Research and Innovation
Throughout Alberta's history
scientists have been working on new and better ways to develop
our natural resources. New technologies are essential and something that
resource development companies depend on to lower costs and improve
productivity.
In this
section we explore research and innovations in our resource industries from the
early days up until today. This research has all been done in Alberta and
reflects the unique demands of this province. These new ways of thinking about
and doing things are instrumental and keep industries moving forwards in an era
of fierce competition and increased consumer demand.
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Early Oilsands Exploration
In 1906, an eccentric German speculator named Alfred von Hammersteen made his way to Fort McMurray...
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