Fate of giant carbon capture project still uncertain, but Pathways Alliance hopeful for deal with feds
Despite growing frustrations and prolonged negotiations with the federal government, a consortium of Canada's largest oilsands companies is optimistic about having a "line of sight" in securing the support from Ottawa to advance its proposed $16.5-billion carbon capture pipeline project.
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Despite growing frustrations and prolonged negotiations with the federal government, a consortium of Canada's largest oilsands companies is optimistic about having a "line of sight" in securing the support from Ottawa to advance its proposed $16.5-billion carbon capture pipeline project.