Annual Report - 2001 - ARC Resources Ltd.

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ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY
ENVIRONMENT
ARC conducts activities in accordance with Trust policies and environmental
guidelines with the objective of protection of the environment.
Air
ARC’s focus on air quality issues continued with our second submission to
Canada’s Climate Change – Voluntary Challenge and Registry program. This report
details emission reductions and future objectives. ARC has been recognized as a “Silver
Champion Level Reporter”. Some of the significant accomplishments in the reduction of
emissions are:
• Continued reductions in flaring and greenhouse gas emissions through improved
flare technology, vapour recovery installation and gas plant enhancements.
• A 30 per cent overall reduction in emissions from operated properties resulting
primarily from installing solution gas conservation facilities at the recently
acquired Lougheed battery.
• Minimized flaring during testing of newly drilled wells. Advance planning and
installation of pipelines and/or compression also reduced flaring at Sundre,
Caroline, Pembina and Ante Creek.
Land and Water
ARC continued its commitment to protect land and water. Policies and
procedures demonstrating leadership in this area were maintained and further developed
in 2001. ARC continued to participate in key local groups that provide expertise and
training in risk management. Examples of accomplishments during 2001 included:
• Utilizing technology to minimize future environmental exposure to land and water.
As one example, we installed liners in existing pipelines to reduce the risk of leaks.
• Remaining committed to immediate surface reclamation following completion of well
abandonments.
• Remaining aware and sensitive to the importance of wildlife habitat concerns.
• Continuing risk management efforts with participation in oil spill co-operatives and
detailed emergency response planning.
Photo: Al Roberts, Lougheed Gas Plant, Jeff Wickens, Bruce Riep
ARC ENERGY TRUST AR 2001