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Unlocking the prize : metal fabrication procurement for development and operation of Alberta's oil sands

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery... More ≫

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery Manufacturing (MFMM) suppliers during the development, construction and operation of mining, in-situ and upgrader projects. The study helps to provide market intelligence for the development and execution of growth strategies in areas where Alberta’s MFMM sector has a competitive advantage. It also provides a better understanding of the needs of Alberta’s oil sands industry, describes how to strengthen relationships between Alberta’s MFMM sector and oil sand project owners, and support continued economic growth in the province.

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Lump sum contracting on Western Canadian oil and gas capital projects : industry opinion

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The main goal of this report is to study the potential for lump sum contracting and to answer the question whether lump sum contracting increases the efficiency and cost and schedule... More ≫

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The main goal of this report is to study the potential for lump sum contracting and to answer the question whether lump sum contracting increases the efficiency and cost and schedule predictability of major projects in the Western Canadian oil and gas sector.

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Renewable energy toolkit for economic development

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid... More ≫

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid communities in being ready to consider renewable energy projects before specifi c projects have been presented. C. PROJECT SCREENING - To aid communities in the fi rst level of screening or evaluation of projects, when such projects are presented to them.

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Improving construction productivity on Alberta oil and gas capital projects

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This paper describes the findings of an ongoing research project investigating the most critical aspects that can improve productivity in the delivery of oil and gas construction projects of... More ≫

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This paper describes the findings of an ongoing research project investigating the most critical aspects that can improve productivity in the delivery of oil and gas construction projects of Alberta. Industry recommendations for improving construction productivity are categorized and tabulated into 10 major areas: labour management, project frontend planning and workface planning, management of construction and support, constructability in engineering design, engineering management, communication, contractual strategy and contractor selection, government influence and modularization, prefabrication, prebuild in shops.

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Enhanced oil recovery through carbon capture and storage : an opportunity for Alberta

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This report discusses and analyzes the benefits of utilizing enhanced oil recovery (EOR) as a means of accelerating the wide scale implementation of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) in... More ≫

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This report discusses and analyzes the benefits of utilizing enhanced oil recovery (EOR) as a means of accelerating the wide scale implementation of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) in Alberta. It examines the short- and long-term economic benefits of EOR and CCS in Alberta as a way of unlocking Alberta's resource and industrial potential. Challenges are highlighted, and specific opportunities for action to address those challenges are identified. The report begins with the conclusion of the Energy Resource Committee, followed by its 13 Recommendations for action.

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Sustainable water management and economic development in Alberta

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Identifies, examines and compares the current status of Alberta water characteristics, markets and issues facing Alberta across each of its major water basins and how these are affecting... More ≫

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Identifies, examines and compares the current status of Alberta water characteristics, markets and issues facing Alberta across each of its major water basins and how these are affecting sustainable economic development.

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A more productive Alberta : our key to future economic growth

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Examines key productivity drivers and what Alberta needs to create "a culture of innovation and productivity" within the province.

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