Safety & Enforcement
Soggy Sites in Northeast Alberta
June was a wet month for many Albertans. Oil and gas sites in the uppe…
June rainfall across Alberta was heavier than usual, leaving communities soaking wet and, in a few unfortunate cases, flooded in.
The Snow Must Go On
Polar vortex or not, AER field inspectors brave the elements to ensure…
The temperature gauge on the dashboard reads 34 degrees below zero as our truck winds through quiet Gratton Coulee near Wainwright, Alberta. There isn’t much that can lure people outdoors in this… Read more
Making the FIRST Call
Julie St. Louis says AER’s emergency response team is prepared for any…
Not all emergency responders arrive with the blare of sirens and tricoloured lights. This is certainly true when it comes to the Alberta Energy Regulator’s (AER) emergency response team, otherwise… Read more
This is Gonna be a Gas
A first-timer’s journey into the world of sour gas preparedness
On any given workday, you'll find me in the comfort of my cubicle, researching best regulatory practices and sharing what I learn with decision makers at the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). This work… Read more
Snakes on the Plains
Those working around Medicine Hat face a very unique, slithery hazard
They slither, they slide, they hiss, they rattle, they bite, and, for many people, they are scary. Fear of snakes ranks high on the list of common fears and some research suggests that humans are… Read more
Preparing for the Worst
Syncrude, regulators test ability to respond to an emergency
As in any other day, technicians working in the control room at Syncrude's Mildred Lake oil sands mine check to see that everything is operating the way that it should be. All of a sudden, an alarm… Read more
Wells: Where are they now?
AER video series explores how aging infrastructure is managed in Alber…
When we speak with Albertans, one of the top concerns raised about energy development is aging infrastructure and ensuring that land is returned to its original state o
The Language of Chaos
The Incident Command System uses a special language. Do you know what…
A catastrophic incident has occurred. First responders from multiple organizations quickly don protective equipment and race to the site in an effort to protect lives and minimize damage. But when so… Read more
Riddle Me This: How is Natural Gas Like Dipping Sa…
Like dipping sauce, natural gas can be sweet or sour—but the latter ca…
I have sweet friends, but I’m nothing like them. I stink, but you can’t always smell me. I can be used in life-giving fertilizers, but I’m a killer. What am I? Answer: I’m sour gas, a natural gas… Read more
The Snow Must Go On
Polar vortex or not, AER field inspectors brave the elements to ensure…
The temperature gauge on the dashboard reads 34 degrees below zero as our truck winds through quiet Gratton Coulee near Wainwright, Alberta. There isn’t much that can lure people outdoors in this… Read more
