Did you know?

Canada has huge reserves of coal – more coal than oil, in fact. Alberta has 33 billion tonnes of proven coal reserves – 70 per cent of Canada’s total.

Enhancing Canada's reputation

Project Pioneer will help ensure that Canada’s energy resources are developed in an environmentally sustainable manner while establishing Canada as a leader in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology.

With its post-combustion approach to CCS – one that can be applied to diverse industries powered by different fuels – Project Pioneer will bolster Canada’s energy security and greatly enhance the value and marketability of Canada’s extraordinary coal, natural gas and oil reserves, including Alberta’s oil sands.

A “made in Canada” solution

With Project Pioneer, Canadians can be proud that a significant investment in advanced technology is being made in Canada, the infrastructure is being developed in Canada, and that the CO₂ emissions reductions will be realized in Canada.

CCS is a safe, practical approach to environmental concerns and represents Canada’s single largest CO₂ mitigation option.

Last updated: May 13, 2010