AQP
February 20, 2025
Clean fuels of the future
AQP Suite
Innovative modular refining technology that autonomously produces hydrogen, enabling the conversion of oils from any source into high-quality, market-ready fuels.
Market Challenge
Better, more sustainable oils
AQP is more than an upgrading technology—it’s a low-emission refining solution. Unlike traditional hydroprocessing, which relies on external hydrogen production methods that release significant CO₂ emissions, AQP autonomously generates hydrogen in situ, eliminating the carbon footprint associated with external hydrogen production.
Overview
AQP powers cleaner future
AQP is a breakthrough modular refining technology that autonomously produces hydrogen in situ, eliminating the need for costly external hydrogen sources. By upgrading heavy oils, bitumen, and renewables into high-value, low-emission fuels, AQP not only enhances oil quality and operational efficiency but also significantly reduces carbon intensity.
Eliminates TAN & reduces sulphur
for cleaner, more marketable fuels.
Increases API gravity
by up to 20°, enhancing crude value.
Reduces viscosity by up to 99%
cutting transportation costs
Autonomously generates hydrogen
lowering OpEx and emissions
Compatible with fossil fuels & renewables
enabling flexible co-processing
A Path to Better Oil with AQP
AQP is a cornerstone in propelling the industry toward a net-zero future. Rooted in the principles of "Green Chemistry," our catalytic solutions optimize upgrading and refining processes and significantly reduce energy consumption, emissions, and resource utilization. AQP's positive environmental impact is rooted in its substantial reduction of diluent usage.
By minimizing diluent requirements, AQP contributes to a higher quality crude, significantly reducing the potential for environmental disasters and promoting a safer and more sustainable oil production process."
Adaptability
Cost-Efficiency Across the Value Chain
For Producers
At the source, producers leveraging AquaprocessingTM platform (AQP) can experience significant advantages. AQP enables partial upgrading at the source, allowing producers to command a better price for their barrel. This strategic approach enhances profitability and positions producers favourably in a competitive market.
For Midstream Companies
AQP provides transportation companies with a transformative solution to upgrade challenging heavy oils, improving their market value. The cleaned oils can be sold at a higher price, offering a lucrative opportunity for transportation companies. Additionally, AQP diminishes the necessity for heated train wagons, reducing operational costs and mitigating the environmental risk of potential contamination disasters. This enhances the economic viability of transportation operations and contributes to a safer and more sustainable industry.
For Refineries
AQP brings invaluable benefits to refiners, offering the capability to tailor the ideal oil specifications. With AQP, refiners gain the flexibility to design oils that meet precise requirements, enhancing overall efficiency. Additionally, AQP empowers refiners to coblend renewables with fossil fuels, providing a strategic approach to lower emissions. This not only contributes to environmental benefits but also aligns with sustainable practices, positioning refiners at the forefront of environmentally conscious operations.
On the horizon
Turning waste to fuel
AquaprocessingTM (AQP) transforms waste products into renewable fuel and synthetic biocrude.
Our next-gen AQP technology won us Best Net-Zero Energy Company at Alberta Innovates Inventures 2021. We expect it to be commercially deployable by 2023.
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