We are seeking feedback on updates to Directive 058: Oilfield Waste Management Requirements for the Upstream Petroleum Industry. This directive sets out requirements for handling, treating, reusing, and disposing of oilfield waste produced by the upstream petroleum, geothermal, and brine-hosted mineral resource development industries.
We are also seeking feedback on our proposed Manual XXX: Oilfield Waste Management. The manual complements Directive 058 and provides guidance on managing oilfield waste and schedules with detailed application requirements for oilfield waste management facilities, oilfield waste management components, and one-time waste management activities.
When the new edition of Directive 058 is released, we propose to rescind Directive 030: Digital Data Submission of the Annual Oilfield Waste Disposition Report. The manual includes an updated process for oilfield waste disposition reporting.
To provide feedback on the proposed revisions to Directive 058 and the new manual, complete the public comment form on our website. We would prefer to receive comments in the original document format (i.e., Word); however, comments in other formats can be emailed to engagement@aer.ca or mailed to Alberta Energy Regulator, Suite 1000, 250 – 5 Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0R4. Feedback will be accepted through November 2, 2025.
All feedback received will be reviewed and may be used in finalizing the directive. Personal information is collected by the AER under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA). Comments may be processed using “automated systems” (e.g., AI tools), and the AER may use the personal contact information you provide for follow-up communication related to your feedback. Access is limited to authorized AER personnel and will not be disclosed except as permitted under section 13 of POPA. If you have questions about how your personal information is managed, please contact inquiries@aer.ca.
Following the public comment period, the AER will publish the What We Heard – And Our Response to the feedback provided on the directive only.
The draft directive is available on the directives webpage under draft/open for comment, and the new manual is on the Manuals landing page. If you have any questions, contact our Customer Contact Centre by phone at 1-855-297-8311 or by email at inquiries@aer.ca.
