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Wellsite construction : guidelines for no-strip and reduced disturbance

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In an effort to reduce cumulative impacts to land, industry has increasingly been using no-strip or reduced disturbance construction on natural landscapes, such as prairie and forested areas, and... More ≫

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In an effort to reduce cumulative impacts to land, industry has increasingly been using no-strip or reduced disturbance construction on natural landscapes, such as prairie and forested areas, and on cultivated land. Inappropriate use of these practices can result in damage to soils and vegetation. This fact sheet provides guidance for implementation of these practices to assure the best environmental outcomes.

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Standard detailed site assessment forms for wellsite certification

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Includes the Standard Detailed Site Assessment forms to streamline the certification process.

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Reclamation certificate application fees for wellsites and associated facilities and access roads - 2001 update

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This information letter clarifies how fees will be applied to reclamation certificate applications for wellsites, oil production sites or batteries and their associated facilities.

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Wellsite reclamation certificate application form

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Explains changes made to the Wellsite Reclamation Certificate Application Form in the revised 2001 version. Includes a copy of the revised form.

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Pre-construction assessment report for wellsites

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter... More ≫

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In February and March 1998, public meetings were held in 10 locations throughout Alberta to discuss reclamation criteria and the certification process for wellsites. This information letter discusses one of the recommendations that resulted from this meeting, namely that pre-construction reports be provided to affected landowners.

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Sample abandonment letter for wellsites

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This information letter provides a sample abandonment letter that wellsite operators can use to notify landowners that a well is being abandoned, prior to closure of the well.

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Reclamation certification process for wellsites

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Alberta Land Conservation and Reclamation Council conservation and reclamation information letter on Reclamation Certificate Process For Wellsites

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Guidelines for reclamation to forest vegetation in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region

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The cost-effective creation of sustainable reclaimed ecosystems similar to those found in the Athabasca Oil Sands region requires detailed planning of landscapes, soils, vegetation, and... More ≫

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The cost-effective creation of sustainable reclaimed ecosystems similar to those found in the Athabasca Oil Sands region requires detailed planning of landscapes, soils, vegetation, and technologies. Guidelines for Reclamation to Forest Forest Vegetation in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region provide a process for establishing commercial forests similar to ecosite phase vegetation of the Central Mixed Wood Sub-Region of the Boreal Forest. This information letter provides a brief introduction to the process and its uses.

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Crown petroleum and natural gas rights : changes to identification of major surface concerns on private land

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This information letter provides notice that Alberta Environmental Protection no longer places addenda on private land with respect to potential surface access restrictions.

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Voluntary shut down criteria for construction activity or operations

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This information letter describes the criteria for voluntary shut down of any construction activity or operations on specified land during spring break-up or adverse whether conditions. Specified... More ≫

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This information letter describes the criteria for voluntary shut down of any construction activity or operations on specified land during spring break-up or adverse whether conditions. Specified land includes pipelines, wellsites and oil production sites, sand and gravel pits, roadways and other industrial activities that disturb the surface of the land.

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