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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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Specified Gas Emitters Regulation : 2015-2017 data

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This spreadsheet provides a summary of 2015-2017 data reported by facilities subject to the Specified Gas Emitters Regulation. The Regulation was passed in 2007 and expired December 31, 2017.... More ≫

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This spreadsheet provides a summary of 2015-2017 data reported by facilities subject to the Specified Gas Emitters Regulation. The Regulation was passed in 2007 and expired December 31, 2017. Emissions were reported in units of tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents. Each facility was required to reduce its annual emissions intensity by a prescribed percentage target relative to its facility-specific approved baseline emissions intensity.

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Standard for establishing and assigning benchmarks. Version 2

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The purpose of this document is to assist persons responsible for facilities that are regulated by, or considering application to be regulated by, the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation.... More ≫

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The purpose of this document is to assist persons responsible for facilities that are regulated by, or considering application to be regulated by, the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation. The document outlines the methods for establishing and assigning emissions intensity benchmarks that apply to the production of goods and processes at regulated facilities. It also outlines criteria detailing opt-in eligibility and the application process for opt-in to the regulation. Additional information regarding details on emissions scope and coverage, tightening rate, review periods and the assignment of transition allocation benchmarks is also provided.

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Current and emerging methods for satellite monitoring of the oil sands

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The satellite remote sensing workshop brought the developers and potential clients of these satellite remote sensing products together to collectively identify opportunities for satellite remote... More ≫

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The satellite remote sensing workshop brought the developers and potential clients of these satellite remote sensing products together to collectively identify opportunities for satellite remote sensing deployment in subsequent years. The workshop discussions focused on measurements of wetland, greenhouse gases, and air quality. The outcomes of the workshop will be used to inform how satellites can be used to improve the scientific value, rigour, costs and confidence of monitoring and optimization of monitoring results.

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Technical guidance for the assessment of additionality

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This provides specific guidance to stakeholders when assessing the additionality of a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions or sequestration of GHGs under the Alberta emission offset system. In... More ≫

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This provides specific guidance to stakeholders when assessing the additionality of a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions or sequestration of GHGs under the Alberta emission offset system. In order to demonstrate the additionality of the activities that are included or proposed to be included in the development or revision of an emission offset quantification protocol, the use of the tools contained in this technical guidance is a requirement for both the Alberta Climate Change Office and stakeholders. This document explains both the roles each of these parties play, and the process used for reviewing and assessing additionality during protocol development or revision.

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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between : the Minister of Transportation and Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) and Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA)

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The Alberta Traffic Safety Plan includes a goal to reduce fatal and serious injury collisions in the province. In support of reaching this goal, Alberta Transportation commissioned Opus... More ≫

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The Alberta Traffic Safety Plan includes a goal to reduce fatal and serious injury collisions in the province. In support of reaching this goal, Alberta Transportation commissioned Opus International Consultants (Canada) Limited to develop engineering strategies to address collision patterns on all Alberta highways and streets. This report provides a summary of the methodology and findings of Phase 1 of the resulting project. The report identifies the key collision trends in Alberta and describes a review of current practices in Alberta and research of the recent literature on the topic. It then presents a comprehensive list of possible measures and a systematic criteria for the selection of the more favourable ones, applies these criteria to over 90 measures, and culminates with the selection of 33 highly effective measures anticipated to be the most effective and the 12 "Priority 1" measures for further development and implementation.

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Standard for establishing and assigning benchmarks. Version 1.0

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The purpose of this document is to assist persons responsible for facilities that are regulated by, or considering application to be regulated by, the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation.... More ≫

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The purpose of this document is to assist persons responsible for facilities that are regulated by, or considering application to be regulated by, the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation. The document outlines the methods for establishing and assigning emissions intensity benchmarks that apply to the production of goods and processes at regulated facilities. It also outlines criteria detailing opt-in eligibility and the application process for opt-in to the regulation. Additional information regarding details on emissions scope and coverage, tightening rate, review periods and the assignment of transition allocation benchmarks is also provided.

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Climate Technology Task Force : report to the Government of Alberta

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The Climate Technology Task Force (CTTF) was established in September 2016 to lead stakeholder engagement and to provide recommendations on a framework to guide Alberta’s investments in greenhouse... More ≫

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The Climate Technology Task Force (CTTF) was established in September 2016 to lead stakeholder engagement and to provide recommendations on a framework to guide Alberta’s investments in greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction innovation and technology. This report presents the results of the work done by the CTTF. Six recommendations are made for consideration in developing Alberta’s Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework.

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Oil Sands Advisory Group (OSAG) : recommendations on innovation in the oil sands sector

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Presents the recommendations from the Oil Sands Advisory Group (OSAG) to the Government of Alberta on innovation as it pertains to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in the oil sands... More ≫

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Presents the recommendations from the Oil Sands Advisory Group (OSAG) to the Government of Alberta on innovation as it pertains to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions in the oil sands sector. The recommendations are the second integrated component of the overall set of actions that will be required to effectively implement the Alberta Climate Leadership Plan (ACLP) and achieve the objectives in the plan. OSAG, composed of members from industry, environmental organizations and Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, was established in July 2016 to advise government on the oil sands aspects of the Climate Leadership Plan and to ensure that the Plan’s initiatives are effective and widely supported.

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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between : Deputy Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Deputy Minister of Transportation and Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA)

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This MOU establishes a framework within which the ministries of Environment and Sustainable Development and Transportation and the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association can work... More ≫

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This MOU establishes a framework within which the ministries of Environment and Sustainable Development and Transportation and the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association can work together to facilitate greenhouse gas emissions reductions that enable the industry to adjust to a carbon-constrained future and help Alberta meet the targets set out in the 2008 Alberta Climate Change Strategy and the Provincial Energy Strategy.

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