Land

We work to minimize surface disturbance through effective planning and responsible development.

We recognize virtually all aspects of our operations involve the use of surface land. Whether it's private, Aboriginal or government-owned land, we work with our neighbours to minimize surface disturbance through effective planning and responsible development.

We understand the expectations placed on companies to demonstrate a high degree of environmental protection for the land on which they operate, and we are continuously driven to implement better land-use practices.

Abandonment and reclamation	2010	2011	2012
Total abandoned wells awaiting reclamation	662	699	537
Total abandoned wells, active reclamation complete, awaiting reclamation certificate	172	86	217 (1)
Well site reclamation certificates received	84	107 (2)	52
Total wells undergoing active reclamation	621	893	937
Total reclaimed land (acres)	298	424	434

(1) In 2012, in order to reduce our overall environmental liability, our Canadian Division made a concerted effort to finalize reclamation activities and apply for reclamation certificates for sites where the majority of reclamation was complete.

(2) Due to low commodity prices and a number of divestitures, Encana focused on reclamation of sites, resulting in an increase in reclamation certificates and reducing the backlog of sites requiring reclamation.