Entries by ARC Energy Research Institute

Canadian Crude by Rail: Growing or Slowing?

This week we interview James Cairns, CN Rail’s Vice President of Petroleum and Chemicals on the outlook for Canadian crude by rail considering the Alberta government production curtailment.  We also tackle some new modalities for moving heavy oil sands using rail, by moving pure bitumen in rail cars and by CanaPux for overseas shipments. This […]

The US Stops Importing Venezuelan Oil: Will Canada Help Fill the Void?

This week’s podcast considers how Canada could help fill the gap created by the US sanctions on importing Venezuelan crude oil, explaining the potential for moving crude by rail from Canada to the US Gulf Coast. Next, we discuss the Alberta Government’s decision to start reducing production curtailments just one month into the policy. Finally, […]

Is Western Canadian Natural Gas Facing a Crisis?

This week we tackle the Western Canadian natural gas markets that have faced weak prices for more than a year. What are the implications of the situation for producers, the economy and the resource owner, the citizens of Alberta? Importantly, what actions can be taken to fix the market? This podcast references postcards from the […]

How Long Before Renewable Energy Causes Disruption?

This week we interview Grant Arnold CEO of BluEarth Renewables on how and when renewables could disrupt the current electric utilities model.  What is the state of renewables in Alberta, Canada and beyond?  What are the implications for natural gas generation, utilities and energy costs? Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/