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2 Alberta companies ordered to pay $550K over OHS

Two Alberta companies have admitted to violating provincial occupational health and safety rules over a workplace explosion that killed two

Alberta government announces $50M investment in

The Alberta government has committed $50 million to establish the Alberta Drilling Accelerator (ADA), Canada''s first test site dedicated to

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Alberta Energy Industry Activity reports

The Industry Activity Report provides the most current data available for Alberta''s drilling activity. Included in the report are data for new licenses, spuds, land sales, rig activity and well

Drilling activity in Canada has already seen a dramatic rise. A

Canada''s largest drilling rig contractor says it will be closely watching the startup of this country''s first liquefied natural gas export facility after being caught off guard by the dramatic

Geothermal drilling test facility to be established in Alberta, Canada

The government of Alberta, Canada has made an initial investment for the Alberta Drilling Accelerator, a facility for geothermal drilling development. The government of Alberta,

Alberta plans to build drilling site to act as testing

Alberta''s government says it will invest up to $50 million to support the creation of a first-in-Canada drilling test site to support technology

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Alberta aiming to create test site to support new

Alberta''s government says it will invest up to $50 million to support the creation of a first-in-Canada drilling test site to support technology

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Precision Drilling expects rig demand growth from LNG Canada

The company is Canada''s largest drilling rig contractor, and as such, serves as a barometer for the overall health of the country''s energy sector. But chief executive Kevin

Leaking historic gas well in Bonnyville, Alta., being

The Orphan Well Association has begun decommissioning a leaking historic gas well in Bonnyville after methane was found in several

GoFundMe passes $10K for rig worker with severe burns after

One of the five people hospitalized after an explosion and fire at a natural gas well site north of Calgary sustained second- and third-degree burns, according to a GoFundMe

Alberta commits $20 million to ERA to help Alberta''s

With the right resources, developers can bring drilling technologies to market faster and more affordably. To support more drilling technologies,

Calibre Drilling Ltd. – Alberta''s Leading Drilling Service

More than 25+ years Alberta''s Leading Drilling Service Calibre Drilling Ltd. is a privately owned drilling company located in Spruce Grove, Alberta. Here at

Sonoro Energy Secures Drilling Rig for Alberta Exploration

Sonoro Energy secures a rig for its Countess Well in Alberta. The drilling targets Mississippian formations, enhancing Sonoro''s regional stake. Looking for the best stocks to

How ''The Beast'' Moved from Alberta to the North Slope

Rig 26, Doyon Drilling''s new extended reach drilling (ERD) rig, completed its 2,400-mile journey from Nisku, Alberta to Alaska''s North Slope

Canadian oil and gas drilling activity to reach 10-year

Canada''s oil and gas well drilling sector is poised to employ more people next year than it has in a decade, but the job growth could be derailed

Alberta to fund $50 million for new drilling test site

The Alberta government plans to invest up to $50 million to fund an open-access drilling test site to develop new drilling techniques.

Alberta Plans New Drilling Hub to Boost Energy Innovation

The accelerator aims to address high drilling costs, which account for up to 90% of geothermal project expenses, by fostering the development of new technologies. This could

DRILL BABY, DRILL: Western Canada''s rig count surges as US

As US oil drilling activity hits a three-year low, Canada''s oil and gas sector — especially in Alberta and Saskatchewan — is experiencing a notable resurgence, underscoring

Gas well fire north of Calgary finally out; investigation

An energy company that runs a natural gas well north of Calgary says a roughly 24-hour fire that injured five workers has finally been snuffed

Precision Drilling expects rig demand growth from

The company is Canada''s largest drilling rig contractor, and as such, serves as a barometer for the overall health of the country''s energy

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Will Alberta invest $50 million in a first-in-Canada drilling test site?

(Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press) Alberta's government says it will invest up to $50 million to support the creation of a first-in-Canada drilling test site to support technology development in the oil, gas, geothermal and lithium industries.

How much will Alberta invest in the Alberta drilling accelerator?

RELATED VIDEO (From Nov. 25, 2024) The province says it will invest up to $50 million to support the creation of the Alberta Drilling Accelerator. As Lisa MacGregor explains, the test site will support technology development in the oil, gas, geothermal and lithium industries – Nov 25, 2024

Is Alberta a good place to drill?

Alberta is home to arguably the best drilling expertise in the world. Decades of responsible oil and gas development has made the province a proven drilling leader, while Alberta-led advancements in geothermal, lithium and other areas continue strengthening its reputation as a powerhouse in energy innovation.

What is the Alberta drilling accelerator?

The Alberta Drilling Accelerator is intended to be an open-access, industry-led site where companies can test drilling technologies at deep depths, high temperatures and varying rock types.

How can drilling technology help reduce Alberta's emissions?

“Drilling technology is highly relevant to Emissions Reduction Alberta’s mandate as it offers a potential pathway to direct emissions reduction in the oil and gas sector, while also playing a critical role in commercializing technologies in emerging areas like geothermal and critical minerals extraction.

How can Alberta be a powerhouse for geothermal drilling?

Establish Alberta as Canada’s powerhouse for geothermal drilling technology development and exports. Enable geothermal investment attraction and job creation in Alberta. Foster innovation: Collaborative effort between geothermal industry, research and government.

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