The combination of global warming and peak oil has made finding alternative sources of energy more important than ever. Clear and rigorous, Oil Sands Production Processes will prove useful for those scientists and engineers already engaged in fossil fuel science and technology as well as scientists, non-scientists, engineers, and non-engineers who wish to gain a general overview or update of the science and technology of unconventional fossil fuels in general and oil sands in particular. The book not only discusses the production processes but also provides methods which should reduce environmental footprint by properly addressing: Surface Mining and Processing, In Situ Processes, Thermal Cracking and Water Extraction Process Overview of the chemistry, engineering, and technology of oil sands Updates on the evolving processes and new processes Evolving and new environmental regulations regarding oil sands production processes