In Canada’s energy industry, reducing carbon emissions has become more than a regulatory requirement—it’s a business imperative. With carbon taxes in place, companies are facing increased pressure to reduce their environmental impact while staying economically viable. One promising avenue, directly correlated to CO2 emissions, lies in reducing energy consumption, particularly through advancements in key extraction technologies. SSi Artificial Lift, a technology leader in advanced oil extraction methods, is successfully addressing both carbon emissions and cost reductions head-on.
SSi’s Leap Forward: Reduce Electrical Consumption, Cut Emissions
The oil industry has long relied on conventional methods for extracting oil, such as electric submersible pumps (ESPs) and beam pumps. However, these systems are energy-intensive, leading to high electricity consumption and, consequently, higher CO2 emissions. SSi’s hydraulic long-stroke, rod pump system offers a new solution: by using nitrogen as a counterweight in conjunction with hydraulic power, the SSi system minimizes electrical use, allowing for a dramatic reduction in energy consumption and CO2 output.
This technology operates in a way where electrical consumption is not continuous, a key differentiator from conventional systems. The Logic contained in the PLC of SSi’s system controls the upstroke and downstroke independently, optimizing energy use during both phases. The software ensures that there is always a soft turnaround at the top and bottom of the strokes, the electric motor driving the hydraulic system stops and reverses on each stroke, but the electric motor is continuous with the comparative forms of Artificial Lift.
The result? Substantial cost savings in electricity and, more importantly, a significant drop in carbon emissions as shown by several independent field cases conducted both in North and South America.
Case 1: Permian Basin – Reducing Emissions by 57%
In an independent study conducted in the Permian Basin, a well using SSi’s technology produced 750 barrels of fluid per day (BFPD) while consuming just 975 kWh per day, with a CO2 emission rate of 1.196 lbs. per barrel. In comparison, a well using a traditional ESP produced slightly more at 800 BFPD, but consumed 2410 kWh per day, resulting in a CO2 emission rate of 2.769 lbs. per barrel.
The reduction in energy consumption resulted in a CO2 savings of 430,663 lbs. (195 tonnes) per year for just one well—an impressive 57% reduction in emissions. Scaling this up to 20 wells, the company could reduce its carbon footprint by 3,900 tonnes annually!
Case 2: Latin American Oil Field – 80% CO2 Savings
An independent study of ultra-heavy oil production in Latin America revealed even more striking results. A well with SSi model 800 produced 224 barrels of oil per day (BOPD) with an energy consumption of just 647 kWh per day, resulting in a daily CO2 output of 0.46 tonnes. A comparable well using an ESP consumed 3,182 kWh per day, emitting 2.26 tonnes of CO2. This provided an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions for the SSi-equipped well, highlighting the immense potential for carbon savings in heavy oil production scenarios.
Case 3: International Oil Company—Energy Savings Across the Board
A third study, conducted by an international oil company also in the Permian Basin, compared an SSi model with both a C912 beam pump and an ESP. The SSi system consumed just 0.70 kWh per barrel, resulting in daily CO2 emissions of 386.4 lbs. In comparison, the beam pump and ESP consumed 1.36 kWh and 4.15 kWh per barrel, emitting 750.7 lbs. and 2,290.8 lbs. of CO2 per day, respectively. Over the course of a year, the SSi system saved 132,969 lbs. of CO2 compared to the beam pump and 695,106 lbs. compared with the ESP—further illustrating the value of adopting energy-efficient technology in large-scale operations.
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The Canadian Context: Cost Savings and Environmental Benefits
For Canadian oil producers, these findings carry significant weight. Innovative technologies like that being implemented by Calgary-based SSi Artificial Lift, not only offers a path to reduce carbon emissions in line with government mandates but also provide substantial cost savings in terms of electricity usage. With the carbon tax set to rise in the coming years, reducing CO2 emissions through efficient energy use is no longer optional—it’s a crucial step toward securing long-term profitability and regulatory compliance. The SSi Technology can meet the production against certain ESPs but the workover costs are substantially reduced. This technology is field proven and installed in multiple SAGD and Steam Injection projects in Canada as well as in conventional/unconventional wells using Rod Lifting.
As the industry faces mounting pressure with legal and moral responsibility to comply with environmental regulations, such innovations will be key to ensuring a future where profitability and sustainability go hand in hand.
More About SSi Artificial Lift
SSi is dedicated to enhancing your operations by offering a comprehensive range of technology and services, including consultation, training, technical support, installation, maintenance, and repair. We offer advanced well-monitoring solutions, both on-site and remotely, to ensure the best performance. Our passion for delivering customized experiences is rooted in our mission to boost production through innovative technology. With patented designs that surpass traditional Artificial Lift systems in lift capacities and offering all long stroke pump Rod Pumps, SSi delivers unmatched well optimization and increased production.
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