"Non UBC"@en . "DSpace"@en . "British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium"@en . "University of British Columbia. Norman B. Keevil Institute of Mining Engineering"@en . "British Columbia Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation"@en . "Macgregor, Edwin Robert, 1931-"@en . "2010-02-19T00:06:28Z"@en . "1982"@en . "https://circle.library.ubc.ca/rest/handle/2429/20478?expand=metadata"@en . "Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation KEYNOTE ADDRESS BRITISH COLUMBIA'S ENERGY REVIEW PROCESS by E.R. Macgregor Energy Resources Division Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Note: The text of Mr. Macgregor's address was not available for publication, however, an outline of his presentation notes are included. 7 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation THE ENERGY REVIEW PROCESS CONTEXT - Utilities Commission Act - Regulated Projects ENERGY REVIEW PROCESS - Purpose - Procedures - \"Disposition\" Options - Inter-Agency Framework ENERGY PROJECT CERTIFICATE - Requirements - Application Process - Pre-Application - Application ENERGY REMOVAL CERTIFICATE - Purpose - Requirements - Handling 9 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation UTILITIES COMMISSION ACT KEY FUNCTIONS 1. Approval of major, \"regulated\" energy projects - energy project certificate - energy operation certificate 2. Approval of energy removals from the province - energy removal certificate 3. Regulation of public utilities - B.C. Utilities Commission responsibilities and authority - gas utilities - electricity - B.C. Hydro 10 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation \"REGULATED ENERGY PROJECTS UNDER PART 2 (SECTION 16) OF THE ACT \"Regulated projects\" are defined according to the amount of energy used or involved in production or transmission. This includes new projects and additions to existing projects falling within defined limits, as follows: Transmission Lines - 500 kV or higher Pipelines - capable of transporting 16 pj per year Transshipment or - capable of storing 3 pj energy equivalent Storage Facilities to 482,000 barrels of crude oil or 2.8 billion cubic feet of natural gas Electricity - a hydro or thermal power plant, or an addition to a plant, of 20 MW or higher Energy Use - any new project capable of using 3 pj per year, or the addition of 3 pj to an exist- ing project Other - an undertaking of any kind that the Lieutenant Governor in Council designates to be significant in the matter of energy 11 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation ENERGY REVIEW PROCESS - The \"Energy Review Process\" describes the process for review of applications under the Utilities Commission Act. - Intended to evaluate proposals for development and use of B.C.'s energy resources, primarily in terms of energy and environment policies. Aim is toward integration and streamlining. - The process is used to work with applicants and to assist Ministers in making \"Disposition Decisions\" under Section 19 of the above Act. Decisions set subsequent course. 12 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation 13 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation DISPOSITION: OPTION 1 REVIEW BY COMMISSION/DECISION BY CABINET SECTION 19 (1)(a) - Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, with the concur- rence of the Minister of Environment, may refer the application to BCDC for review according to Terms of Reference specified by the Ministers. The Terms of Reference may include a requirement that the Commission recommend whether or not a Pollution Control Permit and/or Water Licence be issued. - Commission conducts a public hearing on the application according to its own procedures. - Commission's report and recommendations are submitted to Cabinet. - Cabinet decides upon issuance of an Energy Project Certificate and, where appropriate, a Pollution Control Permit and/or Water Licence. Terms and conditions may be specified. - Upon completion of construction, and substantial compliance with the Energy Project Certificate, Cabinet issues an Energy Operation Certificate, with any necessary terms and conditions. 14 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation DISPOSITION: OPTION 2 REVIEW AND DECISION BY COMMISSION SECTION 19 (1)(b) - Where a public utility applies for an Energy Project Certificate, the Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources may refer the application to the Commission to be considered under Part 3 of the Act. - The Commission, at its discretion, may hold a public hearing on the application. - If approved, the Commission issues a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity with terms and conditions required in the public interest. - The Commission is responsible for ongoing regulation of any public utility operating in the province. DISPOSITION: OPTION 3 EXEMPTION SECTION 19 (1)(C) - Minister of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources, with concurrence of the Minister of Environment, may order that the construction and operation of a project be exempt from some or all of the provisions of the Act. - Terms and conditions may be specified by the Ministers. 15 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation 16 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation ENERGY PROJECT CERTIFICATE REGULATION 388/80 REQUIREMENTS 1. Description of Applicant 2. Project Description a. Purpose, costs, and ancillary facilities. b. Timetable. c. Public works, undertakings, or infrastructure. d. Environmental and socio-economic impact assessment and pro- posals for minimizing negative impacts and maximizing positive impacts. 3. Project Justification a. Studies of technical, economic, and financial feasibility. b. A study estimating the value of all project costs and benefits and their distribution. 4. Ancillary Applications Approvals, permits, licences required under Pollution Control Act, Water Act, and other statutes. 5. Public Consultation Program 6. Other Information as Required 17 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation 18 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation PRE-APPLICATION PHASE PROSPECTUS Concise resume of: 1. Project description 2. Project rationale 3. Proposed preliminary studies PRELIMINARY PLANNING REPORT 1. Preliminary environmental and socio-economic impact assessment. 2. Preliminary procurement plan. 3. Terms of reference for detailed studies. 4. Description of public consultation program. 5. Preliminary list of approvals, licences, and permits required. 19 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation APPLICATION PHASE 1. Application Description 2. Project Description - description, purpose, costs, and timetable - ancillary facilities and infrastructure 3. Environmental and Socio-economic Impact Assessment - summarize results of preliminary impact assessment of alternative locations and selection of preferred location(s) - assess impacts associated with preferred location(s) and present proposals for reducing negative impacts and obtaining maximum benefits from positive impacts - outline plans and procedures for site-specific impact, mitigation and/or compensation - outline plans and procedures for clean-up, revegetation, reclama- tion, and abandonment (as appropriate) 4. Project Justification - energy supply and demand forecasts - technical feasibility information - financial feasibility information - procurement plan - benefits and costs information 5. Ancillary Applications - list of all approvals, permits or licences required - indication of simultaneous applications under the Pollution Control Act and Water Act 20 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation 6. Public Consultation - report on public information and consultation program 7\u00E2\u0080\u00A2 Other Information - as requested by the Minister 21 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation ENERGY REMOVAL CERTIFICATE - certificate required for removal of an energy resource produced, manufactured, or generated within the province, except for exemptions listed in Regulation 385/80 - energy resource is defined as natural gas or oil, all forms of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons, and electricity - application to Minister EVALUATION CRITERIA - efficient use of energy resources - surplus to present and future requirements for British Columbia 22 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation REGULATION 389/80 - REQUIREMENTS 1. Description of Applicant 2. Energy Removal - type, quantity, and source - duration - market, price, and means of delivery - facilities and infrastructure - rationale for surplus 3. Other Information - as requested by the Minister 23 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation 24 Proceedings of the 6th Annual British Columbia Mine Reclamation Symposium in Vernon, BC, 1982. The Technical and Research Committee on Reclamation CURRENT PROJECTS Electrical Generation Projects Electrical Transmission Projects Gas Transmission Projects Petrochemical Proposals LNG Proposals Removal Applications Related \"Applied Research\" problem solving, and procedural projects 25"@en . "Conference Paper"@en . "10.14288/1.0042063"@en . "eng"@en . "Unreviewed"@en . "Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library"@en . "Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International"@en . "http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/"@en . "Other"@en . "Keynote address : British Columbia's energy review process"@en . "Text"@en . "http://hdl.handle.net/2429/20478"@en .