Based on an innovative process that reduces the use of tailings ponds, the project reflects Total’s commitment to sustainable development.
The project is also recognized as the first owner driven engineering evaluation into the potential for carbon neutrality in oil sands mining and extraction facilities in Alberta.
To support this initiative, ColtWorleyParsons was engaged to conduct a carbon neutral study, “Moving Towards Carbon Neutrality.” The study identified all sources of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the JNMP; quantified the GHG emissions and carbon reductions that result over the life of the project; and estimated the costs and benefits of various options for achieving carbon neutrality. Options considered include process changes, fuel switching, carbon offsetting, carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) and energy efficiency improvements.
In a challenging regulatory environment, WorleyParsons EcoNomics™ assessment capabilities enabled Total to assess future proofing options for the project by embedding financial, social and environmental sustainability into project alternative assessments, thus helping to support Total’s commitment to sustainable development.
