Depth of resource, regulations and industry best practices ensure groundwater resources are protected during hydraulic fracturing.
Drinking water aquifers are usually found at depths less than 300 metres. A well that is hydraulically fractured is typically drilled at a depth of 2,000 to 3,000 metres, far below any aquifers.
As well, multiple layers of steel casing are inserted and cemented in place to create a solid barrier between the wellbore and any underground water sources.
Methane is both a component of natural gas and a potent GHG if released into the atmosphere. Canada’s oil and natural gas industry has committed to a 45 percent reduction of methane emissions by 2025.
Encana’s vent gas capture systems turn GHGs into fuel, reducing emissions while improving operational efficiency
A common myth is that oil sands development is destroying an area of land greater than the size of England. It’s just not true.
Tugboats ensure safe navigation in busy waters
A government-regulated technology used safely for more than 60 years.