Energy
Research is needed to develop ways to recover the significant amount of conventional oil left behind, as well as less energy intensive methods to extract heavy oil and bitumen. Research is also necessary for the energy sector to reduce the impact of greenhouse gases and other emissions.
Over the years, government and industry have worked together to invest in technology and research, and find innovative ways to extract and process energy resources. In fact, all major technologies currently being used by Alberta’s energy sector were developed as a direct result of government-industry collaboration. And government is committed to its partnership with industry in pursuing energy research opportunities and addressing the challenges.
On August 30, 2006 the Alberta government announced dedicated funding of $200 million over the next three years towards research, advanced technologies, market development and innovative projects focusing on energy supply and protection of the environment.
Through the Alberta Energy Research Institute, Alberta Advanced Education and Technology will work with other government departments, including Alberta Energy, Alberta Environment and Alberta Sustainable Resource Development, to help ensure Alberta’s current and future generations receive even greater benefits from Alberta’s resource wealth, while continuing to be good stewards of the environment.
