Read more

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Repsol Scraps Bid to Ship Canadian Gas to Europe, Citing Costs

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Spanish energy firm Repsol SA has abandoned the idea of expanding a liquefied natural gas terminal on Canada’s east coast, saying the cost of shipping gas there is too high. Repsol conducted a feasibility study on extending its facility near Saint John, New Brunswick, to allow it to export gas to Europe. It’s currently an … Read more

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Suncor Energy Amends Agreement with Elliott Investment Management

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Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 17, 2023) – Suncor Energy (TSX: SU) (NYSE: SU) today announced that the agreement dated July 16, 2022 with Elliott Investment Management L.P. (together with its affiliates “Elliott”), as amended, has been further amended by the agreement of the parties to extend the right for Elliott to appoint an additional … Read more

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NOW HIRING – Multiple Journeyman & Apprentice Positions: Join One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies – Techmation Electric & Controls

  View various positions HERE CAREERS Energize your needs and power your passions at Techmation! Techmation has been in business since 1995 and is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies that provides a complete range of electrical and instrumentation services throughout Western Canada for the energy industry. We work for the top energy companies and … Read more

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Celebrating Women in Energy at the Calgary Petroleum Club – For March Only Woman Can Join the CPC for 1/2 Price – Don’t Delay, Details Here

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Celebrating Women in Energy at the Calgary Petroleum Club For the month of March Women can join the Calgary Petroleum Club at ½ price! Save $1,500.00 on a Corporate or Personal Membership, available exclusively for Women and only during the month of March. Join as a Young Professional (35 & Under) – $750 Entrance Fee … Read more

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OPEC+ Views Oil Price Drop as Financially Driven, Delegates Say

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OPEC+ considers this week’s slide in oil prices to a more than one-year low to be driven by financial fears, not any imbalance between demand and supply, and expects the market to stabilise, four delegates from the oil producer group told Reuters. Oil sank to a 15-month low on Wednesday, with Brent crude below $72 … Read more

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Oil prices plunge, Canadian energy stocks take beating as global banking fears spread

CALGARY — Crude oil prices plunged below US$70 and Canadian energy stocks took a beating Wednesday as market chaos continued amid concerns about a spreading bank crisis. 
“We’re down US$12 in two and a half days, which is obviously a very, very, very …

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CanAsia Energy Corp. 2022 year-end financial & operating results

CALGARY, AB – CanAsia Energy Corp. (“CanAsia” or the “Company”) (TSXV: CEC) reports 2022 year-end and fourth quarter consolidated financial and operating results. The Company is today filing its audited consolidated financial statements as at and for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and the period from May 27, 2022 (date of incorporation) to December 31, 2022 and related management’s … Read more

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Oil Hovers Near 15-Month Low After Banking Crisis Roils Market

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Oil steadied near the lowest closing price in 15 months after a three-day rout started by the US banking crisis and accelerated by options covering.West Texas Intermediate futures hovered near $67 a barrel after tumbling around 12% over the previous three sessions. The turmoil whipped up by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and fresh upheaval at … Read more

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OPEC+ to Wait for Clarity Before Acting, Consultancy Energy Aspects Says

OPEC+ will probably wait for financial markets to calm before deciding whether it needs to react to oil’s rout by cutting production, according to consultancy Energy Aspects Ltd. “It would be premature for OPEC+ to take action without first understanding what the risks are,” EA analysts, including co-founder Amrita Sen, said in a note to … Read more

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EU unveils plans to lead in green industrial revolution

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BRUSSELS, March 16 (Reuters) – The European Commission presented one of the centrepieces of its strategy on Thursday to ensure its industry can compete with the United States and China in making clean tech products and accessing raw materials required for the green transition. The EU executive’s Net-Zero Industry Act and Critical Raw Materials Act, … Read more

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Canada’s Couche-Tard to buy some TotalEnergies stations in $3.3 bln deal

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PARIS, March 16 (Reuters) – French oil major TotalEnergies (TTEF.PA) is selling some of its European petrol stations to Canadian convenience store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard for $3.3 billion as part of plans to turn them into food and services hubs, the companies said on Thursday. Couche-Tard (ATD.TO) has been seeking to expand in Europe since its bid for French … Read more

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What is the Willow project in Alaska, and Why do Green Activists Oppose it?

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What is the ‘Willow Project’ in Alaska? March 13 (Reuters) – U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration on Monday announced it would approve a trimmed-down version of ConocoPhillips’ (COP.N) Willow oil and gas drilling project in Alaska, triggering angry reactions from climate activists. Here are some details about the project: WHAT IS THE WILLOW PROJECT? The Willow project … Read more

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Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge Launches Phase III

Quick Facts: Up to $20 million available for successful teams. Research teams must be able to produce .5 kilograms – 1 kilogram of carbon fibre per day from Alberta bitumen. Teams will need to be able to scale up to hundreds of thousands of tonnes per day. Price of producing carbon fibre must remain below … Read more

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Birchcliff Energy Ltd. Announces the Filing of Its Audited Financial Statements and Other Disclosure Documents for the Year Ended December 31, 2022 and Updated Outlook and Guidance

CALGARY, Alberta, March 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Birchcliff Energy Ltd. (“Birchcliff” or the “Corporation”) (TSX: BIR) is pleased to announce that it has filed its annual audited financial statements (the “financial statements”) and related management’s discussion and analysis and its annual information form (the “AIF”) for the financial year ended December 31, 2022 (collectively, the “Annual … Read more

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Petrus Resources announces year end 2022 financial, operating & reserves results

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CALGARY, Alberta, March 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Petrus Resources Ltd. (“Petrus” or the “Company”) (TSX: PRQ) is pleased to report financial and operating results as at and for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022 and to provide 2022 year end reserves information as evaluated by Insite Petroleum Consultants Ltd. (“Insite”). The … Read more

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Commentary: Holding the right people responsible for the global energy crisis – Alex Epstein

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As people look for solutions to this crisis, it is crucial that the right people get implicated: anti-fossil-fuel leaders By Alex Epstein We are in a global energy crisis. As people look for solutions to this crisis, it is crucial that the right people get *implicated* (leaders of the anti-fossil-fuel movement) and the right people … Read more

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Schachter’s Eye on Energy: Global banking crisis knocks stock markets down sharply. Energy stocks are now at bargain levels. We sent out two Action BUY lists this week with 14 new BUY recommendations.

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Each week Josef Schachter gives you his insights into global events, price forecasts and the fundamentals of the energy sector. Josef offers a twice monthly Black Gold newsletter covering the general energy market and 37 energy, energy service and pipeline & infrastructure companies with regular updates. We also hold quarterly webinars and provide Action BUY … Read more

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Federal and Alberta governments to study oilsands tailings leak communication

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EDMONTON — The Alberta and federal governments say they will work together to understand what happened around a nine-month delay in notifying the public about toxic seepage from an oilsands tailings pond.
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$3.28-Billion Indigenous-Led LNG Project Gets B.C. Environmental Certificate

VICTORIA — The Haisla First Nation on British Columbia’s northern coast has been granted a provincial environmental assessment certificate for a floating liquefied natural gas facility.
The B.C. government says the nation, in partnership with Pembina …

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Canada to Set Up Group to Speed Up Oil Sands Tailings Remediation

The Canadian and Alberta governments will establish a federal-provincial working group to accelerate remediation of oil sands tailings ponds, the Alberta government said on Wednesday, as investigations continue into an ongoing tailings leak at Imperial Oil’s Kearl project. Federal environment minister Steven Guilbeault and Alberta environment minister Sonya Savage met on Tuesday to discuss the … Read more

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Tilbury LNG Projects Advance Partnerships with Indigenous Communities

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Expansion could reduce global emissions by up to 800,000 tonnes per year By Cody Ciona Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter With energy security top of mind, liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in Canada, and B.C. in particular, are making progress.A lesser-known project, Tilbury LNG, has been operating near … Read more

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Shell rules out more ambitious goal for end-user emissions

LONDON, March 16 (Reuters) – Shell (SHEL.L) has ruled out setting targets to cut emissions in absolute terms from customers’ use of its products, the company’s chair said in a report published on Thursday, saying it was against shareholder interests and would not be effective. End-user emissions, referred to as Scope 3, account for around 95% of … Read more

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InPlay Oil Corp. announces record 2022 financial, operating and reserves results highlighted by 58% production growth, 11% proved developed producing reserves growth and 59% net debt reduction

CALGARY, AB – InPlay Oil Corp. (TSX: IPO) (OTCQX: IPOOF) (“InPlay” or the “Company”) announces its financial and operating results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022, and the results of its independent oil and gas reserves evaluation effective December 31, 2022 (the “Reserve Report”) prepared by Sproule Associates Limited (“Sproule”). InPlay’s audited annual financial statements and notes, … Read more

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ESG Investors’ Best Intentions Slam Into Surging Oil Stocks

For ESG fund managers, the “environmental” part of the formula often attracts the most attention in marketing pitches. But the two-year rally in oil and gas stocks has become too much for even “do-good” investors to leave out of their portfolios. Energy has led the stock market for the last two years, soaring 135% in … Read more

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Oil slide resumes as banking fears offset China demand hopes

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Summary Credit Suisse unease sparks global sell-off Chinese economy shows signs of gradual recovery China reopening expected to boost oil demand -IEA LONDON, March 15 (Reuters) – Oil extended losses on Wednesday with Brent crude hitting a three-month low as unease over Credit Suisse spooked world markets, offsetting hopes of a Chinese oil demand recovery. … Read more

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China, Air Travel Rebound Set to Supercharge Oil Demand – IEA

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LONDON, March 15 (Reuters) – Global oil demand is edging up slowly but is set for a huge boost from resumed air travel and China’s economic reopening after COVID-19 curbs, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday. “Global oil demand growth started 2023 with a whimper but is projected to end the year with a … Read more

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OPEC+ to Stick to Production Cut

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(Reuters) – Saudi Arabia’s energy minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman told Energy Intelligence in an interview on Tuesday the OPEC+ alliance will stick until the end of the year to production cuts agreed in October. “There are those who continue to think we would adjust the agreement … I say they need to wait until … Read more

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Factbox: The battle over Russia’s crude and oil products

MOSCOW, March 15 (Reuters) – In attempt to curb Russia’s oil revenues, Western countries imposed sweeping sanctions against Russian crude oil and oil products. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Russia’s total exports of oil and petroleum products in February 2023 fell to 7.5 million barrels per day (bpd), from an average amount of … Read more

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The Power of Tenant Representation – Why You Need Your Own Representation When Looking for Office Space – Learn More

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It’s impossible to be objective when you represent both sides at the bargaining table! The large full-service commercial real estate firms that list buildings make most of their money representing landlords as investment sales agents, leasing agents, and asset and property managers. Guess whose interests are being served when tenants receive conflicted representation from a … Read more

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Cedar LNG Receives B.C. Environmental Approval and Signs Memorandum of Understanding with ARC Resources Ltd.

March 14, 2023 Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline achieve historic milestones for Canada’s first Indigenous majority-owned LNG facility KITIMAT, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corporation (“Pembina”) (TSX: PPL; NYSE: PBA), partners in the development of the proposed Cedar LNG Project (“Cedar LNG” or the “Project”), are pleased to announce that Cedar LNG today has received … Read more

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British Columbia Announces New Energy ‘Framework’ on Heels of LNG Facility Approval

VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government says it’s rolling out a new framework for approving oil and gas projects that will ensure the province meets its emissions targets in the coming decades. 
Premier David Eby said Tuesday the framework will re…

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Indigenous Resource Network Applauds BC Governments Approval of Cedar LNG

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March 14, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Victoria, BC – The Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) is pleased to hear today that Minister Osborne, Minister Heyman has granted Cedar LNG project with its environmental assessment certificate. Cedar LNG is perhaps the biggest in a long string of resource projects with Indigenous nations as equity owners, partners, and … Read more

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Commentary: Don’t Blow the Boom – Kris Sims

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  Counting on another oil boom to balance Alberta’s future budgets is like counting on winning the lottery to pay your mortgage. Being able to write a budget shopping list with a $12.3 billion surplus is a fortunate blessing bestowed by Alberta’s natural resources. We need a plan so we don’t “piss it away again,” as the … Read more

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Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. announces 62.9 million BOE of reserves and proved developed producing net asset value (NPV10 BT) increases 54% to $6.92 per fully diluted share

Calgary, Alberta – Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. (TSXV: SOIL) (FSE: SMKA) (OTCQX: OILSF) (“Saturn” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce the results of the independent reserves evaluation of the Company’s crude oil and natural gas assets, dated February 21, 2023 and effective December 31, 2022, in compliance with National Instrument 51-101 – Standards of Disclosure … Read more

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Canadian industry singing praises of Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act as federal budget nears

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CALGARY — Canadian oil and gas companies are singing from the same songbook in the lead-up to the 2023 federal budget, and its title is the Inflation Reduction Act.
The U.S. legislation, signed into law by U.S. President Joe Biden in August of last ye…

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Wave of new LNG export plants threatens to knock gas prices

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Summary LNG overbuild could spark gas price volatility Demand uncertainty clouds LNG project approvals HOUSTON, March 14 – A flood of liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects due online worldwide in mid-decade will vie against lower-cost renewable energy and a revived nuclear power sector, which could rock gas prices and hurt some proposed projects, analysts … Read more

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Oil Extends Drop as Inflation Data Awaited Amid Banking Fallout

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Oil extended losses ahead of key inflation data as the biggest US bank collapse since 2008 continued to ripple through financial markets. West Texas Intermediate traded near $73 a barrel after closing 2.5% lower on Monday following a volatile session. Investors are waiting the consumer price index read due later Tuesday for clues on the US … Read more

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Russia Built $80 Billion Offshore Cash Pile in Year of Sanctions

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Russia was able to save abroad about a third of the $227 billion windfall earned last year from its commodity exports, creating a potential new flashpoint as the US and its allies look to tighten their sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine. About $80 billion is scattered across holdings of cash, real estate and investments in affiliates … Read more

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Volkswagen to Build Battery Plant in Canada to Fast-Track Expansion

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Volkswagen AG has chosen Canada to build its first battery plant outside Europe in a bid to fast-track an expansion in the key US market.The site, in St. Thomas, Ontario, is slated to start production in 2027, Europe’s biggest carmaker said Monday. The decision to locate the facility in Canada, amid rich incentives offered in … Read more

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Terra Nova return signals economic boost for Newfoundland and Labrador

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‘If you look at overall oil production, there are so many resources left’ By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter St. John’s Mayor Danny Breen. Photo supplied to Canadian Energy Centre Terra Nova, an oil production, storage, and offloading vessel majority-owned by Suncor Energy, has returned to … Read more

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Cardinal Energy Ltd. Announces Fourth Quarter 2022 and Year-End Financial Results

March 13, 2023 CALGARY, Alberta, March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cardinal Energy Ltd. (“Cardinal” or the “Company”) (TSX: CJ) is pleased to announce its operating and financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR OF 2022 Reduced net debt(1) by $115.5 million in 2022, a … Read more

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Alaska’s Willow Oil Project is Controversial. Here’s Why

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JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Biden administration is approving a major oil project on Alaska’s petroleum-rich North Slope that supporters say represents an economic lifeline for Indigenous communities in the region but environmentalists say is counter to…

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Ottawa says Kearl leaks harmful to wildlife; issues order to stop seepage

Federal inspectors have ruled a releaseof oilsands wastewater from Imperial Oil Ltd.’s Kearl mine is harmful to wildlife and have ordered the company to take immediate action to stop seepage from a tailings pond. 
“Based on information enforcement off…

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Biden angers climate activists by approving controversial oil, gas project in Alaska

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden, a vocal champion of combating climate change, is angering environmental allies by approving a controversial oil and gas project in Alaska. 
The Willow project, as it’s known, will allow energy giant ConocoPhillip…

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Oil Declines as Silicon Valley Bank’s Collapse Reverberates Through Markets

Oil fell as the fallout from the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank — the worst since the 2008 financial crisis — rippled across markets. US authorities are rushing to strengthen confidence in the banking system and prevent contagion, while Goldman Sachs Group Inc. scrapped its call for a Federal Reserve interest-rate hike next week due to the turmoil. The dollar fell, … Read more

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Competition From the US is Forcing Europe to Up its Green Game

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It looked like the start of a transatlantic trade war over climate policy.As US President Joe Biden hosted his French counterpart in Washington on Dec. 1, not long after finalizing a $369 billion green tax-break bonanza, there was a rupture in the usual diplomatic cooperation on global warming. Just a day earlier, and in front of … Read more

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Putin ally says U.S., UK sowing deception over Nord Stream blasts

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Summary Putin ally accuses U.S. and UK of sowing deceptions Russia: we do not know for sure who is behind blasts NYT reported pro-Ukraine group blew up Nord Stream MOSCOW, March 13 (Reuters) – One of President Vladimir Putin’s top allies said on Monday that the United States and Britain were sowing deceptions that a … Read more

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Oil & Gas Investing in Canada – See Where $40 Billion in 2023 is Going

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Courtesy CAPP Oil and gas investment in Canada is growing, creating jobs and prosperity for all Canadians. Investment is forecasted at $40 billion in 2023 along with the investments in research and development which focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Investment is spread across much of Canada with $7.2 billion in British Columbia to $1.3 … Read more

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Propane: A Clear Solution for Northern Communities – ENERGYminute

By Aaron Foyer Sponsored by the Canadian Propane Association Canada has many northern and remote communities that are challenging to power, including 170 Aboriginal communities (First Nations, Innu, Inuit, or Métis). Roughly 100,000 Canadian homes are not connected to the national electric grid, with most northern and remote communities getting their electricity from carbon-intensive diesel generators. Propane can … Read more

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Saudi Aramco reports record profit of $161.1 billion in 2022

Summary Record net profit compares to $110 billion in 2021 Board recommends issuing bonus shares to eligible shareholders Aramco declares $19.5 billion dividend for Q4 DUBAI, March 12 (Reuters) – Saudi Arabian oil giant Aramco  on Sunday reported a record annual net profit of $161.1 billion for 2022, up 46% from the previous year on higher … Read more

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U.S. Oil & Gas Rig Count Falls for Fourth Week in a Row

U.S. energy firms this week cut the number of oil and natural gas rigs operating for a fourth week in a row for the first time since July 2020, energy services firm Baker Hughes Co said in its closely followed report on Friday. The oil and gas rig count, an early indicator of future output, … Read more

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YYC Data Society Showcases Pandell for its Innovative Use of AI to Digitize Ancient Land Documents for the Energy Industry

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Calgary Tech Community Recognizes Pandell for Innovation that Helps Clients Speed Up Project Delivery Time and Save on Valuable Capital Budget Dollars The YYC Data Society, a network of 4,000 people working as a community to advance Calgary’s thriving data science scene, recently featured an article on Pandell’s innovative use of AI to digitize ancient … Read more

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WEBINAR: Level Switch Technologies Explained – Manage Water Level & Condensate in Your Steam Plant.

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Westech Industrial’s partner, Clark Reliance, is hosting a webinar titled “Level Switch Technologies Explained – Manage Water Level & Condensate in Your Steam Plant.” The event will be presented by Reliance Boiler Trim Product Manager, Jim Kolbus, and will take place on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 11am EDT. REGISTER – https://bit.ly/3J5NGcZ  The webinar will cover … Read more

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Canadian LNG Exports Only Make Sense

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As the world reverts to coal, Canadian LNG is needed now more than ever, says the First Nations LNG Alliance. More News and Views From Resource Works Here Activists keep telling us that liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing won’t get BC (or Canada) to their targets of net zero emissions by 2050. Maybe they should … Read more

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How Banning Carbon Fuels and Synthetic Products Will Hurt the Environment (ESG: Myths and Realities) – Fraser Institute

  Numerous politicians have committed their constituents to “Net-Zero” (or carbon neutral) objectives. This is to be achieved by the “electrification of everything,”—through decentralized onshore and offshore wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation; substantial conversions in the transportation (e.g., cars, light trucks) and building (e.g., electric cooking, space and water heating) sectors; reduced overall … Read more

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Commentary: Catherine’s McKenna’s Greenwashing Label Discourages Real Solutions to Energy Crisis

Catherine McKenna’s attack against Canada’s energy sector irresponsible and oblivious to the world’s energy challenges, writes Lisa Baiton. In a recent op-ed, Canada’s former minister of environment and climate change, Catherine McKenna, launched an irresponsible attack on industries across Canada, categorizing their commitments to drive down greenhouse gas emissions and reach defined reduction targets as “greenwashing.” … Read more

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Trans Mountain Pipeline Construction to be Completed in 2023 But Costs Balloon Again, This Time to $30.9B

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CALGARY — The estimated cost of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project has increased once again, this time to $30.9 billion.
That’s the latest figure from Trans Mountain Corp., the federal Crown corporation that owns the pipeline. On Friday, Tr…

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Kearl oilsands leak exposes gaps in how Alberta and Canada oversee industry: experts

EDMONTON — Recent leaks of toxic tailings from northern Alberta oilsands mines have revealed serious flaws in how Canada and Alberta look after the environment, observers say. 
Some accuse the federal government of abandoning the province. Others poin…

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Renewable energy investors squeezed by higher interest rates, costs

NEW YORK/HOUSTON, (Reuters) – Corporations and investors have been pouring money into renewable energy projects, seeing an opportunity to grasp the Holy Grail of socially conscious investing: do good while doing well. But sharply higher interest rates have further stressed a model strained by soaring prices for steel and silicon, vital for wind turbines and … Read more

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Environmental groups celebrate as ExxonMobil gives up oil exploration permits in B.C.

VANCOUVER — Environmental groups are celebrating after ExxonMobil relinquished offshore oil and gas exploration permits in British Columbia dating back more than 50 years. 
Lawyer Ian Miron with Ecojustice Canada said the company had been dropped from…

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WATCH: Trans Mountain Corporation Provides Update on the Expansion Project – Project to be Completed This Year, Operational in early 2024

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Project to be completed this year, operational in early 2024 CALGARY, Alberta, March 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trans Mountain Corporation today announced an update for the Trans Mountain Expansion Project (the Project). Construction of the Project is close to 80 percent complete, with mechanical completion expected to occur at the end of 2023, and … Read more

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Oil Cements Weekly Loss as Macro Gales Whip Crude To and Fro

Oil posted a weekly loss with macroeconomic headwinds dominating the market as traders await clearer signals on Chinese demand trends. Crude declined $3 this week despite Friday’s gains amid fears that the Federal Reserve will pivot to more aggressive interest-rate hikes, compounding pressure from tempered economic projections from China and a slower-than-expected recovery in international travel. Bulls … Read more

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Energy Firms Bet Big on Carbon Capture Projects in U.S., Canada

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March 10 (Reuters) – Energy companies are making big investments in carbon capture projects, in their bid to slash greenhouse gas emissions to achieve net-zero goals. WHAT IS CCS? A carbon capture and storage (CCS) process captures carbon dioxide (CO2) generated from industrial activity, transports it, and then stores it underground. GOVT SUPPORT The United … Read more

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Western Canada Select discount widens slightly

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Western Canada Select (WCS) crude’s discount to the benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) edged wider on Friday. WCS for April delivery in Hardisty, Alberta traded between $16.40 and $16.35 a barrel under the WTI, according to brokerage CalRock, having traded between $16.20 and $15.95 a barrel under WTI on Thursday. The Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, … Read more

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Schachter’s Eye on Energy: Fed Chairman’s pivot Congressional testimony from loosening to more aggressive tightening hit bond, stock and commodity markets.

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Each week Josef Schachter gives you his insights into global events, price forecasts and the fundamentals of the energy sector. Josef offers a twice monthly Black Gold  newsletter covering the general energy market and 37 energy, energy service and pipeline & infrastructure companies with regular updates. We also hold quarterly webinars and provide Action BUY … Read more

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Canada’s Trade in Renewable Energy Products

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Canada’s export of solar panel and wind turbine products remains relatively small compared to other significant exporters By Ven Venkatachalam and Lennie Kaplan Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Windfarm in rural Alberta. Getty Images photo Overview Trade is an essential component of Canada’s economic activity, accounting for about … Read more

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Analysis of 20 Energy Scenarios Shows Oil and Gas to Remain Critical Through 2050

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‘As recent supply interruptions serve to remind us, we neglect the upstream at our peril’ By Deborah Jaremko Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Natural gas production operations in western Canada. Photo courtesy Tourmaline Oil A new comparison of 20 different outlook scenarios for world energy demand … Read more

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The White House Changes Its Tune on Big Oil

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Today’s Take: Changing Course Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm heaped praise on the oil industry Wednesday for boosting output and making the US “a global energy powerhouse.” What a difference five months makes. It was only October when President Joe Biden was accusing the oil industry of war profiteering by steering revenues to shareholders instead of new drilling. … Read more

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Planet-Saving Wind Farms Fall Victim to Global Inflation Fight

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Off the coast of New England, winds whip over the frigid Atlantic Ocean creating perfect conditions for giant offshore turbines. While plans are in place to tap that natural power to generate electricity, progress — here and around the world — is being held up by soaring inflation. As investment foundations crumble due to rising … Read more

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Oil Set for Weekly Loss as Fed Tightening Fears Pummel Markets

Oil headed for the biggest weekly loss since early February as the prospect of further and potentially faster interest-rate hikes from the Federal Reserve weighed on the outlook for energy demand. West Texas Intermediate futures traded near $75 a barrel, falling for a fourth session and down almost 6% this week. A hawkish tone from Fed Chair … Read more

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COMMENTARY: The Ironic Side Effects of the Rapid Global Energy Transition

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LITTLETON, Colorado, March 9 (Reuters) – There’s a consensus among some climate advocates that catastrophic global environmental damage can only be avoided by a rapid and comprehensive retooling of the world’s energy system and tough caps on emissions for industry. That view is shared by growing numbers of civilians, businesses and governments as worsening droughts, … Read more

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Don’t let China control clean energy supply chain, US officials warn

HOUSTON, March 9 – Officials from President Joe Biden’s administration warned leaders of the U.S. clean energy transition this week to decarbonize quickly and keep the supply chain out of China’s control. Washington’s message at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston reflects growing concern that the rapid investment it is encouraging to fight climate change … Read more

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Barclays cuts 2023 oil price forecasts on resilient Russian output

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Barclays cut its 2023 oil price forecasts on Wednesday, due in part to more resilient output from Russia than expected, and said the market could flip into a deficit in the second half of the year due to growing demand in China. The bank cut its average forecasts for the Brent and West Texas Intermediate … Read more

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CERAWEEK – Renewable natural gas land grab ends as suppliers turn to sales

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HOUSTON, March 9 (Reuters) – The land grab for the best sites to gather renewable natural gas (RNG) from landfills and dairy farms is largely over, executives said this week at the CERAWeek energy conference, as developers turn to marketing the fuel for uses including in transportation and power generation. RNG, methane derived from biological … Read more

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Keystone pipeline oil flows won’t change after US order to cut pressure, CEO says

Oil flows on TC Energy’s Keystone pipeline will not change after the U.S. pipeline regulator said it would require the company to reduce pressure following a 13,000-barrel oil spill in Kansas in December, Chief Executive François Poirier told Reuters on Thursday. Keystone has already been operating within the requirements of the new order from the … Read more

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U.S. Energy Regains Its Swagger While Rest of World Gets IRA Envy

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Energy executives and Biden administration officials in Houston had a simple message for Europe and other regions griping that US climate spending will starve them of investment: Stop complaining and put up the cash to enact measures of your own.  In a standing-room-only luncheon address at the CERAWeek by S&P Global conference, Energy Secretary Jennifer … Read more

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Rubellite Energy Inc. reports fourth quarter 2022 financial and operating results and provides operations and guidance update

CALGARY, AB, March 9, 2023 /CNW/ – (TSX: RBY) – Rubellite Energy Inc. (“Rubellite”, or the “Company”), a pure play Clearwater oil exploration and development company, is pleased to report fourth quarter and year-end 2022 financial and operating results, a summary of the Company’s year-end 2022 reserves evaluated by independent qualified reserves evaluators McDaniel and Associates Consultants Ltd. (“McDaniel”) and provide an … Read more

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Headwater Exploration Inc. announces 2022 reserves, year-end 2022 operating and financial results, operations update and declares quarterly dividend

CALGARY, AB, March 9, 2023 /CNW/ – Headwater Exploration Inc. (the “Company” or “Headwater“) (TSX: HWX) announces its operating and financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022. Selected financial and operational information is outlined below and should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements and the related management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”).  These filings will … Read more

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Lucero Energy Corp. announces fourth quarter and year-end 2022 financial & operating results, highlighted by record funds flow and net income, and reports year-end 2022 reserves

CALGARY, AB, March 9, 2023 /CNW/ – Lucero Energy Corp. (“Lucero” or the “Company”) (TSXV: LOU) (OTCQB: PSHIF) is pleased to announce financial and operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022, and to provide 2022 year-end reserves information. The associated Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) and audited financial statements as at and for … Read more

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Bonterra Energy Corp. announces fourth quarter and year end 2022 results highlighted by a 77% increase in funds flow and 44% decrease in net debt

5% Growth in production & 53% increase in oil & gas sales 77% Increase in funds flow1 and 182% growth in free funds flow1 contributed significantly to improving the balance sheet 44% lower net debt drove leverage ratio down to 0.8X while strategic debt restructuring affords Bonterra enhanced liquidity with approximately $17 million drawn on a $110 million bank credit facility CALGARY, AB, March 9, 2023 /CNW/ – Bonterra Energy Corp. (www.bonterraenergy.com) (TSX: BNE) (“Bonterra” … Read more

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GOING FAST! Get Your Tickets to the 2023 Enserva STARS and Spurs Gala, The Longest-Running and Largest Fundraiser in Alberta

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The Enserva STARS and Spurs Gala April 15, 2023 BMO Centre Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Join us for the 2023 Enserva STARS and Spurs Gala, the longest-running and largest fundraiser in Alberta. Over the past 29 years, corporate executives, donors, sponsors, and key representatives of the energy sector have come together to support the … Read more

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Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure Ltd. announces fourth quarter 2022 results

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CALGARY, AB – Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure Ltd. (“Tidewater” or the “Corporation“, “us”, “we”, or “our”) (TSX: TWM) has filed its annual consolidated financial statements and Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A“) for the year ended December 31, 2022. FOURTH-QUARTER AND YEAR-END 2022 HIGHLIGHTS Net income attributable to shareholders was $8.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. The fourth quarter of 2022 … Read more

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Cenovus, Enbridge to face shareholder vote on lobbying practices companies’ net zero alignment in question

CALGARY, AB – Shareholders at Cenovus and Enbridge will vote on proposals regarding their lobbying practices filed by Investors for Paris Compliance (I4PC). Both companies have made a net zero commitment, but evidence filed in the proposals shows the companies advocating against climate policy and in favour of fossil fuel expansion which would increase emissions. “You can’t just say you … Read more

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Enterprise Group, Inc Announces Letter to Shareholders From President & CEO – Leonard D. Jaroszuk

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St. Albert, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 9, 2023) – Enterprise Group, Inc. (TSX: E) (OTCQB: ETOLF) (the “Company” or “Enterprise“). Enterprise Shareholders and Interested Investors; It was a good year for Enterprise and our shareholders. Over one year, the Company’s share price rose 40 plus percent, from 26 to 46 cents, a new high. For comparison, S&P … Read more

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Trudeau is Taking Another Pay Raise – The Fourth Since Covid-19: Sign the Petition if You Do Not Agree – Canadian Taxpayers

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is about to take a $10,000 pay raise. If you don’t think Trudeau deserves a $10,000 raise, then you can sign the PETITION to stop the politician pay hike: https://www.taxpayer.com/petitions/mps-need-to-cut-their-own-pay On April 1, members of Parliament will take their fourth pay raise since the onset of COVID-19. This year’s pay raise will … Read more

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Federal environment minister says Alberta silence over oilsands spill ‘worrisome’

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Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault says Alberta’s nine-month silence over two releases of toxic oilsands tailings water is worrisome.
He says Alberta is supposed to notify the federal government over such releases within 24 hours.
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Regulator orders TC Energy to reduce operating pressure on Keystone pipeline

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CALGARY — A U.S. regulator has ordered TC Energy Corp. to lower the operating pressure on the entire Keystone pipeline system.
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration issued the ruling Tuesday as a result of its ongoing investigatio…

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Oil Holds Losses on Hawkish Fed Despite Surprise Stockpile Draw

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Oil held losses as a persistently hawkish tone from the Federal Reserve countered the first decline in US crude inventories this year. West Texas Intermediate traded below $77 a barrel after sliding almost 5% over the previous two sessions. Fed Chair Jerome Powell reiterated that the bank may take interest rates higher than anticipated, but said a … Read more

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Changing the Face of Energy: Alberta’s Energy Future is Promising

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YWE is proud to recognize ten inspirational young women of 2022 who are leading Alberta’s evolving energy landscape. ALBERTA – March 7, 2023 – Young Women in Energy (YWE) is thrilled to celebrate International Women’s Day by announcing the ten (10) winners of its ninth annual Awards Program. Since 2014, YWE’s Awards Program has highlighted … Read more

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NO GO! Competition Bureau Successful in Challenge of Secure and Tervita Merger

GATINEAU, QC – On March 3, 2023, the Competition Tribunal ruled in favour of the Commissioner of Competition in his challenge of Secure Energy Services’ acquisition of Tervita Corporation. The Tribunal ordered Secure to sell 29 facilities to resolve the substantial lessening of competition found in 136 relevant markets. The Commissioner is pleased with the … Read more

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EU energy chief tells companies not to sign new Russian LNG deals

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BRUSSELS, March 9 (Reuters) – European Union countries and companies should not sign new contracts to buy Russian liquefied natural gas, as part of the bloc’s attempt to end its energy dependence on Moscow, the EU’s energy policy chief said on Thursday. Russia curbed gas supplies to Europe last year following its invasion of Ukraine, … Read more

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CERAWEEK – Big Oil on Hydrogen: Forget the Rainbow, Just Make it Profitable

HOUSTON, March 8 (Reuters) – Governments worldwide need to simplify rules around hydrogen supply to attract investment and scale it up to become competitive enough to substitute fossil fuel use in heavy industry, energy executives said this week. Hydrogen as a potential alternative to natural gas, coal or oil burned in heavy industry or shipping … Read more

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Parex Resources Announces Record 2022 Full-Year Results

CALGARY, Alberta, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Parex Resources Inc. (“Parex” or the “Company”) (TSX: PXT) is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the three- and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2022. All amounts herein are in United States dollars (“USD”) unless otherwise stated. “Reflecting on my second year at Parex, I … Read more

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Peyto Reports Record Profit and Cash Flow in 2022

CALGARY, Alberta, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Peyto Exploration & Development Corp. (“Peyto” or the “Company”) is pleased to report operating and financial results for the fourth quarter and 2022 fiscal year. Peyto solidified the sustainability of its dividend through reserves, production, and cash flow growth while continuing to reduce debt. Full Year and … Read more

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Vermilion Energy Inc. announces results for the year ended December 31, 2022

CALGARY, AB – Vermilion Energy Inc. (“Vermilion”, “We”, “Our”, “Us” or the “Company”) (TSX: VET) (NYSE: VET) is pleased to report operating and condensed financial results for the year ended December 31, 2022. The audited financial statements, management discussion and analysis and annual information form for the year ended December 31, 2022 will be available on the System for Electronic … Read more

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Journey Energy Inc. generates $155 million of net income and $101 million of adjusted funds flow in 2022

CALGARY, AB, March 8, 2023 /CNW/ – Journey Energy Inc. (TSX: JOY) (OTCQX: JRNGF) (“Journey” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce its operating and financial results.  The complete set of financial statements and management discussion and analysis for the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 are posted on www.sedar.com and on the Company’s website www.journeyenergy.ca. Highlights for 2022 are as follows: Generated … Read more

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Surge Energy Inc. announces 2022 fourth quarter and year end financial and operating results, and 2022 year end reserves

CALGARY, AB, March 8, 2023 /CNW/ – Surge Energy Inc. (“Surge”, “SGY”, or the “Company”) (TSX: SGY) is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2022; its year end 2022 reserves as independently evaluated by Sproule Associates Limited (“Sproule”); and a new Total Proven Plus Probable (“TPP”) net asset value1 (“NAV”) of $22.37 per … Read more

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Indigenous workers are earning high wages in Canadian oil and gas industry

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Indigenous employment in the energy sector has increased significantly in the last decade By James Snell   Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter A growing number of Indigenous people are being employed in Canada’s oil and gas industry and the sector has eliminated the wage gap with … Read more

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First Nations chiefs criticize Alberta premier’s oilsands tailings spill comments

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is minimizing the effect of two large releases of oilsands tailings water, two area First Nations leaders said Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Environment Canada confirmed the Alberta government didn’t pass along news of the spill…

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Crew Energy announces fourth quarter and full year 2022 results highlighted by record production, adjusted funds flow and net income

CALGARY, Alberta, March 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Crew Energy Inc. (TSX: CR; OTCQB: CWEGF) (“Crew” or the “Company”), a growth-oriented, liquids rich natural gas producer operating in the world-class Montney play in northeast British Columbia (“NE BC”), is pleased to announce our operating and financial results for the three and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2022. Crew’s … Read more

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Pipestone Energy Corp. announces fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial and operational results as well as an update on shareholder returns and 2023 guidance

CALGARY, Alberta – (PIPE – TSX) Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) is pleased to report its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial and operation results. FOURTH QUARTER 2022 CORPORATE HIGHLIGHTS In Q4 2022, Pipestone achieved record average quarterly production totaling 33,816 boe/d (30% condensate and crude oil, 42% total liquids), representing a 5% quarterly increase over … Read more

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Kiwetinohk provides fourth quarter 2022 results and year-end reserves report

CALGARY, AB – Kiwetinohk Energy Corp. (TSX: KEC) today reported its 2022 fourth quarter, annual financial and operational results, and year-end reserves evaluation. As companion documents to this news release, please review the company’s management discussion and analysis (MD&A), financial statements and annual information form (AIF) (company website or www.SEDAR.com) for additional financial and operational details. Financial and operating … Read more

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NuVista Energy Ltd. announces record year end 2022 reserves, financial and operating results

CALGARY, Alberta – NuVista Energy Ltd. (“NuVista” or the “Company”) (TSX:NVA) is pleased to announce record-setting reserves, financial and operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022, and to provide an update on a number of key strategic initiatives. The results of our 2022 program demonstrate the quality and capacity of our … Read more

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Oil Dips Further as Hawkish Powell Spurs Flight From Risk Assets

Oil held a hefty loss after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled interest rates could rise higher and faster than previously anticipated, raising concerns about the economy and energy demand. West Texas Intermediate futures edged lower near $77 a barrel after posting the biggest one-day decline since early January. The remarks, made during a testimony before … Read more

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Peak-Oil Fears Cast Shadow Over US Supply Outlook as Costs Climb

The specter of peak oil that haunted global energy markets during the first decade of the 21st century is once again rearing its head. Major US oil producers are warning that production from one of the fastest growing sources of supply appears likely to top out by the end of the decade. ConocoPhillips and Pioneer … Read more

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Diversity Skepticism Hurts Alberta Energy Industry’s Talent Hunt

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Older workers in Alberta’s energy industry view diversity, equity and inclusion practices less positively than younger generations, posing a challenge for the sector’s efforts to attract workers, according to a study from Ernst & Young.About 67% of Alberta energy workers under 25 years-old say DEI efforts have affected them in a positive way, according to … Read more

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BP says fuel efficiency has more impact on oil demand than EVs

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HOUSTON, March 7 (Reuters) – Fuel efficiency in new light vehicles is having a bigger impact on fuel demand than rising sales of electric vehicles, BP Chief Executive Bernard Looney said at an energy conference on Tuesday. As old vehicles in the world’s 1.4 billion fleet of light vehicles are scrapped, newer vehicles with higher … Read more

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CERAWeek Update – Day 2: Here Are the Highlights

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Welcome to day two of CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston. In the morning, Exxon Mobil Corp. Chief Executive Officer Darren Woods slammed Europe’s windfall profit tax on oil and gas producers, while US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry called for finding ways to meet energy demand without undermining the transition to cleaner fuels. OPEC Secretary General … Read more

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Russia wild card to keep oil markets on edge, execs warn

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People attend the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, Texas, U.S. March 7, 2023. REUTERS/Callaghan O’Hare HOUSTON, March 7 (Reuters) – Executives and officials from some of the world’s top oil and gas companies said on Tuesday energy markets are balanced now, but could easily be disrupted due to tight spare production capacity and supply uncertainties … Read more

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Column: Future of Nuclear Power Growth Lies Outside Europe and North America

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LITTLETON, Colorado, March 8 (Reuters) – For the past half century a majority of the world’s nuclear power generation capacity has been based in Western Europe and North America, with France and the United States alone accounting for nearly half of the global capacity footprint. Going forward, 85% of prospective capacity additions lie outside those … Read more

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Importance of Regular Equipment Maintenance – The Common Causes of Back-Up Power Generation Failure – Learn More

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No one wants to experience a power outage without being prepared as it can be very costly for a business and may even have life threatening effects, especially when it comes to care facilities and hospitals. Therefore, a lot of money tends to be spent on emergency power systems to protect homes, hospitals, post-secondary institutions, … Read more

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Muddy Boots Measure: Meter Calibrations, Compositional Analysis, & More. How we do it Better, Faster and for Less.

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Better Functionality Clean and easy-to-use interface Simple tools for complex processes: scheduling, analysis validation, etc. Robust asset details on your schematic diagrams Sample points, associated metering, and wellheads are mapped and linked to your analysis and calibrations Client-controlled automated compositional acceptance rules Faster Implementation Automated import tools make implementation quicker and more efficient (bulk loading … Read more

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Measuring Coal Mine Methane Emissions: Why it Matters

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The energy industry continues to make strides towards methane (CH4) emissions measurement, management, mitigation, and control. When considering Industry’s CH4 emissions, one typically thinks of those from oil and gas wells and processing facilities.  An often, unnoticed CH4 emission source is that from abandoned or closed mines classified as Abandoned Mine Methane (AMM).  In 2019, … Read more

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Solar and Wind Power – What’s Driving its Growth in 2023?

North America’s energy transition is primarily driven by climate change concerns, falling renewable energy costs, and government targets. The transition includes using a diverse mix of renewable energy sources, such as solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, and bioenergy, instead of relying heavily on fossil fuels. Both the U.S. and Canada have implemented policies to support the deployment of … Read more

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CERAWeek Update – Day 2: Here Are the Highlights

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Welcome to day two of CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston. In the morning, Exxon Mobil Corp. Chief Executive Officer Darren Woods slammed Europe’s windfall profit tax on oil and gas producers, while US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry called for finding ways to meet energy demand without undermining the transition to cleaner fuels.OPEC Secretary General Haitham … Read more

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XI Technologies: Top Ten for 2022: New Well Production

Each week, XI Technologies scans their unique combination of enhanced industry data to provide trends and insights that have value for professionals doing business in the WCSB. If you’d like to receive our Word to the Wise in your inbox, subscribe here.   Twice a year, XI Technologies reaches into the public data stored in its applications … Read more

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The Big Dine & Dash: Unpaid Oil Patch Taxes Rise Again Despite Industry Boom, Say Rural Municipalities

Rural Municipalities of Alberta says the total of unpaid taxes from the oilpatch keeps rising despite the industry’s boom. 
In a release, the group says energy companies owe towns and villages in which they operate a total of $268 million.
That’s up m…

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Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. announces record annual results, filing of 2022 disclosure documents, 2022 year-end reserves, and provides 2023 guidance

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 7, 2023) – Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. (TSX: PNE) (“Pine Cliff” or the “Company“) announces its year-end financial and operating results, the filing of its 2022 disclosure documents, its 2022 year-end reserves and 2023 guidance. 2022 and Fourth Quarter 2022 Highlights Pine Cliff’s adjusted funds flow1 of $40.2 million generated during the … Read more

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RETRANSMISSION: Tenth Avenue Petroleum announces increase in production by 61% and operational update

CALGARY, AB – March 7, 2023 / Tenth Avenue Petroleum Corp. (“TPC” or the “Company”) (TSXV:TPC) is pleased to provide results from its successful re-entry of the 102/6-11-15-26W4 (BPO 85%, APO 70%) natural gas well in the upper Bow Island formation, located in the area of Parkland, Alberta. Highlights The 102/6-11 re-entry well was placed on production … Read more

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Western Canada Select discount widens

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Western Canada Select (WCS) crude’s discount to the benchmark West Texas Intermediate (WTI) widened on Tuesday. WCS for April delivery in Hardisty, Alberta traded between $15.35 and $15.70 a barrel under the WTI, according to brokerage CalRock, having traded between $15.30 and $15.20 a barrel under WTI on Monday. In recent weeks, the price of … Read more

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Russia wild card to keep oil markets on edge, execs warn

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Executives and officials from some of the world’s top oil and gas companies said on Tuesday energy markets are balanced now, but could be easily be disrupted due to tight spare production capacity and supply uncertainties related to Russia’s war in Ukraine. The comments at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston show the industry remains … Read more

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Paramount Resources Ltd. announces record 2022 annual results

CALGARY, AB – Paramount Resources Ltd. (“Paramount” or the “Company”) (TSX: POU) is pleased to report 2022 annual financial and operating results highlighted by record production, adjusted funds flow and free cash flow and substantial reserves additions. HIGHLIGHTS The Company achieved record annual sales volumes of 88,672 Boe/d (45% liquids) in 2022. Fourth quarter sales volumes averaged 97,370 … Read more

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Oil Steadies Near Five-Week High Ahead of Fed Chair Testimony

Mar 7, 2023 Oil held near the highest close in five weeks ahead of testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell that will provide clues on the path forward for monetary tightening.West Texas Intermediate traded above $80 a barrel after advancing for five sessions. Powell will begin two days of semiannual testimony before Senate and House committees … Read more

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CERAWEEK UPDATE: Who’s Saying What at CERAWeek – Baker Hughes Planning for Multiple Years of Oil, Gas Growth & More

It’s the first day of CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, one of the biggest events on the calendar for the energy industry, with over 1,000 CEOs, policymakers and financiers due to speak. This year’s event is framed around the so-called trilemma facing global energy: ensuring security of supply amid war and geopolitical tensions, while … Read more

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CERAWEEK – ‘Houston, We Have a Problem’ – Energy Industry Grapples with Climate Fight

HOUSTON, March 6 (Reuters) – Top global energy executives and officials on Monday grappled with how to transition the global economy from fossil fuels to renewables quickly enough to prevent climate disaster without disrupting strategic oil and gas supplies. “Houston, we have a problem,” two top executives told some of the most powerful figures in … Read more

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CERAWEEK – OPEC, US Energy Executives Discuss Tight Capacity at Houston Duddle

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March 6 (Reuters) – U.S. energy executives and top OPEC officials on Monday discussed concerns about a lack of spare oil production capacity at a private dinner on the sidelines of a Houston conference, an executive who attended said. The dinner with shale producers and OPEC officials continued a tradition that began around five years … Read more

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Yangarra Announces $15 Million Bought Deal Financing of Flow-Through Common Shares

CALGARY, AB, March 6, 2023 /CNW/ – Yangarra Resources Ltd. (“Yangarra” or the “Company“) (TSX: YGR) announces it has entered into an equity financing agreement, on a bought deal basis, with a syndicate of underwriters (collectively, the “Underwriters”) led by ATB Capital Markets Inc. and CIBC Capital Markets. Under the terms of the agreement, Yangarra will issue an aggregate of … Read more

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Clearview Resources Ltd. reports December 31, 2022 corporate reserves information

CALGARY, AB, March 6, 2023 /CNW/ – Clearview Resources Ltd. (“Clearview” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce its 2022 year end reserves information. The past fiscal year will be remembered as one of significant transition for Clearview. First and foremost, the Company successfully repaid all borrowings drawn on its senior credit facility and ended 2022 with a cash balance on … Read more

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Inside BP’s plan to reset renewables as oil and gas boom

Summary Companies BP is reviewing solar and onshore wind: renewables chief Firm plans to retain 80% of the green power it produces Aims to supply own EV charging network, hydrogen business BP seeks more clout in wind venture with Equinor: sources LONDON, March 7 (Reuters) – BP hasn’t fallen out of love with renewables. It … Read more

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How ChatGPT Will Eat Oil and Gas – Geoffrey Cann

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By Geoffrey Cann New sophisticated artificial intelligence tools are coming to oil and gas. There’s plenty of upside, but lots of worries too. The Plagiarist A few years ago, a fried who had read one of my articles happened upon a suspiciously similar article posted on LinkedIn published by another person and forwarded it to … Read more

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Pathways Alliance Injects $10 Million to Advance Oil Sands CCS Pipeline

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Wood awarded contract to begin engineering design By Deborah Jaremko Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter In northeastern Alberta, workers survey the location for the proposed Pathways Alliance carbon capture and storage project in preparation for regulatory submissions later this year. Photo courtesy Pathways Alliance Canada’s oil … Read more

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Alberta Energy Regulator may have ignored law by not disclosing oilsands leak

CALGARY — Alberta’s energy regulator may have ignored provincial law by not publicly disclosing that waste from a large oilsands tailings pond was escaping containment and seeping into groundwater, says a lawyer.
Drew Yewchuk of the University of Calg…

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Chevron CEO says natural gas markets fundamentally changed by war

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The global natural gas market has been more fundamentally changed for the long term than the oil market by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Chevron Corp Chief Executive Mike Wirth said on Monday. The conflict in Ukraine and ensuing Western sanctions upended global oil and gas markets and disrupted supplies from Russia. Europe has turned away from … Read more

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Forget Peak Oil Demand: A Thirst for Barrels Puts $100 in View as it Comes Down to China Demand

As Covid-19 lockdowns gripped the world in 2020, Bernard Looney, chief executive officer of BP Plc, made a startling admission: He thought that oil demand might never return to its pre-pandemic peak. But recently, Looney has done an about-face. After announcing ambitious plans to cut emissions, BP, one of the world’s top crude producers, is … Read more

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Commentary: Some of my favorite talking points on energy, environment, and climate – Alex Epstein

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Talking points on: the benefits of fossil fuels; myths about fossil fuels; climate; extreme weather; solar For over 2 years now, I’ve been creating Energy Talking Points—concise, powerful, well-referenced talking points on energy, environmental, and climate issues. Here are some of my favorites. If you like them, please share them and encourage others to subscribe … Read more

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China leans on coal amid energy security push – 56.2% of power came from coal in 2022

Summary State planner says to increase coal production Sees coal ‘supporting’ expansion of renewables Calls for controls on replacing coal with gas Indicates higher gas prices coming for urban users BEIJING, March 5 (Reuters) – China’s state planner underlined a greater role for coal in its power supply on Sunday, saying the fossil fuel would … Read more

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Oil Drops on China’s Cautious Growth Goal as Fed Concerns Linger

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Oil declined as China’s modest new growth ambitions and the prospect of tighter US monetary policy posed headwinds for global fuel consumption. West Texas Intermediate traded below $79 a barrel after gaining more than 4% last week. China’s Premier Li Keqiang announced a goal for gross domestic product of around 5% at the annual National People’s Congress … Read more

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PME Inc.: Building Great Careers with Diverse Teams – PME is Growing – See Their Office & Field Staff Positions

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PME is a self-perform civil contractor, who specializes in underground utilities, HDD, road construction, rehabilitation, and heavy civil projects. Currently, we are expanding our company across Western Canada. Our PME team is growing! Currently we are fill positions for both field and office staff. All four of our offices, located in Fort Saskatchewan, Calgary, Merritt, … Read more

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On February 15, 2023, Recover Hosted the Western Economic Corridor Announcement at the Recover Facility

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On February 15, 2023, Recover hosted the Western Economic Corridor (WEC) announcement at our facility and Recover would like to thank all those who attended the event. Located 90 minutes west of Edmonton, Brazeau County has, for generations, been a longstanding driver of Alberta’s economy, exhibited by robust energy (oil and gas, as well as … Read more

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The Importance of Measurement and Monitoring Technology for the Oil & Gas Industry

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The oil and gas industry faces numerous challenges, ranging from lowering operational costs to meeting regulatory requirements. To address these challenges, reliable measurement and monitoring technology is essential. Ashcroft Instruments is a company that provides high-quality instrumentation solutions for the oil and gas industry. As a distributor of Ashcroft Instruments products, Westech Industrial offers a … Read more

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ROTATING CONTROL DEVICES: What Are They? Why Use Beyond Energy’s?

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Beyond Energy Services & Technology Corp. (‘Beyond’) offers a full suite of field-proven products and services. In this article, the focus will be on the Rotating Control Devices (RCDs) and Bearing Assembly models that we offer. What is a Rotating Control Device (RCD)? A Rotating Control Device (RCD) is a critical component in drilling MPD … Read more

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GLJ: Charging Forward on Lithium Development

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By Gabriella Carrelli & Kim Mohler The world is moving forward with the development of lower-carbon fuel technologies at a lightening pace.  As rechargeable batteries take on a growing share of the transportation power supply, the development of lithium resources as necessary components of the batteries is expected to continue at an exponential rate. Lithium’s … Read more

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U.S. oil & gas rig count falls for third week in a row – Baker Hughes

By Scott Disavino March 3 (Reuters) – U.S. energy firms this week cut the number of oil and natural gas rigs operating for a third week in a row for the first time since August, energy services firm Baker Hughes Co (BKR.O) said in its closely followed report on Friday. The oil and gas rig count, an early … Read more

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The Countries Buying Russian Fossil Fuels Since the Invasion

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Courtesy of Visual Capitalist – See More From Visual Capitalist HERE The Countries Buying Russian Fossil Fuels Since the Invasion A year on from Russia’s initial invasion of Ukraine, Russian fossil fuel exports are still flowing to various nations around the world. According to estimates from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air … Read more

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Feds release climate taxonomy proposal that includes oilsands-related spending

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The federal government has released proposed guidelines on what investments should be considered worthy in the fight against climate change.
Clarity around what’s considered eligible is meant to increase investment in these areas to help close a clima…

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Porsche, Ferrari E-Fuel Push at Heart of EU Engine Debate

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Two of Europe’s most venerable names in the car industry, Porsche and Ferrari, are surfacing in an EU debate about a plan to kill the combustion engine — and they’re changing the conversation. The luxury sports-car makers are seeking a carveout for synthetic electrofuels, or e-fuels, from the EU’s planned 2035 ban on new internal … Read more

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Women in Energy Spotlight: Following in Her parents’ Footsteps: LNG Canada Engineer Rena Feng Shares Her Story

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‘I want women to be really proud like I am to be working in the energy industry’ By James Snell Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Rena Feng’s work is an important part of Canada’s quest to produce and ship liquefied natural gas from the west coast.Based … Read more

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Shortage of Metals for EVs Is Rising Up the Agenda in Automakers’ C-Suites

The merry-go-round of private meetings at an annual mining industry conference at Florida’s Hollywood Beach had a cast of new faces this year: auto sector executives increasingly anxious about surging prices and tighter supply of metals used in electric vehicle batteries.Tesla Inc., Ford Motor Co. and Mercedes-Benz Group AG were among automakers which sent senior staff to … Read more

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Biden’s Green Subsidies Kill Planned Parkland Biofuel Refinery

President Joe Biden’s landmark climate bill has prompted one of Canada’s largest gas-station owners to scrap a planned renewable-diesel plant near Vancouver, illustrating how countries are struggling to counter the US’s green subsidies.Parkland Corp. cited the US legislation by name in explaining why it’s not proceeding with the low-emissions, 6,500 barrel-a-day facility near its Burnaby … Read more

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Canada environment minister ‘deeply concerned’ about Imperial Oil tailings leak

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March 3 (Reuters) – Canada’s environment minister on Friday said he was “deeply concerned” about a leak of toxic tailings water from Imperial Oil’s (IMO.TO) Kearl oil sands mine in northern Alberta that has been going on for months. Federal environment minister Steven Guilbeault’s comments came a day after the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, a local … Read more

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Colombian Oil Field Kidnapping Ends as Dozens of Hostages Freed

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Dozens of police and oil workers taken hostage after protesters stormed a field operated by China’s Sinochem Group have been released, Colombian President Gustavo Petro said. Petro pledged to speak personally to the farmers who staged the protests about their grievances, according to a statement from the presidency on Friday evening. The violence left a … Read more

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Column: Automakers rush in where miners fear to tread

LONDON, March 3 (Reuters) – The race for electric vehicle (EV) battery metals is heating up. Automakers can’t go green without having sufficient quantities of the lithium, nickel and cobalt that make the batteries work. Fear of missing out, quite literally, is generating an industry-wide shift to investing directly in the mining sector to ensure … Read more

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Oil Posts Weekly Gain as UAE Refutes Report of OPEC Exit

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Global benchmark Brent rose for a second consecutive week, getting a late boost from UAE officials denying OPEC exit plans.After wavering in the morning, crude’s rally was revived after state officials disputed a report from the Wall Street Journal of a growing rift between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Broader risk-on sentiment also supported Friday’s advance, pushing … Read more

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Saudi Aramco CEO will not attend Houston energy conference

HOUSTON, March 3 (Reuters) – The chief executive of Saudi Arabian state oil company Aramco will not attend an energy conference organized by S&P Global next week, the event’s updated schedule showed. Amin Nasser, head of the world’s largest oil company, had been listed as delivering a keynote address at CERAWeek, the largest gathering of high-profile … Read more

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Oil Posts Weekly Gain as UAE Refutes Report of OPEC Exit

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Global benchmark Brent rose for a second consecutive week, getting a late boost from UAE officials denying OPEC exit plans.After wavering in the morning, crude’s rally was revived after state officials disputed a report from the Wall Street Journal of a growing rift between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Broader risk-on sentiment also supported Friday’s advance, pushing … Read more

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N.W.T. says lack of notice on oilsands tailings spill goes against deal with Alberta

The government of the Northwest Territories says Alberta didn’t tell it about two major oilsands tailings spills on waters that flow into the territory, despite a legal agreement obliging it to do so.
Shane Thompson, the territory’s environment minist…

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Parkland cancels plans to build stand-alone renewable diesel complex at B.C. refinery

CALGARY — Parkland Corp. says it will not go ahead with its plan to build a stand-alone renewable diesel complex at its refinery in Burnaby, B.C.
The company says it made the decision as it faced rising project costs, a lack of market certainty around…

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Suncor Energy selling North Sea offshore assets in deal valued at $1.2B

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CALGARY — Suncor Energy Inc. has signed a deal to sell its offshore assets in the North Sea to Equinor UK Ltd. in an agreement valued at about $1.2 billion.
Suncor interim chief executive Kris Smith says the decision to sell the U.K. exploration and p…

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Norway’s Equinor buys Suncor Energy UK in $850 million deal

OSLO, March 3 (Reuters) – Equinor (EQNR.OL) said on Friday it will acquire the British oil and gas business of Canada’s Suncor Energy (SU.TO) for $850 million, giving the Norwegian company stakes in several key North Sea petroleum assets. Equinor said the deal includes a 29.9% stake in the Buzzard oilfield, an additional 40% stake in the Rosebank development … Read more

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Shell CEO Says Cutting Oil and Gas Production Is Not Healthy

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(Bloomberg) Shell Plc’s new boss said cutting oil and gas output would be bad for consumers, echoing a pivot by other major producers toward fossil fuels and energy security.“I am of a firm view that the world will need oil and gas for a long time to come,” Shell Chief Executive Officer Wael Sawan said … Read more

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Russia’s Revenue From Oil and Gas Almost Halved in February

Russia’s oil and gas revenue almost halved in February after Western restrictions on crude and petroleum products took effect and gas exports to Europe fell. Tax revenue from oil and gas plunged 46% in February from a year ago to 521 billion rubles ($6.91 billion), the Finance Ministry said on Friday. Proceeds from crude oil … Read more

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Alberta band chief angry over silence from Imperial Oil after oilsands tailings spill

A northern Alberta Indigenous leader has accused Imperial Oil Ltd. of a nine-month coverup over a massive release of toxic oilsands tailings on land near where his band harvests food. 
Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation said Thur…

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Prospera Energy Utilizes Strong Balance Sheet to Capitalize 2023 Development Plan Accelerating Production Growth

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CALGARY, Alberta, March 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Prospera Energy Inc. PEI: TSX-V; OF6A: FRA, OTC: GXRFF Prospera is structured to be well-capitalized in 2023 to fund the capital development program to capture the significant remaining reserves in place. PEI total capitalization ($15 million) includes strategic debt offering below, combined with substantial warrant exercise program of … Read more

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Suncor Energy Announces Sale of UK Exploration & Production Business

All financial figures are in Canadian dollars Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 2, 2023) – Suncor Energy (TSX: SU) (NYSE: SU) today announced that it has entered into a share purchase agreement with Equinor UK Limited for the sale of Suncor Energy UK Limited, which includes Suncor’s non-operated offshore interests in the North Sea. The … Read more

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Kelt Reports Financial and Operating Results for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2022

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 3, 2023) – Kelt Exploration Ltd. (TSX: KEL) (“Kelt” or the “Company”) has released its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. The Company’s financial results are summarized as follows: FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Three months ended December 31 Year ended December 31 (CA$ thousands, … Read more

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Perpetual Energy Inc. reports year-end 2022 financial and operating results and reserves and provides operations update and 2023 guidance

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CALGARY, AB, March 2, 2023 /CNW/ – (TSX: PMT) – Perpetual Energy Inc. (“Perpetual”, or the “Company”) is pleased to release its fourth quarter and year-end 2022 financial and operating results and a summary of the Company’s year-end 2022 reserves as reported by the independent engineering firm McDaniel and Associates Consultants Ltd. (“McDaniel”). A complete copy of Perpetual’s audited consolidated financial … Read more

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Razor Energy Corp. Announces 2022 Year-End Reserves and Operational Outlook

CALGARY, Alberta, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Razor Energy Corp. (“Razor” or the “Company”) (TSXV: RZE) is pleased to provide a summary of its 2022 year-end reserves evaluation and an updated operational outlook. The highlights and reserves summary below set forth Razor’s gross reserves at December 31, 2022, as evaluated by Sproule Associates Limited (“Sproule”), … Read more

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Oil Well Cleanup Program Listed as ‘Key Objective’ in Alberta’s Pre-Election Budget

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EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s last budget before an expected spring election gives strong support to a proposed tax break for energy companies to fulfil their legal cleanup duties but doesn’t tell voters how much would be spent on it. 
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Visualizing the Scale of Global Fossil Fuel Production – Visual Capitalist

Courtesy of Visual Capitalist – See More From Visual Capitalist HERE The Scale of Global Fossil Fuel Production Fossil fuels have been our predominant source of energy for over a century, and the world still extracts and consumes a colossal amount of coal, oil, and gas every year. This infographic visualizes the volume of global … Read more

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COMMENTARY: How to Turn a Non-Problem Into a Problem – Irina Slav

By Irina Slav More From Irina Slav The peak oil supply issue would have by now acquired a legendary status in popular culture if there was any justice in the world. But because there is no justice in the world, the public discussion right now is on oil demand, whose peak various authorities are trying … Read more

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Oil and gas investment in Canada to hit $40 billion in 2023, industry group says

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CALGARY — The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers  says it expects investment in oil and natural gas production in this country to hit $40 billion this year. 
The industry group says that’s 11 per cent higher than last year and also surpasses …

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Schachter’s Eye on Energy: US Commercial Crude Stocks Rose Again This Week And Are Up 16.2% From Last Year, WTI Should Weaken In The Near-Term

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Each week Josef Schachter gives you his insights into global events, price forecasts and the fundamentals of the energy sector. Josef offers a twice monthly Black Gold  newsletter covering the general energy market and 37 energy, energy service and pipeline & infrastructure companies with regular updates. We also hold quarterly webinars and provide Action BUY … Read more

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Global Spending on Oil and Gas and related Activities Projected to Reach a Cumulative $7.1 Trillion Through 2030

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Energy sector spending is projected world wide at over $850 million each and every year between 2023 and 2030 By Lennie Kaplan Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter Oil tankers maneuver in Burrard Inlet. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Getty Images photo Overview There has been suggestions expressed … Read more

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Spartan Delta Corp. announces 2022 year-end results and reserves

CALGARY, AB, March 2, 2023 /CNW/ – Spartan Delta Corp. (“Spartan” or the “Company“) (TSX: SDE) is pleased to report its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022, as well as highlights of the Company’s year-end reserves evaluation. Selected financial and operational information is set out below and should be read in conjunction … Read more

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The Countries Buying Russian Fossil Fuels Since the Invasion – Visual Capitalist

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Courtesy of Visual Capitalist – See More From Visual Capitalist HERE The Countries Buying Russian Fossil Fuels Since the Invasion A year on from Russia’s initial invasion of Ukraine, Russian fossil fuel exports are still flowing to various nations around the world. According to estimates from the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air … Read more

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Russia can maintain oil output at pre-conflict levels, says JP Morgan

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J.P. Morgan on Thursday forecast Russia would be able to maintain its oil output at pre-Ukraine conflict levels due to steady demand from China and India but said it might struggle to reroute some of its oil product exports away from Europe. “We believe Russia will be able to maintain its oil production at pre-war … Read more

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Tamarack Valley Energy announces year-end 2022 reserves & financial results and provides operational update

CALGARY, AB, March 1, 2023 /CNW/ – Tamarack Valley Energy Ltd. (“Tamarack” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce its audited financial and operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022 and the results of Tamarack’s year end independent oil and gas reserves evaluation as of December 31, 2022 (the “Reserve Report“), prepared by Tamarack’s independent qualified reserves evaluator, … Read more

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Yangarra announces 2022 year end financial and operating results

CALGARY, AB – Yangarra Resources Ltd. (“Yangarra” or the “Company“) (TSX: YGR) announces its financial and  operating results for the year ended December 31, 2022. 2022 Highlights Average production of 11,022 boe/d (45% liquids), an increase of 23% from 2021 Oil and gas sales of $243 million, an increase of 73% from 2021 Funds flow from operations of $177 million ($1.92 per share – … Read more

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Crescent Point announces 2022 results & reserves

CALGARY, AB – Crescent Point Energy Corp. (“Crescent Point” or the “Company”) (TSX: CPG) (NYSE: CPG) is pleased to announce its operating and financial results for the year ended December 31, 2022. KEY HIGHLIGHTS Generated significant excess cash flow of approximately $1.2 billion, driven by a strong netback asset base. Reduced net debt by approximately $850 million, or over 40 percent. … Read more

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Crescent Point announces special dividend, reports Q4 loss

CALGARY — Crescent Point Energy Corp. announced a special dividend as it reported a loss in its latest quarter, weighed down by a one-time impairment charge.
The company says it will pay a special cash dividend, based on its fourth-quarter results, o…

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Oil Edges Higher as China Optimism Vies With Inflation Concerns

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Oil extended its recent gain amid optimism over a revival in Chinese demand, even as concerns linger about inflation in the US and Europe.West Texas Intermediate rose above $78 a barrel, after adding 2.7% over the previous two sessions. China’s economy is showing signs of a stronger rebound after abandoning its Covid Zero policy, and some oil-market … Read more

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Enerflex Ltd. Reports Solid Year-End 2022 Results and Successfully Closes Acquisition of Exterran Corporation, Creating Significant Momentum for 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Enerflex Ltd. (TSX: EFX) (NYSE: EFXT) (“Enerflex” or the “Company”), a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure and energy transition solutions, today reported its financial and operational results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2022. “2022 was a pivotal year for Enerflex,” said Marc … Read more

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STEP Energy Services Ltd. Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End 2022 Results

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CALGARY, Alberta, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — STEP Energy Services Ltd. (the “Company” or “STEP”) is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2022. The following press release should be read in conjunction with the management’s discussion and analysis (“MD&A”) and audited consolidated financial … Read more

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Canadian Natural Resources Limited Announces 2022 Fourth Quarter and Year End Results

Calgary, Alberta–(Newsfile Corp. – March 2, 2023) – Canadian Natural’s (TSX: CNQ) (NYSE: CNQ) President, Tim McKay, commented on the Company’s 2022 results, “In 2022, we demonstrated the strength of our balanced, diverse asset base that when combined with our flexible capital allocation strategy, resulted in substantial free cash flow generation, significant returns to our shareholders … Read more

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Canadian Natural Resources reports Q4 profit down from year ago, raises dividend

CALGARY — Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. raised its quarterly dividend as it reported its fourth-quarter profit fell compared with a year earlier.
The company says it will pay a quarterly dividend of 90 cents per share, up from 85 cents per share.
Th…

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Banks Need Even Bigger Low-Carbon Pivot to Avert Climate Crisis

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Banks have a long, long way to go on climate change. That’s the takeaway from a BloombergNEF report that looks at the level of financing that banks are pouring into the energy transition. According to BNEF researchers, the ratio of clean-energy lending and equity underwriting relative to fossil fuels needs to hit 4 to 1 by … Read more

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Environment groups say Bay du Nord approval flawed, must be overturned

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OTTAWA — Lawyers for several Canadian environmental groups say Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault failed to consider all the climate impacts of the Bay du Nord offshore oil project when he approved it last year.
They are arguing in Federal Court t…

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Enbridge CEO hopes for more carbon capture support in upcoming federal budget

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CALGARY — The CEO of energy infrastructure giant Enbridge Inc. says he hopes the federal government will unveil more incentives for carbon capture and storage in the upcoming federal budget.
Greg Ebel says the U.S. is currently a more attractive place…

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Enbridge to buy US Gulf Coast gas storage facility for $335 million

March 1 (Reuters) – Canadian pipeline operator Enbridge Inc (ENB.TO) said on Wednesday it would buy a gas storage facility in the U.S. Gulf Coast region from Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (BIP.N) and Crestwood Equity Partners (CEQP.N) for $335 million. The Tres Palacios gas storage facility serves gas-fired power generation in Texas and Mexico. The deal is expected to close in the … Read more

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Enbridge expects annual EPS growth of 4-6% through 2025, announces new investments

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CALGARY — Enbridge Inc. says it expects its earnings per share to grow at a compounded annual rate of four to six per cent through 2025.
In an update of its priorities and financial outlook, the pipeline company says it expects its distributable cash …

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Athabasca Oil Announces 2022 Year-end Results & Reserves, Record Cash Flow and Plans to Execute a Share Buyback Program

CALGARY, Alberta, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Athabasca Oil Corporation (TSX: ATH) (“Athabasca” or the “Company”) is pleased to report its audited 2022 year-end results. Athabasca is uniquely positioned as a low leveraged company generating significant Free Cash Flow through its low-decline, oil weighted asset base. Q4 and Year-end 2022 Corporate Highlights Sustainable Production: 35,850 boe/d … Read more

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Tourmaline delivers record cash flow, free cash flow and earnings in 2022, increases 2P reserves to 4.5 billion BOE and declares dividend for Q1 2023

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March 1, 2023 CALGARY, AB, Mar. 1, 2023 /CNW/ – Tourmaline Oil Corp. (TSX: TOU) (“Tourmaline” or the “Company”) is pleased to release financial and operating results for the full year and fourth quarter of 2022, as well as 2022 reserves.   HIGHLIGHTS Full-year 2022 cash flow(1) (“CF”) was a record $4.9 billion ($14.26 per diluted share(2)) up 67% over 2021. Fourth quarter … Read more

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Freehold Royalties Announces Record Setting Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results

March 1, 2023 CALGARY, Alberta, March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freehold Royalties Ltd. (Freehold or the Company) (TSX:FRU) announces fourth quarter and 2022 results for the period ended December 31, 2022. President’s Message 2022 was a year of records for Freehold, the result of the significant work done over the last three years to establish the … Read more

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Oil Reverses Gains as Traders See Central Banks Staying Hawkish

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Oil dipped after hot inflation data led traders to anticipate that central bankers are likely to stay hawkish for the coming months, offsetting hopes for higher demand from Asia. West Texas Intermediate dropped below $76.50, reversing earlier reached gains after China and India released strong manufacturing and oil-sales data. Crude has weakened this year as the prospect of tighter … Read more

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The Battle of the Bigs – Big Tech & Big Oil – ENERGYminute

Courtesy of ENERGYminute   See more articles and infographics from ENERGYminute HERE Combined annual net income of Big Tech and Big Oil companies USD billions Source: Refinitiv There has been plenty of discussion about windfall profits for the oil and gas sector and, to be fair, times are pretty good in the patch. Last year, profits for the five … Read more

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From Pipelines to Food Waste: Enbridge commits $1 bln to company turning food waste to energy

March 1 (Reuters) – Divert Inc, a U.S. company that converts rotting food into energy, on Wednesday said it has received a $1 billion commitment from Canadian pipeline operator Enbridge Inc (ENB.TO) to expand its facilities across North America. It is the latest in a string of investments by major energy companies in biogas, which can … Read more

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Alberta’s Budget Surplus to Shrink 77% on Energy-Price Drop

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Alberta, the province that produces most of Canada’s oil, expects its fiscal surplus to shrink 77% as inflation and interest rate hikes crimp economic growth and reduce energy revenue. The provincial government says natural-resource revenue may plunge by a third in the coming fiscal year, to C$18.4 billion ($13.5 billion), according to documents released Tuesday. … Read more

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Cenovus closes acquisition of Toledo Refinery

CALGARY, Alberta, Feb. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX: CVE) (NYSE: CVE) has closed on the transaction to purchase bp’s 50% interest in the bp-Husky Toledo Refinery in Ohio, effective today. Cenovus already owned 50% of the facility, and now owns 100% and assumes operatorship. Total consideration for the sale is approximately … Read more

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Boosting Internal Capacity: How to Solve Labour Shortages?

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Investing in training employees is a valuable solution to labour shortages and can enhance a company’s internal capacity. In today’s post-pandemic business environment, where meeting customer demands and maintaining productivity and efficiency are crucial, labour shortages are a significant issue. Training employees can equip them with the new skills and knowledge to take on activities … Read more

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Minimizing risks, maximizing business continuity: workplace safety and critical infrastructure

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In critical infrastructure and other industrial operations, maintaining business continuity is key. Yet, workplace accidents that endanger employees and halt operations are a real risk in the sector. This makes implementing systems which help to ensure workers are in the right place at the right time (or, at least, not in the wrong place at … Read more

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Wanted! Skilled Tradespeople in Canada – It’s Where the Opportunities Are

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Canada has a dilemma. Skilled tradespeople are aging, and Canada needs to encourage more young people into the trades.  Careers in trades can be rewarding for many. More effort in marketing careers in trades needs to be put forth by trade associations, unions and institutions that offer training for trades, supported by government and even … Read more

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U.S. on Track to Double LNG Exports While Canada Delays and Indigenous Communities Face Uncertainty

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Lousiana, Texas projects to add up to 190 mtpa by 2030 while B.C. questions case for 3 mtpa By Deborah Jaremko Follow CEC on Linkedin  CEC Linkedin Follow CEC on Facebook CEC Facebook Follow CEC on Twitter CEC Twitter As the Haisla Nation waits for the B.C. government’s delayed decision on its proposed three million tonne per year (mtpa) … Read more

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