Carbon pricing could cost the oil sands less than 50 cents a barrel on average in 2030
Estimated net carbon costs per barrel for oil sands faciliites after tax and royalty deductions ($/bbl)
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20262030
In 2026, the average cost of carbon pricing for oil sands facilities is $0.09 per barrel, ranging from a low of -$0.71 to a high of $1.25. In 2030, the average cost of carbon pricing for oil sands facilities is $0.47 per barrel, ranging from a low of -$2.23 per barrel to a high of $3.91 per barrel.