BC government backs coalbed methane boom with incentives
In Victoria Energy Minister Richard Neufeld announced a reform package to spur coalbed methane development across British Columbia. The plan offers a $50,000 royalty credit for wells drilled in two years, lowers royalties, and aims for about 10 major new developments over the next decade, supported by a task force on wastewater disposal and a shift toward Alberta and US practices.
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Fort St. John approves Slocan OSB mill project
The government grants environmental approval for a $142 million oriented strandboard mill in Fort St. John. Slocan LP OSB Corp. will create about 516 long term jobs, plus 300 during 19 month construction, with conditions and permits required under provincial rules.
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