July 10, 2024

Top three In situ Producers:

  • Suncor Energy: Suncor Energy Inc. leads the way with a production of almost 490 MBbl/d. Suncor is involved in both mining and in situ extraction operations.
  • Cenovus Energy: Cenovus Energy Inc. follows closely behind Suncor with production of 480 MBbl/d. Cenovus is heavily invested in in situ extraction methods.
  • Canadian Natural Resources Limited: CNRL ranks third with production of about 340 MBbl/d.

After the top 3 in situ producers, there is a significant drop in daily production ranging from about 140 MBbl/d (ConocoPhillips) down to near zero (Gear Energy).

Source:  Alberta Oil Sands Royalty Data, 2022

Alberta Oil sands project data, 2022

Alberta Energy Regulator Plants and Facilities, 2023