What steps do I need to take to get a reclamation certificate for an upstream oil and gas site?
Alberta Environment’s Upstream Oil and Gas Reclamation and Remediation Program ensures upstream well sites are returned to a productive state. When a site is no longer productive, the company who owns the well or pipeline applies for a reclamation certificate from Alberta Environment for private land or Alberta Sustainable Resource Development for public land. Each application must include an assessment of contamination and if contamination is present, a report detailing how contaminants were remediated and surface issues were addressed. If all standards are met, the company is issued a reclamation certificate. Alberta Environment consulted with landowners, industry and other affected stakeholders to identify how the Upstream Oil and Gas Reclamation Program could be improved. Alberta Environment is committed to ongoing improvement of the program and will continue to consult with stakeholder groups to meet their needs and protect the environment. The Alberta Environment Guideline,Upstre
