Keystone XL pipeline authorised for more construction

Keystone has now satisfied the regulatory requirements for winter 2019 clearing of trees and shrubs along the pipeline route’s north section, starting at Hardisty, Alberta, as indicated in the NEB’s letter to the company.

The NEB’s approval applies to the North Spread of the project only. Clearing activities in other areas of the project, other construction activities, and any activity during the restricted activity periods for migratory birds are excluded from this approval.

Further pipeline construction would be subject to NEB approval of other condition compliance submissions.

The NEB will continue to provide regulatory oversight throughout all stages of this project to protect the public and the environment.

Quick facts:

• On 27 February 2009, TransCanada Keystone Pipeline GP Ltd applied to the NEB to build and operate the Keystone XL Pipeline, a 36 in. pipeline that would ship approximately 700 000 bpd of crude oil from Alberta to the US.
• The Canadian portion of the pipeline would traverse 529 km from Hardisty, Alberta, crossing the Canada/US border at Monchy, Saskatchewan.
• On 11 March 2010, the NEB issued a report recommending that Governor in Council approve the Keystone XL Pipeline Project, subject to 22 conditions. On 22 April 2010, Governor in Council directed the NEB to issue a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the project.
• The company has completed oil tank construction at the Hardisty Terminal in Alberta, and completed two horizontal directional drill crossings of the Red Deer River and South Saskatchewan River. Work is also ongoing at several pump stations.

Read the article online at: https://www.worldpipelines.com/business-news/22012019/keystone-xl-pipeline-authorised-for-more-construction/