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Continue to develop your emissions skills and knowledge with our critical emissions bundle designed specifically for the oil and gas sector.  Each of these courses is designed to help you learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Perfect for those starting out in the industry, as well as those looking to broaden their skillset. This bundle provides full access to all three courses for 12 months.  On demand: Scope 1 Emissions: How to inventory, quantify and report This one-of-a-kind course focuses on measuring, quantifying, and reporting Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions from upstream oil and gas facilities. Participants will gain real-world experience at identifying, quantifying, and reporting upon a facility’s sources of emissions, as well as learning methods to manage emissions in support of a GHG reduction program. On demand: Scope 2 and 3 Emissions: Measure and report indirect emissions in oil and gas This unique course provides an essential overview on how to quantify Scope 2 and 3 emissions in upstream oil and gas. Participants will gain real-world experience at quantifying a facility’s sources of Scope 2 and 3 emissions across the value chain and learn why corporate action in reducing Scope 2 and 3 missions is advantageous. On demand: Detecting and reducing fugitive emissions This course will help you understand how to locate, track and reduce fugitive emissions. The knowledge and skills you gain from this course will give you the confidence to develop and manage a world-class Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program. Our ESG Learning instructors and researchers have a wealth of experience delivering ESG solutions to the global oil and gas industry. Course developer and emissions reduction expert - Jessica Shumlich, CEO of Highwood Emissions Management Our Scope 1 and Scope 2/3 emissions courses have been developed by Jessica Shumlich, CEO of Highwood Emissions Management, a Calgary-based company specializing in emissions reduction. Jessica has been working for energy companies, governments, technology developers and various startups for more than a decade. She is an engineer with a Masters of Management and has been involved in projects in Canada, the United States, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and Germany.  Course developer: Gobind Khiani, president at GAPV Inc.  Our Detecting and reducing fugitive emissions course was developed by Gobind Khiani who brings a wide range of technical expertise from 30 years’ experience with engineering projects around the world. Gobind is chairman of the End-User Committee (ERC) at the American Petroleum Institute and vice-chairman of the Standards Council of Canada. He is a peer reviewer for emissions management regulatory documents at Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). Gobind also participates in research and development initiatives for Emissions Management and Reduction Programs, the Government of Alberta, and Canada's Oil Sands Innovation Alliance (COSIA). ​Still have questions? Reach out today to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com. *Prices are in US dollars. Read More

Alberta Directive 56: Secure licensing approvals for wells, pipelines and facilities reviews the recent changes to Alberta’s Directive 56 governing technical requirements when applying to build or operate facilities, pipelines or wells. Taught by three regulatory experts, this course is essential for oil and gas operators navigating regulatory hurdles and seeking to streamline the application process. The instructor-led course is live on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. MT. via ZOOM. Sign up today to receive one hour of free consulting with one of the three instructors before or after the live event. All course materials will be available to those who register before and after the date of the live event. Key course benefits Operators will gain vital knowledge to successfully apply to license wells, and to build and operate pipelines and facilities in Alberta Operators will learn key approaches to efficiently navigate Alberta Energy Regulator processes Operators will understand changes to the OneStop application, the AER's online portal Course takeaways Understand key regulatory changes that impact the licensing of wells, pipelines and facilities Understand the best practices to navigate and secure approvals from the Alberta Energy Regulator Gain valuable insight into the interconnected nature of the AER’s multiple regulatory instruments Course developers and regulatory experts Our ESG Learning instructors and researchers have a wealth of experience delivering ESG solutions to the global oil and gas industry. This course was developed by regulatory experts Mark Taylor, Alanda Allum and Rob Cruickshank. As former senior leaders at the Alberta Energy Regulator, the teaching team has over 35 years of regulatory expertise and experience within the energy industry. This team will assist stakeholders avoid common mistakes and misconceptions about the regulatory process in order to maximize the efficiency of application approvals. Curriculum 1. What’s new with Directive 56 and why 2. Changes to the Well License section including: Changes to license terms and extension requests Removal of the “how to” section License information updates – when and how to submit them Explanation of submitting spatial data Clarification of Participant Involvement requirements Changes to technical information requirements 3. Overall Manual 12 flow changes Pros Cons 4. Factors to be considered before filing an energy development license application 5. What is Participant Involvement? 6. Ins and outs of the audit process 7. Other considerations, including Oil and Gas Conservation Act and the Pipeline Act 8. What’s next? Example: Pipeline Applications/ Licensing Facilities Questions? Reach out to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com. Prices are in US dollars. Read More

Project managers, commercial development teams and executives need a full understanding of Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS). This one-of-a-kind course outlines the economics, key technical workflows, risk management and more. Participants will learn the key fundamentals required to support CCUS initiatives in their organizations. This live course on May 30, 2023. Course materials will be available before and after the course.  Key course benefits Comprehension of the key economic and technical drivers of CCUS projects High-level engineering and geoscience technical workflows understanding Knowledge of the major risks of CCUS and mitigation strategies Course takeaways Skills to develop a business case for a CCUS initiative based on both technical and economic criteria High level understanding of the key CCUS engineering and geoscience technical workflows Ability to manage the risks for CCUS project including CO2 containment Meet your instructor  Richard Baker is a globally recognized expert in CCUS with over 37 years of practical experience in reservoir engineering, simulation, EOR and thermal projects. He has worked on hundreds of reservoir characterization/reservoir simulation projects in North America, Russia, Indonesia, South America, North Africa, Middle East and the North Sea. Richard has held senior reservoir engineering positions at both Shell and Husky Oil. In addition to authoring and co-authoring 60+ technical papers, he is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Calgary and sits on the Faculty of Engineering Advisory Board. Curriculum  1.  Overview/Introduction 2.  Carbon reduction goals vs. reality 3.  Key cost drivers and risks 4.  Key technical feasibility drivers and risks 5.  Acid gas analogue (dynamic data)/Gas storage 6.  CCUS vs. alternatives 7.  Aquifer vs. depleted O&G vs. EOR 8.  Economics 9.  OPEX/CAPEX simple model 10. WCSB/Williston attractiveness 11.  Supply vs. demand 12.  Injection profile 13.  Scoping and Subsurface work 14.  Capture and Injection facilities design 15.  Geo-mechanical and containment considerations 16.  Measurement, Monitoring and Verification 17.  Source library Questions? Visit our FAQs section or reach out to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com. Prices are in US dollars. Read More

Sustainability leaders in energy need to be able to understand, mitigate, and communicate about their companies’ water risks, impacts, and opportunities. A water strategy prepares businesses to respond, adapt, and lead as risks and opportunities emerge around this essential resource. In Corporate Water Strategy participants will learn practical approaches to manage regulatory changes and challenging scenarios, such as water shortages, floods, and sharp changes in water quality. Key benefits Understand the importance of water and why your organization needs a water strategy Prepare your organization to evaluate its water risks and opportunities Learn how to develop a water strategy for your company Course takeaways Develop an understanding of the criticality of water as a resource Understand the evolving pressures on water use both for current uses and emerging (e.g., green & blue hydrogen production) Understand how to develop a water strategy for your company Course developers - Kim Sturgess, CEO ​&​ founder, WaterSMART, Edwin Piñero, special advisor, WaterSMART Our ESG Learning instructors and researchers have a wealth of experience delivering ESG solutions to the global oil and gas industry. Kim Sturgess has served as WaterSMART CEO since its inception in 2005. She is also the executive director of the non-profit Alberta WaterPortal Society, which provides education on water issues in Alberta and around the world. Kim has extensive experience in technology start-ups and management, as well as in oil and gas, pipelines, and industrial products and services. She has served on the boards of CCI Thermal Technologies, the Alberta Chamber of Resources, the Alberta Land Institute, the Alberta Water Council, the Council of Canadian Academies, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, the National Research Council, APEGA, the Alberta Economic Development Authority, and Queen’s University.  Edwin Piñero is the president of  EcoMetrics LLC. He joined WaterSMART as special advisor in 2016. He advises clients on water-related issues such as strategy, best practices, reporting, metrics, and making the business case for water stewardship. Ed has been engaged in many water-related initiatives, including the UN CEO Water Mandate and Alliance for Water Stewardship. He served as director of Water Programs with the United States Business Council for Sustainable Development, as senior vice-president for Sustainability for Veolia North America and as a White House Federal Environmental executive.  Curriculum Module 1: Core concepts of water as a resource Module 2: Why energy companies need a water strategy Module 3: Developing a water strategy Module 4: Tools to support a water strategy Reach out to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com  Prices are in US dollars. Read More

Oil and gas companies must develop fugitive emissions programs to meet environmental targets and to avoid regulatory violations and fines. This course will help you understand how to locate, track and reduce fugitive emissions. You will learn how to address those emissions with techniques like Drill and Tap. The knowledge and skills you gain from this course will give you the confidence to develop and manage a company-wide Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program. Key benefits Learn to locate, track, and reduce fugitive emissions in the field Gain the knowledge and skills to confidently manage a Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) Program at oil and gas wells, plants, and facilities Ensure compliance with your local air quality regulations related to fugitive emissions Course takeaways How to setup an LDAR program at your company How to reduce fugitive emissions at your oil and gas facility Actionable insight to reduce your company’s emissions Course developer: Gobind Khiani, president at GAPV Inc.  Gobind Khiani brings a wide range of technical expertise from 30 years’ experience with engineering projects around the world. Gobind is chairman of the End-User Committee (ERC) at the American Petroleum Institute and vice-chairman of the Standards Council of Canada. He is a peer reviewer for emissions management regulatory documents at Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). Gobind also participates in research and development initiatives for Emissions Management and Reduction Programs, the Government of Alberta, and Canada's Oil Sands Innovation Alliance (COSIA). Curriculum Section 1: Detecting fugitive emissions What are fugitive emissions and why are they a concern? Sources of fugitive emissions in equipment Pumps and compressors Connectors Valves Applicable codes Leak detection techniques Section 2: Reducing fugitive emissions How to manage a LDAR program Team roles Communication and tracking tools Managing delay of repair Overview of leak repair options Drill and tap Method 21 Visit our FAQs section or reach out to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com. Prices are in US dollars. Read More

Every company with oil and gas assets in Alberta are affected by the Alberta Energy Regulator's new asset retirement obligations for operators.  Directive 88: Unpack the vital rules governing liability, closure and reclamation in Alberta will help you become well versed with the new regulations under Directive 88 that impact liability, closure and reclamation of all oil and gas wells, pipelines and facilities in Alberta. You will learn how to avoid common mistakes and misconceptions related to the regulatory process and gain a clear understanding of new regulatory requirements. Offered in a new blended format, the course will allow learners to begin right away with the seven on-demand modules. A live instructor session via Zoom on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 via ZOOM will allow the instructors to elaborate on the topics covered in the on-demand modules and provide the learners an opportunity to interact and ask questions. Sign up today to receive one hour of free consulting with one of the three instructors before or after the live event. All course materials will be available to those who register before and after the live event. Save with our early bird pricing! Contact us at esglearning@evaluateenergy.com to learn more.  Key Course Benefits Understand new liability, closure and reclamation rules that affect all operators in Alberta Understand new Licensee Capability assessments Understand industry-wide closure spending targets Course Takeaways Examine what is new and what has been updated within Alberta Energy Regulator liability management programs  Assess how these regulations will impact your operations and planning  Assess how the new closure spending targets will affect your business Course Developers and Regulatory Experts Our ESG Learning instructors and researchers have a wealth of experience delivering ESG solutions to the global oil and gas industry. This course was developed by regulatory experts Mark Taylor, Alanda Allum and Rob Cruickshank. As former senior leaders at the Alberta Energy Regulator, the teaching team has over 35 years of regulatory expertise and experience within the energy industry. This team will assist stakeholders avoid common mistakes and misconceptions about the regulatory process in order to maximize the efficiency of application approvals. Course Curriculum This regulatory course is offered in a blended format with seven on-demand modules and a live instructor-led session via Zoom on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. On-demand eLearning modules Context for Directive 88 Holistic Licensee Assessment Licence transfers Licensee Management Program Inventory Reduction Program Security deposits Final thoughts on Directive 88 Still have questions? Reach out to learn about the new skills and knowledge required for today's evolving oil and gas sector. Email: e-learning@evaluateenergy.com. Prices are in US dollars. Read More