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Enhanced approval process (EAP) manual

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The Enhanced Approval Process (EAP) incorporates processes, procedures, policies and information technology systems and tools to create a streamlined, efficient and effective approval process that... More ≫

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The Enhanced Approval Process (EAP) incorporates processes, procedures, policies and information technology systems and tools to create a streamlined, efficient and effective approval process that enables and supports competitiveness and sustainable resource development. The EAP is the first step in a long-term commitment on behalf of government and industry to work together with real and shared accountability for delivering sustainable, long-term environmental outcomes.

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Directive on use of approvals to allow riverbed armouring to provide scour protection for pipelines

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This Directive establishes the policy and identifies the circumstances under which Alberta Environment and Parks or the Alberta Energy Regulator will consider applications for riverbed armouring... More ≫

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This Directive establishes the policy and identifies the circumstances under which Alberta Environment and Parks or the Alberta Energy Regulator will consider applications for riverbed armouring of pipelines that do not meet scour depth requirements under the Code of Practice for Pipelines and Telecommunication Lines Crossing a Water Body. The policy intent is to provide some flexibility for pipelines installed prior to the adoption of the Code while maintaining public safety and minimizing ecological risk.

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Subleasing miscellaneous leases, pipeline installation leases and surface material leases using section 146(4) of the Public Lands Administration Regulation (PLAR)

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This guide provides clarity around the process for subleasing miscellaneous leases, pipeline installation leases, surface material leases, and mineral surface lease. It establishes regulatory... More ≫

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This guide provides clarity around the process for subleasing miscellaneous leases, pipeline installation leases, surface material leases, and mineral surface lease. It establishes regulatory alignment under the provisions of the Public Lands Act and Public Lands Administration Regulation (PLAR). It provides the policy context and process to Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) and the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) staff regarding subleasing and it incorporates existing best practices.

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Accepted practices for hardening pipeline crossings to provide scour protection

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This directive establishes direction for managing notifications submitted under the code of practice with respect to armoring the bed and bank of water bodies where the pipeline is not meeting... More ≫

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This directive establishes direction for managing notifications submitted under the code of practice with respect to armoring the bed and bank of water bodies where the pipeline is not meeting scour depth requirement.

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Hydrostatic testing of pipelines

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Parties responsible for hydrostatic testing must ensure they are in compliance with pertinent legislation, including the requirements of the codes of practice and other applicable legislation.... More ≫

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Parties responsible for hydrostatic testing must ensure they are in compliance with pertinent legislation, including the requirements of the codes of practice and other applicable legislation. This fact sheet describes the two codes of practice that apply to hydrostatic testing, and when these codes of practice apply.

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A guide to the code of practice for pits

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This guide explains how sand, gravel, clay or marl pits that are five hectares (12.5 acres) or larger on private land are regulated through the Code of Practice for Pits.

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Green area no longer part of pipeline index calculation for Class I pipelines

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Explains changes to legislation to exempt pipelines in the Green Area from the requirement to obtain an approval under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. The Green Area is forested... More ≫

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Explains changes to legislation to exempt pipelines in the Green Area from the requirement to obtain an approval under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. The Green Area is forested public land managed by Alberta Sustainable Resource Development under the Public Lands Act.

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Two-year trial of pipeline reclamation assessment criteria

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Information letter announcing the implementation of a draft reclamation assessment criteria for pipelines on a two-year trial basis. In the Winter of 1999/2000 the Alberta Pipeline Environmental... More ≫

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Information letter announcing the implementation of a draft reclamation assessment criteria for pipelines on a two-year trial basis. In the Winter of 1999/2000 the Alberta Pipeline Environmental Steering Committee endorsed the draft criteria and recommended that Alberta Environment accept them for trial use.

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Pipeline reclamation certificate applications

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Under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and the Conservation and Reclamation Regulation, pipeline operators must obtain a reclamation certificate following abandonment of a... More ≫

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Under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and the Conservation and Reclamation Regulation, pipeline operators must obtain a reclamation certificate following abandonment of a pipeline, unless exempted by the Regulation. This information letter provides an overview of the application and certification process.

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Liability for contamination on upstream oil and gas sites

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Provides information on the regulatory framework for liability for upstream oil and gas sites, such as well sites, oil production sites, pipelines and batteries, that have some contamination above... More ≫

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Provides information on the regulatory framework for liability for upstream oil and gas sites, such as well sites, oil production sites, pipelines and batteries, that have some contamination above acceptable environmental standards or that demonstrate adverse effects.

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