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Alberta coal mining wastewater guidelines

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These guidelines are a general reference for wastewater management at new and existing coal mining operations. Alberta Environmental Protection's expectations for the collection, treatment and... More ≫

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These guidelines are a general reference for wastewater management at new and existing coal mining operations. Alberta Environmental Protection's expectations for the collection, treatment and disposal of mine wastewaters are described. Relevant sections of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) that must be followed by coal mine operators are outlined. These guidelines describe the types of mine wastewaters generated and how they should be managed. Included are guidelines pertaining to settling pond design requirements, the use of wastewater treatment chemicals, and general comments on areas of wastewater management that require particular attention. Typical EPEA approval requirements for mine wastewater release limits, monitoring, and reporting are discussed. This document is intended for general reference only.

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Compliance and enforcement approach for conservation and reclamation of oil and gas activities

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This information letter applies to pipelines, oil wells, gas wells, oil production sites, batteries and any facilities associated with the activities. It clarifies who is considered to the... More ≫

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This information letter applies to pipelines, oil wells, gas wells, oil production sites, batteries and any facilities associated with the activities. It clarifies who is considered to the operator for the purposes of compliance and enforcement under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. it also provides a brief overview of compliance and enforcement tools under the Act.

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Enforcement program for the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act

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A report on Enforcement of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act September 1994.

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