MacPhail School of Energy

Diversification of energy is key to a sustainable future. Building off our strengths in oil and gas, SAIT will help shape next-generation energy while giving students the future-proof skills needed to empower future-ready energy.
From our programs to industry partnerships, SAIT is committed to championing change and leading the way towards energy sustainability.
Empowering future-ready energy
At SAIT, we’re proud of our roots in oil and gas. We also know that sustainable energy and technology will be critical to energy security, economic growth and environmental sustainability as the world's population increases and demand for energy continues to rise.
As Canada’s first school of energy, we’re committed to advancing next-generation energy with future-ready learning options for all career stages.
Taught by industry experts, we bring together diverse disciplines to ensure that our graduates are equipped to create energy systems that optimize and connect all viable forms of energy in smart, responsible ways. Join us in tackling the most critical work of our time.
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Our programs
I chose Environmental Technology due to the growing environmental sector in industry, as well as my personal interests in botany, ecology, hydrology and chemistry. If I can take my love of stomping around on mountains into my workplace while bettering the world, I would count that as a success.
Monica Collins
Environmental Technology studentSee for yourself
Whether it's working in the field or in our labs that mimic job site environments, we pride ourselves on delivering industry-informed, hands-on training in energy and environment.
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About us
We're committed to developing future-ready energy as the industry transitions towards environmental sustainability. Join us in tackling the most critical work of our time.
Connecting students and industry
We value our industry partnerships.
Find out how you can connect with talent in the pipeline and impact our future workforce.
You can also find support for your short- and medium-term projects by connecting with our students. It's mutually beneficial - you get the help you need while our students gain real work experience.
Upcoming events and information sessions
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Contact us
MacPhail School of Energy
KA440, Johnson-Cobbe Energy Centre, SAIT Main Campus
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Phone - 403.284.8451
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Phone - 403.284.8262 (fax)

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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta.