Pembina, TC Energy Launch Alberta Carbon Grid to Capture, Store Pipeline Emissions

Canada oil and gas infrastructure giants Pembina Pipeline Corp. and TC Energy Corp. on Thursday agreed to partner in the Alberta Carbon Grid (ACG) to create a commercial pathway to  reduce and store greenhouse gases.

The Calgary-based pipeline companies proposed building a northern pipeline network and storage hub capable of collecting and disposing of up to 20 million tons/year of industrial exhaust that contributes to climate change.

“Ongoing innovation and partnerships are critical to the success of both industry and government in reaching our economic and environmental goals,” said Alberta Environment Minister Jason Nixon. Added Canada Natural Resources Minister Seamus O’Regan, “This is how we get to net-zero.”

Pembina President Mick Dilger called ACG a new line...