Where are oil sands used?
Oil sand is a naturally occurring mixture of sand, clay or other minerals, water and bitumen, which is a heavy and extremely viscous oil. It must be processed before it can be used by refineries to produce fuels such as gasoline and diesel.
What is land reclamation and why is it used?
Land reclamation is the process of creating new land by raising the elevation of a waterbed or low-lying land or by pumping water out of muddy morass areas. Land reclamation can be achieved by poldering or by raising the elevation of a seabed or riverbed or low-lying land by: dry earth movement; or. hydraulic filling.
What are oil sands good for?
The responsible development of oil sands is a key driver of Alberta’s and Canada’s economy. It creates jobs and tax revenue for government which support the social programs and capital infrastructure projects we rely on.
Where are oil sands located?
Oil sands deposits are found in dozens of countries throughout the world. The main deposits are found within Cretaceous rocks in Venezuela and Canada.
What materials are used in land reclamation?
The main materials used for STP2 reclamation are rock and sand. The latter used as the source of reclamation fill for the STP2 project due to its ease of handling, good drainage system and shorter consolidation period.
Why do we need land reclamation?
The purpose of land reclamation is to create new land for housing, agriculture and industry. Reclaimed land is most commonly found in coastal cities to increase housing capacity and build ports. In more arid regions, unusable land is reclaimed to promote local agriculture and improve irrigation.
What are the environmental benefits of reclamation?
How do oil sands help the economy?
A strong oil sands sector drives a strong national economy by attracting capital, creating jobs and supporting public services. Canada’s oil sands create prosperity across the entire country – not just in Alberta.