Mapping the Physical Footprint of Drilling Activity

Evidence-based terrain analysis and ground-impact documentation across Canada's petroleum-support environments

Drillmark Energy studies how sustained operational presence, mechanical contact, and ground penetration leave measurable marks on land surfaces—contributing to responsible planning and long-term environmental stewardship.

Core Research Areas

Comprehensive documentation and analysis of how drilling-support operations transform terrain and influence infrastructure placement requirements.

Surface Mapping

Detailed documentation of ground compression patterns, access track formation, and visible terrain alteration caused by repeated operational activity and equipment movement.

Terrain Change Analysis

Satellite-based and field-level observation of long-term surface transformation, soil displacement, erosion development, and vegetation disruption patterns.

Operational Footprint

Assessment of physical marks left by temporary installations, vehicle traffic, and support equipment—evaluating impact on land stability and infrastructure placement.

Our Approach

Combining satellite observation, field documentation, and terrain modeling to create comprehensive impact profiles.

Satellite-Based Observation

Multi-temporal satellite imagery analysis to track surface changes, vegetation loss, and access corridor development over extended operational periods.

Field-Level Documentation

On-site terrain assessment including soil core analysis, compression measurement, water flow redirection, and physical marking documentation.

Impact Modeling

Integration of observation data to model long-term terrain transformation, recovery timelines, and infrastructure stability implications.

Evidence-Based Reporting

Detailed technical documentation supporting responsible land-use planning, reclamation strategy development, and environmental compliance.

What We Document

Comprehensive analysis of physical terrain changes resulting from petroleum-support operations.

Ground Compression

Measurement of soil compaction depth, density changes, and load-bearing capacity alterations caused by heavy equipment and sustained vehicle traffic.

Access Track Formation

Documentation of corridor development, surface rutting, vegetation clearing width, and long-term pathway persistence across terrain types.

Water Flow Redirection

Analysis of drainage pattern changes, pooling development, erosion channel formation, and hydrological impact from surface alterations.

Vegetation Disruption

Assessment of plant coverage loss, root system damage, species composition changes, and natural recovery timelines following operational activity.

Soil Displacement

Quantification of earth movement, layer mixing, organic material distribution, and topographical changes resulting from excavation and grading.

Infrastructure Implications

Evaluation of how terrain changes influence placement stability, foundation requirements, and long-term viability of fuel-support installations.

Supporting Responsible Development

Our research contributes to informed decision-making across multiple operational and environmental domains.

Site Planning Support
Reclamation Strategy
Environmental Compliance
Infrastructure Planning

Land-Use Analysis

Understanding terrain impact patterns enables more informed site selection, corridor routing, and temporary installation placement—minimizing unnecessary surface disruption while maintaining operational efficiency.

Recovery Planning

Documenting the depth and extent of physical terrain changes supports realistic reclamation timelines, appropriate remediation techniques, and evidence-based restoration target setting.

Explore Our Research Capabilities

Access detailed terrain mapping, environmental analysis, and infrastructure planning documentation developed through comprehensive field and satellite-based research.