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Gas Shale | Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu
Citizens before the CPTAQ
A decision expected within six weeks
Alexandre Parent The Regional Eye -
June 26, 2010 Environnement News> Environment
The decision on issuing a permit to drill exploratory gas shale in Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu company Molopo Energy Canada Ltd should be made in five to six weeks by the Commission for Protection of Agricultural Land in Quebec (CPTAQ). The original Australian multinational needs a permit to undertake its work in the little town at the corner of the climb Verchères and rank of 14.
The citizen group "Mobilization shale gas" from Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu obtained a hearing before the CPTAQ last Wednesday to express his concern about this situation. It was at this meeting that the Commissioners appointed to hear the Coalition felt able to make a decision in about a month and a half.
"We wanted to express our concerns to CPTAQ because we see what is happening now in Saint-Marc and it may also occur elsewhere in the Montérégie region," says Johanne Beliveau Grouping of citizens' mobilization gas shale. A new borehole has also been installed last June 5 at St. Barnabas South, near Saint-Hyacinthe.
"We wanted the audience with CPTAQ, because in Quebec, there are no other instances that could deny this kind of gas exploration project. Without comment on the record, the CPTAQ listened with great interest and has even extended the meeting. This is something we greatly appreciate, "Ms. Beliveau.
The company representatives were also present Molopo at the hearing and expressed their desire to use the water for their municipal operations, which raised eyebrows Ms. Beliveau. "I dare not even imagine the problems of pressure in the water system that may result," she says.
Other options
The Coalition also wished to inform the CPTAQ on alternative energy. "Accepting this kind of project would be unnecessarily prolong the life of a dying man. There are several other options such as geothermal, solar and wind power even if it is implemented with the agreement of the communities, "said Johanne Beliveau.
"We hope this meeting will be decisive for the future. Reject the proposed Molopo, accept or impose conditions facing its implementation, "concludes Ms. Beliveau.
The municipal council of Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu had adopted a resolution in early May this year opposing any proposed exploration and exploitation of shale gas in its territory. The municipality requested a written confirmation from the Department of Natural Resources and Wildlife of Quebec (MRNFQ) to ensure that drilling does not harm the environment, health and safety of its residents.
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