Notional Field Development Final Report - EBN

More documents

Recommendations

Info

EBN Notional Field Development Plan The following activities associated with shale gas extraction are subject to the WA regulations: · The extraction of groundwater and/or surface water; · The infiltration of water into the soil (fracking activities); · The discharge of substances into surface water; · Operations in, on, or near water management works; · Works in violation of an applicable local “Keur” regulation. Regarding the extraction of groundwater, the law is restricted to a depth of 500 meters below ground level (Article 6.12, part d). If one or more of these actions take place, one water permit per location is applicable. As part of permitting review process, water quality, quantity and ecological aspects will be assessed. 4.2.7.1 Procedure and authority The water permit is granted by the agency with highest authority, which depending on the type of activity and the status of the surface water would be either the Department of Waterways or Public Works for groundwater extraction and/or infiltration (Provincial Executive of Noord Brabant). Where the NCR is applicable, the water permit – like the necessary integration plan – is prepared uniformly and publicly. Appeal will be made through the Department of the Council of State. Where the NCR is not applicable, the preparation procedure depends on the type of activity. Where the activity is a direct discharge on surface water, extraction of groundwater, or infiltration of water, a decision period of six months for the uniform public preparation applies for the water permit. There is an established process whereby stakeholders can appeal the final decision of the permitting authority. In all other cases, a review period of eight weeks applies and the first objection has to be submitted before an appeal can be filed. Where the NCR is not applicable, an appeal is filed with the Department of Administrative Law at the Council of State. 4.2.8 Nature Protection Act - 1998 The Nature Protection Act (NPA) of 1998 contains rules pertaining to protected nature conservation areas. This includes both protected natural monuments and Natura-2000 areas. © 2011 Halliburton All Rights Reserved 134
EBN Notional Field Development Plan It is possible that animal species are susceptible to the effects of sound and light. Nitrogen emissions can lead to an increase in deposits of nitrogen in protected habitats. Where these effects can worsen or have a significantly disruptive effect on species, a permit under the NPA 1998 is required. Permitting is reviewed against the conservation objectives set for the area. If the project on its own, or in conjunction with other projects or plans, could have significant consequences for the relevant Natura-2000 areas, an appropriate assessment has to be added to the application (Article 19f, NPA 1998). It is recommended that any possible effects on nature are explored using a pre-verification assessment. Only when completed, can we draw conclusions about whether an appropriate assessment is necessary. These conclusions are important for the plan’s required Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). See the section under Environmental Management Act pertaining to an environmental impact assessment. 4.2.8.1 Procedure and authority If the activity for which an environmental permit is required also requires a permit under the NPA 1998, the nature section becomes part of the ‘All-in-One’ permit for physical aspects (All-in-one permit). The preparation of the decision is referred to concisely in the section under Wabo, and where applicable, to the section about the NCR. Combination of the NPA and the ‘All-in-one’ permit can be prevented by applying for the NCR in an earlier stage. In that case, the Minister of Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation is the authority to grant the NPA permit. The permit review period is 13 weeks, with one possible 13 week extension. Appeal of the decision would be filed with the Department Administrative Law at the Council of State. 4.2.9 Flora and Fauna Act The Flora and Fauna Act contain rules for the protection of wild plants and animals. The law covers all operations that are carried out, and which may affect flora and fauna. If the activities associated with shale gas development were to impact fauna or flora then the provisions of the Flora and Fauna Act would apply. This also depends on the season during which the project will take place. Disruptive activities that occur during the extraction of shale gas may include: drilling, pipeline construction, construction of well pads and other installations. Given the nature of the work, a waiver under the Flora and Fauna act would be required. © 2011 Halliburton All Rights Reserved 135
Page 1 and 2:
EBN Notional Field Development Fina
Page 3 and 4:
EBN Notional Field Development Plan
Page 5 and 6:
Page 7 and 8:
Page 9 and 10:
Page 11 and 12:
Page 13 and 14:
Page 15 and 16:
Page 17 and 18:
Page 19 and 20:
Page 21 and 22:
Page 23 and 24:
Page 25 and 26:
Page 27 and 28:
Page 29 and 30:
Page 31 and 32:
Page 33 and 34:
Page 35 and 36:
Page 37 and 38:
Page 39 and 40:
Page 41 and 42:
Page 43 and 44:
Page 45 and 46:
Page 47 and 48:
Page 49 and 50:
Page 51 and 52:
Page 53 and 54:
Page 55 and 56:
Page 57 and 58:
Page 59 and 60:
Page 61 and 62:
Page 63 and 64:
Page 65 and 66:
Page 67 and 68:
Page 69 and 70:
Page 71 and 72:
Page 73 and 74:
Page 75 and 76:
Page 77 and 78:
Page 79 and 80:
Page 81 and 82:
Page 83 and 84: EBN Notional Field Development Plan
Page 133: EBN Notional Field Development Plan
Page 185 and 186:
Page 187 and 188:
Page 189 and 190:
Page 191 and 192:
Page 193 and 194:
Page 195 and 196:
Page 197 and 198:
Page 199 and 200:
Page 201 and 202:
Page 203 and 204:
Page 205 and 206:
Page 207 and 208:
Page 209 and 210:
Page 211 and 212:
Page 213 and 214:
Page 215 and 216:
Page 217 and 218:
Page 219 and 220:
Page 221 and 222:
Page 223 and 224:
Page 225 and 226:
Page 227 and 228:
Page 229 and 230:
Page 231 and 232:
Page 233 and 234:
Page 235 and 236:
Page 237 and 238:
Page 239:
show all

Notional Field Development Final Report - EBN

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?