LMR Program Changes, Public Notice Requirements and Disposal Applications
Disposal Wells
May 31, 2016
This June 2016 newsletter summarizes AER Bulletin 2016-16 and changes to the LMR program, including measures intended to adjust abandonment and reclamation liability calculations. It also covers Saskatchewan public notice requirements under Directive PNG008, special drilling spacing units in Alberta, a new AER reclamation certificate application process, and changes affecting Class IIB and Class III disposal well application requirements.
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