Orphan Well Association

The Orphan Well Association (OWA) is a collaborative initiative involving the Alberta Government, provincial regulators, and the oil and gas industry, focused on safely closing orphan oil and gas sites in Alberta that lack financially responsible owners. Funded by the oil and gas industry, the OWA aims to minimize environmental risks and ensure pub... lic safety through efficient site reclamation processes. The organization engages with landowners and communities throughout the closure process and provides opportunities for contractors to participate in project execution. Additionally, the OWA maintains an inventory of orphan sites and salvaged equipment available for purchase.Read More