“Sound environmental management is an integral part of our commitment to continually improve our processes so that natural gas delivery to our customers is provided in an environmentally responsible manner. We recognize the role SaskEnergy plays in the stewardship of a non-renewable resource, and our programs and policies are designed to reduce the impact of our daily operations on the environment.” — Kristen Darr Director, Health, Safety and Environment
COMMITTED TO ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY SaskEnergy’s commitment to environmental stewardship is integral in its operations including when new customers are connected to our system. In 2019-20, process improvements were implemented that resulted in a significant increase in secondary environmental and heritage screenings for distribution projects. When certain environmental and heritage concerns are flagged during initial project screening, the projects are referred to SaskEnergy’s Environmental & Sustainability department for secondary screening. A detailed review is then completed to look at satellite imagery, wildlife and wildlife habitat, heritage and archaeological sites, project impacts to water resources, as well as any potential for high risk invasive species. Permit and regulatory requirements, land use and construction restrictions are also identified and, in some cases, further screening is done by an archaeologist. Environmental screenings help protect customer property from unnecessary damages or the introduction of invasive species, and assist in ensuring customer projects are completed on time and on budget.
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