Energy & Resources

From facilities to pipelines to renewables, we support our energy clients through various stages of project conceptualization to design and implementation.

Our customized services for the energy sector span asset assessments, statutory and non-statutory plan development, land use planning applications, approvals coordination, and comprehensive communications and engagement strategies.

B&A Energy employs a suite of customized planning approaches and solutions to meet the unique needs of energy sector clients. Our leadership in the energy sector is grounded in our knowledge of municipal planning and land development processes across North America. Our team of accredited professionals in project management, land use and development planning, communications, and geographic information systems provides a range of specialized services for energy providers ranging from planning and development approvals to customized land use planning and development monitoring programs.

PIPELINE & LINEAR INFRASTRUCTURE EXPERTISE

Planning & Development Approvals

Supporting energy providers in the implementation of their site planning & development visions through the municipal planning & regulatory approval process.

Notification Monitoring Program

Capitalizing on the municipal & industry notification process to educate stakeholders on planning in proximity to pipelines & keep operators apprised of changes in proximity to their networks.

Priority Growth Area Identification

System-wide data-driven analysis to identify areas of development intensification to support informed capital planning or the identification of areas for further evaluation or monitoring.

Priority Growth Area Monitoring

Providing pipeline operators with a simple resource to identify & stay informed about impactful future development in proximity to their pipeline networks.

Class Location Assessments

Providing pipeline operators with comprehensive assessments of existing and future land use conditions to identify potential future changes in class location designation. This approach provides valuable information for proactive operational and capital planning in advance of detailed planning and development occurring.

RENEWABLE & RESOURCES EXPERTISE

Brownfield redevelopment and facility planning

Whether greenfield or brownfield, large or small scale, our team of planning, design and engagement experts can lead master planning and design initiatives that help our energy clients translate their vision into reality. From innovative design concepts to authentic engagement programs, we have experience developing compelling planning submissions that achieve required approvals and permitting.

Inter-jurisdictional regulatory coordination

The scope of approvals required to support innovative energy projects is increasingly complex, often spanning different jurisdictions with varying application, consultation and engagement requirements. We work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated and efficient work programs that reduce redundancies and enhance approval and permitting efficiency and coordination.