AlphaBow fined by Alberta regulator for constructing pipeline prior to approvals | 24CA News
A Calgary power firm is being fined for constructing a pipeline with out the required approvals.
On Thursday, the Alberta Energy Regulator mentioned it fined AlphaBow Energy Ltd. $25,000 for constructing a pair of pipelines between Nov. 11 and 17, 2021.
On Nov. 17, 2021, AER grew to become conscious of the corporate’s work when AlphaBow submitted a notification of strain take a look at to the regulator, which led to a pipeline inspection.
“While AlphaBow had applied for pipeline licences, the AER had not approved the applications prior to construction. As a result, the AER ordered the company to stop work, issued two notices of noncompliance, and launched an investigation,” the regulator mentioned in a press launch.
“Based on the investigation findings, the AER is taking enforcement action against AlphaBow by issuing a fine.”
Before constructing infrastructure like pipelines, corporations should apply for the suitable licence from AER, which allows the regulator to evaluate the dangers and results of the work, and ensure the venture is in keeping with the secure and accountable growth of power assets.
AER mentioned the superb quantity was based mostly on the seriousness of the corporate’s breaking of the principles and the impact or potential impact these actions have on public security, the surroundings or useful resource safety.
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