Keeping Albertans safe is our top priority in every part of the work we do. From historical sites to emerging energy resources, we are working hard to stay one step ahead of potential incidents.
Orphaned, abandoned, reclaimed: understanding how wells are classed
Albertans began prospecting for “black gold” more than a century ago. Years and years of drilling for oil and natural gas has resulted in more than just wealth for the…
Protecting Alberta’s energy industry from vandalism, theft a shared responsibility
Alberta's energy industry spans the province; unsurprisingly, keeping Alberta's energy facilities safe is a big job-and a vital one. In January, RCMP responded to a…
A new program launches in Alberta to improve pipeline safety
Kirk Bailey, the Alberta Energy Regulator’s (AER) executive vice president of operations, knew that more could be done to improve pipeline safety, and that the solution wasn’…
Why following directions puts everyone ahead
What do you think of when you hear the word “order?” How about an angry army sergeant barking at new recruits? What about a friendly waitress writing down your favourite meal…
Caprock is key to ensuring fluids remain underground
If you were to look at a cross section of the subsurface geology, it might resemble a multi-layered cake. But instead of icing and chocolate, you’d find mudstone, silt, and…