Session Chairs: Khoi Duong - Computer Modelling Group; Sara Lagos - Strathcona Resources; Deidre Norman - Imperial Oil

This session will explore key challenges and opportunities in the evolving landscape of SAGD operations and carbon capture technologies. It will address critical issues such as the financial complexities of developing sustainable energy projects, including carbon capture and sequestration, and the role of emerging markets for environmental attributes. Additionally, the session will examine performance benchmarking in SAGD, focusing on best practices, industry trends, and strategies for optimizing operations while navigating environmental and economic hurdles.

Presentations:

A SAGD Benchmarking View: 4 Decades of Resilience & Optimization
Julian Ortiz, Supervisor, Strategy & Planning - ConocoPhillips

The Challenge of Business Case Development for Carbon Capture Projects
Mark Guirguis, Business Development Director - Spartan Controls