CRIMSON Regulatory and Environmental Consulting

Regulatory Affairs / Facility & Pipeline Approvals Crimson Regulatory and Environmental help streamline your facility and pipeline approvals with our specialized regulatory services.  A critical part of our clients daily business activities includes regulatory compliant operations. At Crimson, we stay ahead of regulatory hurdles to mitigate risks so you can focus on your core business operations. Our team navigates the complex regulatory landscape to ensure compliance and expedite approvals, saving you time and resources.  What we offer: ·       Consult with Client project team ·       Consultation & Notification Letters ·       Equipment spacing review and guidance ·       Application preparation including all required documents ·       Audit Response package requirements ·       Submission of applications, registration and notifications ·       Regulatory exemption and waiver requests ·       Manage Supplemental Information Requests and audits ·       Equipment spacing review and guidance ·       Assist in nonconformance and enforcement issues Our staff is knowledgeable and experienced with licensing and the latest regulations for Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Whether you’re seeking approvals for pipeline expansions or new facilities, our team is committed to providing outcomes that exceed our customers expectations. Please contact us to discuss your project needs and many other services Crimson provides. #RegulatoryAffairs #PipelineApprovals #FacilityApprovals #CrimsonRegulatory #EnvironmentalCompliance #Alberta #BritishColumbia #Saskatchewan #Manitoba https://lnkd.in/g3FMK6n7

Some tips to stay safe from your Reg-ghoul-atory consultants! 🎃 Halloween Safety Tips for a Fun and Secure Celebration 👻 As Halloween approaches, it's essential to prioritize safety while enjoying the festivities! Here are some tips for both trick-or-treaters and homeowners to ensure a memorable night. For Trick-or-Treaters: Costume Safety: Opt for bright, visible costumes. Consider using face paint instead of masks to ensure clear vision. Choose Safe Routes: Stick to well-lit streets and familiar neighborhoods. Avoid shortcuts through dark areas. Buddy System: Always go out with friends or family—kids should be accompanied by an adult. Crossing Streets: Stay alert! Look both ways and use crosswalks. For Homeowners: Brighten Up: Keep your porch and yard well-lit to welcome trick-or-treaters safely. Clear Pathways: Remove obstacles to prevent trips and falls around your property. Candy Safety: Distribute pre-packaged treats to ensure safety. General Tips: Pet Safety: Keep pets indoors to prevent stress or escapes. Fire Precautions: Use LED candles in decorations to minimize fire risks. Emergency Contacts: Keep your phone handy and ensure kids know how to reach you. Let’s celebrate safely and make this Halloween enjoyable for everyone! 🎉🕷️ #HalloweenSafety #TrickOrTreat #CommunitySafety #HalloweenFun

Invitation for Feedback on Revised Liability Directives The Alberta Energy Regulator is seeking your input on proposed changes to key directives as part of the Liability Management Framework. These updates aim to enhance clarity, organization, and alignment with future regulatory requirements. Directives Open for Feedback: Directive 001: Site-Specific Liability Assessments Directive 011: Estimated Liability (formerly Licensee Liability Rating) Directive 088: Licensee Life-Cycle Management Directive 068: Security Deposits Highlights of Proposed Changes: Rescinding outdated directives and consolidating relevant content. Simplified estimation of liability. Enhanced alignment of liability management requirements across facilities. Clarified orphan fund contributions and public access to estimated liability information. 🗓️ Feedback Deadline: November 8, 2024 The AER encourages all stakeholders to participate. Comments can be submitted via the public comment form on the AER website, through email, or by mail. Your insights will help shape the final directives. For more details, including a video presentation, visit the AER website. #LiabilityManagement #AlbertaEnergyRegulator #StakeholderEngagement #Feedback #RegulatoryUpdates https://lnkd.in/gvSAEHyG

Invitation for Feedback on Directive 060 Updates The Alberta Energy Regulator is seeking your input on revisions to Directive 060, which governs flaring, incinerating, and venting in the upstream petroleum industry. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝑹𝒆𝒏𝒖𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔: Streamlined content for clarity. 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔: "General Requirements" consolidates previous guidelines. "Emissions Research and Innovation" introduced. 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔: Qualified person signoff allowed in some cases, reducing the need for AER approval. 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒅 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔: Enhanced criteria for alternative fugitive emissions management programs (Alt-FEMPs). 𝑰𝒏𝒄𝒐𝒓𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔: CSA Z620.3 performance requirements added. 𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔: Updated definitions and relevance to geothermal operations. 🗓️ Feedback Deadline: November 24, 2024 All stakeholders are encouraged to participate. Submit your comments via the public comment form on the website, email, or mail. Your feedback will help shape the final directive and will be part of the public record. For more details, visit the AER website or reach out to methane.reduction@aer.ca. #AlbertaEnergyRegulator #Directive060 #PetroleumIndustry #Feedback #Sustainability #EmissionsManagement https://lnkd.in/g3SAf5GT

New Regulatory Amendments to Reduce Methane Emissions The BC Energy Regulator (BCER) announced updates to regulations aimed at reducing methane emissions from the upstream oil and gas sector. These changes, effective January 1, 2025, align with the CleanBC Roadmap to 2030, which targets a 75% reduction in methane emissions by 2030 and near elimination by 2035. The amendments, which will affect the Drilling and Production Regulation, Oil and Gas Processing Facility Regulation, and Pipeline Regulation, focus on critical emission sources such as compressor seals and pneumatic devices. Key updates include: Automated Monitoring: Required for equipment with high leakage rates. Increased Surveys: More frequent leak detection and repair surveys for large facilities. Stricter Limits and Standards: Tightened venting limits and stricter design and operational standards for new and modified facilities. The BCER will continue to monitor methane research, technological advancements, and federal regulations, and will collaborate through the BC Methane Research Collaborative (MERC) to support research and emission control efforts. Detailed requirements and guidance updates will be provided in the fall of 2024. https://lnkd.in/gcr9EpqJ

🎉 Celebrating 9 Years of Impact! 🌍 Crimson Regulatory and Environmental Consulting is celebrating nine incredible years in the environmental regulatory field. It’s been a journey filled with challenges, growth, and most importantly, the opportunity to make a meaningful difference. Crimson started this venture with a clear vision to help businesses navigate the complexities of environmental regulations while fostering sustainable practices. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with diverse clients, from startups to established corporations, guiding them through compliance and helping them adopt innovative strategies for a greener future. We are deeply grateful to our amazing team, whose dedication and expertise have been the backbone of our success. Together, we’ve tackled numerous projects, turned obstacles into opportunities, and built lasting relationships with our clients. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey—clients, partners, and colleagues. Your support and trust have been invaluable. As we look to the future, we remain committed to our mission: to empower organizations to not only meet regulatory requirements but to lead in sustainability and environmental stewardship. Here’s to many more years of collaboration, innovation, and positive impact! #Anniversary #EnvironmentalConsulting #Sustainability #RegulatoryCompliance #Thankful #LookingAhead https://lnkd.in/g3FMK6n7

Important Update on AUC Rule 018 Amendments 🔍 The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) has released draft amendments to Rule 018: Rules on Negotiated Settlements, aimed at enhancing accessibility and efficiency in settlement processes. Key changes include: Suspension of Approval Requirement: Sections 4(1) and 4(3) are suspended, allowing applicants to initiate settlement negotiations with just a notification to the AUC, streamlining the process. Integration into Rule 001: The AUC proposes to rescind Rule 018, incorporating its provisions into Rule 001. This aims to simplify the steps to commence negotiations and clarify necessary information for settlement agreements. Stakeholder Feedback: The AUC is inviting comments on the draft amendments and broader settlement issues, including potential for Commission-led mediations and enhanced staff participation in negotiations. 📅 Feedback Deadline: Submit your insights by October 25, 2024, via email to engage@auc.ab.ca. For more information and to participate in the consultation, visit the AUC Engage platform. #AUC #UtilitiesRegulation #NegotiatedSettlements #PublicConsultation https://www.auc.ab.ca/

Nine years ago, we made a leap and started a consulting firm. We had three kids at the time and this was a big risk for us. It started slowly but soon we got our first ongoing contract with Allan de Paiva The small consulting firm of just me soon grew and grew, as did our family with the addition of two more kids! CRIMSON Regulatory and Environmental Consulting added our first employee, Shannon Makinson in 2018. We continued to grow until COVID. Through COVID we managed to retain the clients we had and even gain a few new ones. The last few years has seen continual growth with different folks coming and going. Today Crimson is proud to have a team of seven hard working professionals. I could not have done this without the support from Cynthia Cote, P.Eng. and the rest of my family as well as all the hard work from all of the Crimson Team; Christine Kleppe, Shannon Makinson, Amy Clutton, Linda Hurcak, and Diana Meehan

The 2025 AUPRF Call for Proposals, hosted by Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada (PTAC) and the Alberta Upstream Petroleum Research Fund (AUPRF), invites innovators focused on sustainability to submit proposals by November 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM MST. The call seeks solutions that: Reduce Environmental Impact: Address issues related to air emissions, water management, well closure, biodiversity, and site remediation. Drive Cost Savings: Enhance efficiency and profitability in operations. Enhance Value: Develop research and technologies to improve the sustainability and competitiveness of oil and gas production. Proposals should target specific knowledge gaps in the identified priority areas. For questions, contact info@ptac.org. #Sustainability #Innovation #AUPRF #OilAndGas #ResearchFunding https://lnkd.in/g4bgEtsM

$5 Million Cleantech Challenge Launched by NGIF Accelerator! NGIF (Natural Gas Innovation Fund) is an industry-led, industry-funded, granting organization launched by the Canadian Gas Association, seeking to accelerate cleantech innovation in the production, pipeline transmission, and end-use of natural gas. At the Low Carbon Business Action Canada Phase II launch event in Vancouver, NGIF Accelerator announced a $5 million CAD Cleantech Challenge. This initiative aims to support emissions reduction across the natural gas value chain in Canada, focusing on four key areas: Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Methane Management (Measurement, Quantification, and Mitigation) Energy Efficiency and Resiliency Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) The Challenge offers up to $500,000 CAD per project in non-dilutive grant funding, covering up to 50% of eligible expenses. Finalists will also gain access to valuable market insights and demonstration opportunities through NGIF's 14 industry participants. Who Can Apply? SMEs and Start-ups: Must have novel technologies at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 4 or higher. SMEs: Fewer than 500 employees. Start-ups: Fewer than 100 employees and under CAD $25 million in annual revenues. For more details on how to apply, visit NGIF Accelerator Cleantech Challenge. #CleantechChallenge #NGIF #EmissionsReduction #Innovation #NaturalGas #FundingOpportunity https://lnkd.in/gnV7NtSC