CALGARY — One of the people fighting the Alberta government’s approval of a proposed $70 million biodigester doesn’t expect much will come of provincial mediation slated for May 30 as part of the appeal process. “I think for the whole group, there’s just too many concerns involved,” said Benita Estes. Related stories: Alta. residents to […] Read more
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Appeal process put in place for Alta. biodigester
Mediation is planned for spring; if unsuccessful, it will be followed by an Environmental Appeals Board public hearing
Residents remain fearful of plans for biodigester
Concern mounts in High River, Alta., as neighbouring feedlot continues to seek approval for a facility to process manure
A proposed $70 million biodigester near High River, Alta., that has sparked opposition from town and area residents will be the largest of its kind in Canada if it gains provincial approval, said mayor Craig Snodgrass. The project’s size, and because such developments are relatively new in Alberta, has heightened fears about the biodigester, he […] Read more
Alta. regulator denies Frank Lake solar project
The 150-megawatt Foothills Solar Project would have been the largest such development by Elemental Energy Renewables Inc. in Alberta, with the surface area of the solar panels totalling 270 to 300 acres.
