Lack of pipelines moderates investment in oil sands development, says new IHS Markit 10-year production forecast
July 17, 2018 | Canada
Canada oil sands importance to heavy oil markets rises, though constrained pipeline infrastructure will weigh […]
Opinion: Here’s why a shortage of pipelines hurts Canada
February 26, 2018 | Opinion
The real consequence of a shortage of Canadian pipelines may be the impact on investor […]
More Alberta refining, upgrading of heavy crude oil is never going to be economic, but partial upgrading might be
November 28, 2017 | Markham on Energy
Full upgrading is a bust, new refineries are too risky, and converting existing refineries is […]
Podcast: Plunging oil sands production costs explained, with Kevin Birn of IHS MarkIt
November 20, 2017 | Markham on Energy
In situ cash operating costs now $7-8/b, set to drop another 20-30% over next decade […]
Alberta oil sands economics much better than BC pipeline opponents allege
April 17, 2017 | Markham on Energy
Oil sands costs down/productivity up, which drives higher volumes, increases need for new pipelines When […]