What is unconventional gas?
Unconventional gas is simply natural gas that is contained in "difficult to produce" rock formations, which require different or special completion, stimulation, and/or production techniques to retrieve the resource. Natural gas from tight gas sands, shale gas, and gas hydrates are all examples of unconventional gas.
Natural gas is 50 per cent cleaner than coal, and recent discoveries, such as those made in the Greater Green River Basin, have led us to abundant, homegrown supplies that can meet
In the past, technical challenges and cost issues around producing unconventional gas deterred resource exploration and development. However, as conventional gas resources are becoming depleted, and the need for energy has increased, the necessity for developing alternate resources has become important. The goal of the Industry is to responsibly develop this resource while taking into consideration the social, economic, and environmental impacts of development.
Source: CSUG Strategic Priorities document
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