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Manuals

Manuals are instructive documents for AER staff and external stakeholders.

Manuals are instructive documents for staff or stakeholders. While they are not a source of regulatory requirements, manuals

  • list or elaborate on requirements found in our rules, regulations, and directives;
  • provide process guidelines for AER staff, industry, and other stakeholders; or
  • clarify existing processes.

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TitleDescriptionRelease Date
Manual 031: Guidelines for Pilot Applications for New Technology or Processes

The manual provides clarity and guidance on the AER’s processes for regulated sectors regarding how to apply and obtain approval for field-level pilots for new technology or processes. The manual applies to pilots for all energy and mineral development sectors under AER jurisdiction.

May 20, 2025