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Across the Board Archive
Feb/Mar 2012 PDF version
Key updates incorporated into petroleum incident support plan
MEG receives conditional approval for in situ expansion
OWA recognized for environmental work
January 2012 PDF version
ERCB brings world-class leadership to oil and gas regulation
Webpage provides industry with compliance information
ERCB ruling to maximize future bitumen recovery
October/November 2011 PDF version
AGS maps Alberta's groundwater future
Board Member named Chairman of IOGCC International Committee
Well-spacing changes enhance conservation of oil and gas resources
September 2011 PDF version
ADR team works to find solutions in conflict
ERCB reputation leads Board Member to South America
New AMU packs more solar power
June 2011 PDF version
Conventional crude drilling rises: report
ERCB pipeline expert receives CSA Award of Merit
ERCB helps launch multi-regulator Web site
April/May 2011 PDF version
New toll-free ERCB Customer Contact Number: 1-855-297-8311
International visitors beating a path to ERCB’s door
March 2011 PDF version
Regulatory legend cuts ribbon on new ERCB hearing room
Panels render decisions on gas, oil sands applications
ERCB takes stakeholder engagement to new level
January 2011 PDF version
New Board Member a leader in stakeholder engagement
Viewer offers easy access to approval data
ERCB conditionally approves final tailings plans
November/December 2010 PDF version
ERCB makes moves to enhance framework for unconventional resources
ERCB takes a more active role in technology development
Solution gas flaring, venting continue to fall in Alberta
October 2010 PDF Version
ERCB launches new document category with release of Manual 001
Conditions part of TOTAL upgrader approval
Shell, Imperial tailings plans approved, with conditions
September 2010 PDF Version
New Board Members join ERCB
ERCB begins move to new building
Record low pipeline failures, higher industry compliance: ST57
ERCB Chairman’s Award given to three teams
June 2010 PDF Version
Fourteen per cent rise in oil sands output: ERCB reserves report
ERCB approves Sullivan Creek application, with numerous conditions
ERCB approves Suncor plan for reducing fl uid tailings, with conditions
May 2010 PDF Version
Caution needed when working around oil and gas facilities
Jack Ebbels name lives on in scholarship
New directive on pipelines consolidates several ERCB docs
ERCB playing a part in energy literacy
April 2010 PDF Version
ERCB approves Fort Hills, Syncrude tailings pond plans
Industry acting on fuel gas efficiency: ERCB report
March 2010 PDF Version
Jack Ebbels remembered
New roadmap for ERCB
February 2010 PDF Version
ERCB amends well spacing requirements
When the world comes a knocking
Feeling Olympic heat: three from ERCB carry the torch
November/December 2009 PDF Version
ERCB changes modelling parameters in response to court ruling
ERCB regulates most of West's energy infrastructure
Pathogens not an issue in drilling fluid: report
October 2009 PDF Version
Non-saline water absent in production from coal zones: report
Revised version of shallow fracturing directive released
Oil sands operators file tailings pond plans
September 2009
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ERCB reorganizes to meet the needs of Alberta’s energy future
Theresa Watson becomes newest Board Member
Sulphur reductions at sour gas plants continue: report
June 2009
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ERCB foresees surge in bitumen production over next decade
ERCB plants trees to pay tribute to Martha Kostuch
May/June 2009
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Inspections up, sulphur emissions down in 2008: ERCB report
The ERCB seeks feedback on draft directive
April 2009
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New air monitoring unit is more energy efficient, rugged
ERCB named among best workplaces for new Canadians
March 2009
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Draft directive targets water use in oil sands in situ projects
Draft directive aimed at protecting water bodies
ERCB issues three major oil sands initiatives in three months
January/February 2009
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ERCB releases major directives on oil sands
NGL inquiry decision released
A bit of ERCB in Canada's gold medal win
November/December 2008 PDF Version
New requirements part of regulatory evolution: McFadyen
New regulations for auditing volumetric data
Former Board Member receives award
October 2008
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ERCB welcomes new COO-Trevor Dark is "honoured" to be working at the ERCB
ERCB receives recognitions
September 2008
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Sulphur emissions, flaring and venting in downward trend
Committee awarded for work in public safety
June 2008
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Bitumen production increases, continues to surpass conventional
Provincial summary shows industry complying with regulations
May 2008
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Monitoring a moving mountain
New report a one-stop source on regulatory initiatives
ERCB sniffing out groundwater
April 2008
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Government names new ERCB Board members
ERCB issues draft directive on oil sands mining
Directive 071 gets an overhaul
February/March 2008
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Meet ERCB Chairman Dan McFadyen
ERCB and AENV collaborate to protect groundwater
November/December 2007
PDF Version
New regulatory agencies emerge
EUB scientist named Nobel Laureate
October 2007
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New EUB chairman takes action on security issues
EUB high-tech air monitoring units sniff out leaks
September 2007
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Discovery Channel tunes into AGS
Solution gas flaring and venting down from historic levels
Overall sulphur emissions down
June 2007
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EUB completes historic sour gas initiative - Committee's 87 recommendations now implemented
Provincial summary shows industry meeting regulations
Bitumen production continues to surpass conventional: EUB report
April/May 2007
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EUB success in reducing flaring and venting featured in BBC documentary, "Billion Dollar Bonfire"
EUB issues decision on legal entitlement of coalbed methane
EUB completes base of groundwater protection study
March 2007
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Future could see regional hearings
Provincial/federal joint panel approves Kearl Oil Sands Project
Setting the world standard in flaring reduction
January/February 2007
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After nine years at the helm, EUB Chairman Neil McCrank is set to retire
AGS releases water chemistry study
EUB Land Challenge receives positive reviews
December 2006 PDF Version
The EUB takes a look back to 2006
EUB documentary revisits regulatory roots
November 2006
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EUB approves Suncor's $7 billion oil sands development
EUB adds new EnerFAQs to series
EUB has role to play in CO
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enhanced oil recovery in Alberta
October 2006
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Land Challenge Pilot Projects Planned for Innisfail and Carstairs Areas
EUB launches Public Safety Group
Solution gas flaring, venting drop sharply in recent years
September 2006
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EUB enjoys awards-winning streak
EUB bolsters commingling regulations
Sulphur emissions reduced at sour gas plants
ADR offers a proven method to resolve disputes
June 2006 PDF version
Forty years of oil sands production leaves bitumen reserve largely untapped
EUB Releases Provincial Surveillance and Compliance Summary
April/May 2006 PDF version
Protecting Alberta's Critical Energy Infrastructure
Bulletin 2005-31 implemented as one-year utility pilot project
EUB High Level office redesignated as field centre
March 2006 PDF version
Busting the myths behind CBM
EUB Directive 027: Shallow Fracturing Operations now in effect
January/February 2006 PDF version
Compliance Assurance - Enforcement Directive now in effect
EUB General Counsel honoured with Queen's Counsel appointment
Frequently Asked Compliance Assurance Initiative Questions
November/December 2005 PDF version
Rolling on the river
EUB releases final bitumen conservation decision
Alberta response to hurricane results in additional 2384 cubic meters of oil per day to U.S.
EUB Customer Contact Centre now open
October 2005 PDF version
Bitumen is big business
Solution gas venting down 18 per cent, flaring down 9 per cent in 2004
EUB releases Alberta energy reserves and supply/demand outlook
EUB protects taxpayers from oil and gas liabilities
September 2005 PDF version
Trying to predict another Frank Slide
EUB releases findings and recommendations from Acclaim Acheson blowout investigation
Sulphur emissions down at Alberta sour gas plants
June/July 2005 PDF version
EUB inspections up in 2004: industry compliance at record levels
EUB enhances financial oversight of utilities
EUB approves need for Calgary-Edmonton transmission development
May 2005 PDF version
New Initiatives for Stakeholder Input
EUB Reaches Out to Municipalities and Health Authorities
Utilities Stakeholder Consultation Inaugural Meeting June 15
March/April 2005
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EUB and NEB Ultimate Gas Potential Study
Ensuring fairness through EUB utility hearings
February 2005
PDF version
Synergy conference brings people and ideas together
Ensuring fairness through EUB hearings
January 2005 PDF version
Specialized EUB staff dedicated to improving facilitation process
The balancing act of utilities regulation: Applications
December 2004
PDF version
EUB leads the way in high-tech field surveillance
Part 2: ercb_processes series - Energy Applications
September/October 2004
PDF version
The role of the regulator in energy development
SPOG Neighbour's Day a great success
July/August 2004
PDF version
Sour Gas: Public Safety Is Never Compromised
Field Surveillance Reports Higher Industry Compliance
June 2004 PDF version
EUB Releases Reserves Report: Crude Bitumen Production Exceeds Conventional Oil by 50%
Sale of ATCO Retail Business to Direct Energy Sale of ATCO Retail Business to Direct Energy
EUB Decision Protects Bitumen for Future Generations of Albertans
May 2004 PDF version
EUB sour gas development planning and proliferation bulletin released
EUB releases flaring and venting report
April 2004 PDF version
Albertans consulted on coalbed methane
EUB updates requirements for sweet to sour pipeline conversion
March 2004 PDF version
Joint Provincial/Federal Review Panels issue reports on $10.5 billion worth of oil sands projects
Alberta kids electrified by new activity booklet
February 2004
PDF version
Utility landscape reflects restructuring:
Recent EUB decisions
Polaris decision highlights fairness of ercb_process
Utility landscape reflects restructuring: Recent EUB decisions
Polaris decision highlights fairness of ercb_process
2003: A record-setting year
January 2004
PDF version
Synergy Supporting Synergy:
EUB-sponsored synergy roundtable a success
Building long-term relationships through participant involvement
November/December 2003
PDF version
Coalbed methane and the EUB's role
Red Deer Field Centre officially opens new offices
Applications reach record levels
October 2003
PDF version
EUB successfully abandons Peace River wells
EUB to share flaring success with developing countries
September 2003
PDF version
EUB honoured in Blackfoot naming ceremonies
New legislation gives EUB broader powers
EUB opens Fort McMurray Regional Office
August 2003
PDF version
EUB orders distribution refund for Aquila customers
Applications are an important business function: record numbers in facilities, resources, and operations received last quarter
July 2003
PDF version
In the eye of the storm, once more - Neil McCrank, Chairman, EUB Field Surveillance summary reports industry compliance improves in 2002.
June 2003
PDF version
EUB releases 2002 Reserves Report: Crude bitumen exceeds conventional oil production by 25 per cent
New regional office in Fort McMurray to bolster EUB presence
May 2003
PDF version
EUB Publishes Public Safety and Sour Gas Annual Progress Report 2003
ADR Provides Solid Second Year Results
April 2003
PDF version
Complaint process results in $75 credit for some customers
EUB air monitoring covering new ground
March 2003
PDF version
EUB's world-class core research centre
Field Surveillance Inspection System
February 2003
PDF version
EUB tracks electricity sector growth and plans for the future
EUB offers electronic solutions
January 2003
PDF version
New complaint process in place for EPCOR's RRO customers in the Aquila service area
Enforcement ladders key tool in industry compliance
December 2002
PDF version
Hay-Zama Wildland Park: EUB plays role in protecting special area
Public involvement and building positive relationships
November 2002 PDF version
The EUB's Field Surveillance Role in Alberta's Energy Industry
Youth and Energy Development Initiative is educating and entertaining Alberta kids
October 2002 PDF version
EUB takes action on customer concerns about electricity bills
Petroleum Registry offers new approach for electronic information filing
September 2002 PDF version
EUB releases 2001 flaring and venting industry performance report
EUB receives evaluation report on public safety and sour gas
August 2002 PDF version
Stakeholder Engagement Key to Relevant Regulations
EUB Issues Report on Alberta's Energy Reserves
July 2002 PDF version
Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) Annual Report highlights successful year
EUB Implements New Licensee Liability Rating Program
May/June 2002 PDF version
EUB Reports On Public Safety and Sour Gas Project
Monthly Gas Rate Provides Clearer Price Signal To Consumers
March/April 2002 PDF version
EUB Publishes Informational Letter On Minimizing Surface Disturbances in Native Prairie and Parkland Areas
January 2002 PDF version
EUB Further Facilitates Customer Choice
EUB Signs Agreement with Princeton University
November/ December 2001 PDF version
EUB Enforcement Ladders Review Shows High Industry Compliance with Regulations
Wind Power - A Growing Alternative
October 2001 PDF version
Industry Compliance Record Improves
EUB Issues Reasons for Denial of ATCO Gas's Proposed Sale of Producing Properties
June/July 2001 PDF version
Alberta's Energy Resource Picture
Updates to Rules of Practice and Intervener Funding
May 2001 PDF version
EUB Releases Plans for Public Safety and Sour Gas Implementation
Recent Decision Sheds Light on Important Issues
April 2001 PDF version
The EUB Acts on Natural Gas Price Issues
EUB Announces Board Order System
February 2001 PDF version
Synergy Groups Sitting at a Common Table Before Development
Alberta's Oil Sands - A Sleeping Giant Awakens
January 2001 PDF version
EUB Has Blueprint for Change to Sour Gas Development Practices EUB Launches Appropriate Dispute Resolution Program
November/December 2000
PDF version
Significant Changes to Energy Development Application Guide
EUB Review Shows Improved Industry Proactive Compliance
October 2000
PDF version
Field Inspections Key to Compliance Expectations
EUB Response to Public Complaints
September 2000 PDF version
A Commitment to Timeliness
Technology Initiatives at the EUB
July/August 2000 PDF version
Navigating the EUB
TransAlta's Electric Distribution System Sold
June 2000 PDF version
The Real Story on Pipeline Performance
EUB Advisory Committee: A Window for Stakeholder Input
May 2000
PDF version
EUB Denies Request for Ludwig Inquiry
"Gas over Bitumen" The Conservation Challenge Continues
April 2000
PDF version
Expanded Orphan Program Will Ensure Proper Petroleum Facility Site Cleanup
Feedback Positive on Wainwright Field Centre Open House
March 2000
PDF version
Public Sour Gas Safety Review to Recommend Regulatory Blueprint
Springtime Means Changes to Natural Gas Rates
February 2000 PDF version
EUB Reviewing Sulphur Recovery Guidelines for Grandfathered Gas Plants
Getting to Win/Win: Update on New Dispute Resolution Project
1998-99 Field Surveillance Report Highlights: Spills and Releases
January 2000 PDF version
EUB Launches Monthly Newsletter
After Extensive Public Consultation, EUB Implements New Flaring Guidelines
1998-99 Field Surveillance Report Highlights: Enforcement and Inspection Activity
