Seeking Cost-effective Biocides for the Treatment of Sulfate-reducing Bacteria in Source Waters

Cenovus Energy, one of Canada’s leading energy producers and a key player in the global oil market, is seeking novel, cost‑effective methods for the treatment of sulfate‑reducing bacteria (SRB) in source waters used for drilling water treatment. This treatment could involve chemical methods or alternatives to chemical addition, including biological or physical control methods.

Approaches of Interest:

• Approaches offering cost-effective alternatives to current biocides used for drilling water treatment.
• Chemical, biological, and physical control methods ...