SUNCOR APPLIES FOR HUGE (140,000 BPD) COMMERCIAL IN SITU PROJECT AT FIREBAG

Suncor Energy Inc. (Suncor) has applied to the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) and Alberta Environment (AENV) for approval to construct and operate a steam-assisted gravity drainage oil sands project in the Athabasca region of Alberta, Canada. The commercial project is designed to produce approximately 22,206 cubic meters per day (140,000 barrels per day). The Firebag In Situ Oil Sands Project will employ a series of dual horizontal wells for steam injection and bitumen recovery.

In support of their proposal, Suncor has prepared and submitted the following applications:

The EUB, AENV and other government departments are now undertaking reviews of the applications. Statements of concern must have been submitted on or before June 26, 2000.

If no statements of concern are received, the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, and Water Act applications may be approved without further notice.


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