The AUPRF Fund supports practical science-based studies that develop credible and relevant information to address knowledge gaps in the understanding and management of high priority environmental and social matters related to oil and gas exploration and development in Alberta. Research reports are shared with the oil and gas industry funders as well as regulators and government agencies that serve on the technical committees.
The program is governed by an Oversight Committee comprised of four CAPP members and two EPAC members. These are the voting members of the committee. Observers on the committee include representatives from the Alberta Energy Regulator and Alberta Environment and Protected Areas.
CAPP, EPAC and PTAC agree to work collaboratively to accelerate research and innovation to support an environmentally responsible, competitive Alberta energy industry in accordance with the terms of the MOU dated June 24, 2021. The AUPRF program shall be governed according to the following principles:
AOC Committee Members
| Name | Company Name |
|---|---|
| Scott Volk (Chair) | Director of Emissions & Innovation, Tourmaline Oil Corp |
| James Agate (Vice Chair) | Manager – Corporate Liability, Canadian Natural Resources Limited |
| Alexandra Robertson | Principal Engineer, Alberta Energy Regulator |
| Jason Brunet | Director – Technical Science & External Innovation, Alberta Energy Regulator |
| Kellen Foreman | Director – Regulatory and Government Relations, Ovintiv |
| Mike Fulsom | Director – Provincial Operations, The Explorers and Producers Association of Canada |
| Scott Milligan* | Executive Director – Provincial Programs & Operations, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas |
| Susan McGillivray | Manager – Reclamation, Remediation and Pesticides at Alberta Environment and Parks |
| Tara Payment | Manager – Alberta Operations, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers |
| Tony Jackson | Vice President, Environment and Regulatory, Cenovus |