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Understanding the New Voluntary Self-Disclosure Form from the AER

Learn about the AER's new Voluntary Self-Disclosure Form, and, enhance safety, while improving operational and environmental

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Rescue Your MARP with Blue Chip MRC

Are you guilty of neglecting your MARP updates (Measurement Accounting Reporting Plan)?

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Oil and Gas Regulatory Compliance: Consultant vs. 3rd Party Verifier Roles

Let’s delve into the nuanced differences between these roles, with a particular emphasis on how it comes into play with Alberta’s TIER program. Consultants Consultants serve as invaluable

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Why the Double Take? GHG vs. Fugitive Emissions: Unraveling Environmental Terminology

In environmental regulations and standards, there often exists a perplexing duality in terminology that leaves many scratching their heads. One such instance is the contrast between the

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Navigating the Rise in AER Audits

Rise in Alberta Energy Regulator audits signals sustained focus on compliance, especially in emissions. It's crucial for companies to stay ahead of the curve and adhere to regulatory

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Directive 042

Directive 042: Measurement, Accounting, and Reporting Plan Requirements. Attention all you rule-breaking renegade producers out there! Are you guilty of neglecting your MARP updates like it’s the

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Oil Batteries vs. Custom Treating Facilities

Dive into the nuances of Oil Battery (BT) and Custom Treating (CT) Facilities to boost operational efficiency and reporting accuracy in the oil

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Optimizing Operations: The Enhanced Production Audit Program (EPAP) Driving Efficiency in Oil and Gas

The Enhanced Production Audit Program (EPAP) is a comprehensive framework designed to increase compliance with the measurement and regulatory framework outlined in Directive 017 in the oil and gas

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Measuring GHG Emissions: Unlocking Carbon Credits

Measuring GHG emissions can lead to the acquisition of carbon credits, offering financial incentives and promoting environmental

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Alternative Fugitive Methane Emissions Management Program

The Alternative Federal Methane Emissions Monitoring Program (Alt-FEMP) enables operators to seek approval for utilizing alternative detection technologies instead of traditional ground staff scans

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Reduce Emissions and Cut Costs with TIER: Alberta’s Sustainable Solution

TIER mandates that regulated facilities curtail greenhouse gas emissions. Anchored in Alberta’s emissions management framework, TIER, or the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction

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Reporting Audits

Audits are for one primary reason, to ensure the regulatory requirements are being adhered to.To ensure all provisions, approvals, rules, regulations, and requirements are being

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Case Studies

Optimizing Frequency of Regulatory Inspections in the Oil and Gas Industry could save $146k over 5 years

Optimizing calibration frequencies for 197 meters could save $146k over 5 years, showcasing the tangible benefits of inspection frequency adjustments. Read our findings to learn more!

Successful Completion of DEOS Reporting in Under 10 Days, Avoiding Costly Non-Compliance Penalties (Directive 039)

Completion of DEOS reporting ensured compliance and demonstrated the importance of thorough planning in overcoming regulatory hurdles. Avoid potential penalties associated with non-compliance. Read findings to learn more.

Conducting site-specific approvals to save client over $2M in unnecessary upgrades

Utilizing a 364 facility subtype for site-specific approvals, saved over $2M in unnecessary upgrades by avoiding costly installation of equipment at well sites and gas plants. Read findings to learn more!

Save up to 84% Unlocking Financial Savings: Leveraging TIER for Federal Fuel Tax Break

Facilities regulated under the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) system can obtain an exemption from the federal fuel charge that could save up to 84% annually . Read this case study to learn more!

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Downloadable Templates

inspection tag

Internal Inspection Tag
(attached to a meter)

Internal inspection tags are mandatory for gas meter applications in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan.

Orifice meter

Orifice Meter Calibration Report Template
(for EFM Devices)

Western Canada compliance reporting template for meters equipped with electronic flow measurement (EFM) devices.

Whitepapers

Has EPAP replaced Audits?

Field assessments have become a bit of a lost practice in the industry. What are we witnessing in the field now that EPAP has been in place now for several years? Are all proration factors, metering differences, and well-testing procedures all fixed across the province? Is it still necessary to conduct substantive audits?

Ethical Measurement

The desire for immediate knowledge is all around us. What are the hidden issues that measurement and reporting practices do not generally consider? There are many stakeholders at the table. Regulators, royalty holders, managers, vendors (the list goes on) and the results of your actions and direction are echoed throughout.

Press Releases

Released July 17, 2024

Blue Chip MRC and Muddy Boots Online Announce Strategic Collaboration

This partnership leverages the distinct strengths of both companies to deliver superior services and products without compromising on objectivity.

Released May 23, 2024

Owen Krauss Appointed as Director of Regulatory Intelligence and Analytical Technology

Blue Chip MRC appoints Owen Krauss, Director of Regulatory Intelligence & Analytical Technology, bringing forth 48 years of laboratory experience.

Released August 10, 2023

Announcing the Launch of Green Chip ENV and the Appointment of Roohee Thaver

Blue Chip appoints Roohee Thaver as Director of Operations for Green Chip Environmental, focusing on reducing emissions and ensuring regulatory compliance.
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