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Alberta Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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This document focuses on Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, the process used to develop them, and the manner in which they should be applied. Alberta's framework for the... More ≫

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This document focuses on Tier 1 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines, the process used to develop them, and the manner in which they should be applied. Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three management options are provided: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Exposure Control. Tier 1 remediation guidelines are generic; that is, they are developed to protect sites at the more sensitive end of the range and can therefore be used at most sites without modification.

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Alberta Tier 2 soil and groundwater remediation guidelines

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three... More ≫

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Alberta's framework for the management of contaminated sites is designed to achieve three policy outcomes: pollution prevention, health protection, and productive use. Under this framework, three management options are provided: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Exposure Control. Under Tier 2 it may be possible to screen out certain exposure pathways and/or modify the Tier 1 guidelines on the basis of site conditions. This companion document describes how the Tier 2 approach might be used to develop remediation objectives for a site.

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Environmental Protection Security Fund annual report

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act... More ≫

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The purpose of the fund is to hold security deposits to assure satisfactory land reclamation will be carried out pursuant to approvals under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA). When conditions of the approval are met and a reclamation certificate is issued, the funds are returned to the depositor.

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Guide to excluding the domestic use aquifer based on municipal bylaws

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Under the Alberta Tier 1 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines, the protection of the Domestic Use Aquifer Pathway must be included for all assessments. Under the Alberta Tier 2 Soil and... More ≫

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Under the Alberta Tier 1 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines, the protection of the Domestic Use Aquifer Pathway must be included for all assessments. Under the Alberta Tier 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines, the applicant is able to reassess the Domestic Use Aquifer Pathway and remove this pathway if there is not a risk to human health or the environment at the location in question. One option to remove this pathway from the assessment of risk is based on the lack of access to the groundwater resource within the municipal boundaries provided the applicant can demonstrate that there is a municipal bylaw in place that prevents access to groundwater to install drinking water wells. This bylaw is deemed an administrative control that protects human health. This Guide outlines the conditions that need to be met for exclusion based on municipal bylaw. It is intended to help parties ensure they are submitting sufficient information for the regulator to review and...

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Remedial action plan guide

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This guide provides information on the requirements of Alberta Environment and Parks for remedial action plans, outlined in the Remediation Regulation, for contaminated sites regulated by the department. More ≫

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This guide provides information on the requirements of Alberta Environment and Parks for remedial action plans, outlined in the Remediation Regulation, for contaminated sites regulated by the department.

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Alberta tier 2 compliance letter guide

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This guide provides instructions concerning the processes for issuing an administrative closure letter for an area of land or a site that meets Alberta Tier 2 guidelines and does not require... More ≫

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This guide provides instructions concerning the processes for issuing an administrative closure letter for an area of land or a site that meets Alberta Tier 2 guidelines and does not require remediation. It outlines the information that must be submitted when applying for a Tier 2 compliance letter under Section 2.5 of the Remediation Regulation.

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Alberta risk management plan guide

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Presents Alberta Environment and Parks policy for risk management plans for contaminated sites in Alberta. This policy applies when assessing exposure control as an option for managing... More ≫

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Presents Alberta Environment and Parks policy for risk management plans for contaminated sites in Alberta. This policy applies when assessing exposure control as an option for managing contaminated land in Alberta. It provides guidance on the Department's and the Alberta Energy Regulator's requirements for risk management plans. This document is intended to be used for the preparation of risk management plans submitted to the Department or Regulator for any type of contaminated site. It outlines the information that must be contained in a complete risk management plan submitted to the Department or Regulator. It is expected to be used by site managers, environmental professionals and project managers who develop, implement and maintain risk management plans for contaminated sites.

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Contaminated sites policy framework [2014]

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands... More ≫

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This document presents the Government of Alberta's policy framework for the management of contaminated sites. It applies when developing and assessing options for management of contaminated lands in Alberta.

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Alberta brownfield redevelopment : practical approaches to achieve productive community use

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active... More ≫

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active potential for productive community use including reuse and full redevelopment." The Working Group analyzed information from Alberta and other jurisdictions, identified issues, created and evaluated options to prepare recommendations and advice for the Minister of Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Municipal Affairs.

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Contaminated sites management : soil remediation guidelines for barite

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Alberta Environment has released revised guidelines for the remediation of barite-contaminated sites. The Barite Soil Remediation Guidelines have been revised to reflect updated toxicity... More ≫

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Alberta Environment has released revised guidelines for the remediation of barite-contaminated sites. The Barite Soil Remediation Guidelines have been revised to reflect updated toxicity information. Assessing Drilling Waste Disposal Areas and the Alberta Tier 1 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines have been revised to incorporate the new barite guidelines.

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