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The Role Of Ea In Achieving A Sustainable Energy Future In Canada: A Case Study Of The Lower Churchill Panel Review, Meinhard Doelle
The Role Of Ea In Achieving A Sustainable Energy Future In Canada: A Case Study Of The Lower Churchill Panel Review, Meinhard Doelle
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Energy projects have featured prominently in environmental assessment (EA) processes in Canada, particularly with respect to panel reviews conducted under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA). Now, for the first time in decades, there is serious talk in Canada of developing a national energy strategy. In this context, the article considers how the federal EA process could be utilized to support such efforts. The Lower Churchill Hydro Project Review Panel is used as a case study to illustrate how project EAs can support broader energy policy consideration.