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Friday on the Rutherford Show: A former Alberta Cabinet minister takes on the oil sands PR problem - July 5, 2010

Pat Nelson joined Rutherford on AM770 to discuss the PR problem currently surrounding the oil sands.

The interview highlights how in situ technology differs from mining, noting key differences like no tailing ponds, smaller well pads, and less emissions.  It addresses how forward thinking technology is the future of the oil sands to provide a safe, secure oil supply in a more environmentally friendly way, and addresses the barriers the industry faces moving forward.

To listen to the full interview

Premier Ed Stelmach’s effort to polish the image of the oilsands among those U.S. politicians critical of mining operations is receiving praise from former Alberta premier Peter Lougheed.

Glen Schmidt was named one of Alberta's 50 Most Influential People by Alberta Venture Magazine.

Pat Nelson joined Rutherford on AM770 to discuss the PR problem currently surrounding the oil sands.

John Hofmeister, the former president of Shell Oil, describes in his book the lamentable inability of the industry to get its message out to a public. Pat Nelson, vice chair of IOSA, agrees.