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Economic impacts of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of... More ≫

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In December 2023, the Government of Canada announced plans to implement a national cap-and-trade system to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the oil and gas sector to achieve the goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. This report, prepared by the Conference Board of Canada and presented to Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, estimates the potential economic impact of a greenhouse gas emissions cap on the oil and gas sector.

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Annual report 2010 and 2011 on Greenhouse Gas Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association and the Government of Alberta

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In September 2009 the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association and the Government of Alberta signed a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Memorandum of Understanding. The parties to the MOU agreed... More ≫

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In September 2009 the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association and the Government of Alberta signed a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Memorandum of Understanding. The parties to the MOU agreed to work together to enable the road building and heavy construction industry to: improve energy efficiency, improve industry and the province's competitiveness, and help reduce GHG emissions. This report presents an overview of the activities, initiatives and accomplishments under the MOU to the end of calendar year 2011.

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Oil Sands Consultation Group final report and recommendations

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In January 2006, the Oil Sands Consultation Group was established by the government with a mandate to provide revised plans for a consultation process for oil sands development that allows... More ≫

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In January 2006, the Oil Sands Consultation Group was established by the government with a mandate to provide revised plans for a consultation process for oil sands development that allows Albertans to share their vision and principles for development of Alberta’s oil sands. The Government of Alberta has accepted all nine recommendations of the Oil Sands Consultation Group.

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