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Sustainable water management and economic development in Alberta

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Identifies, examines and compares the current status of Alberta water characteristics, markets and issues facing Alberta across each of its major water basins and how these are affecting... More ≫

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Identifies, examines and compares the current status of Alberta water characteristics, markets and issues facing Alberta across each of its major water basins and how these are affecting sustainable economic development.

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Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan, which was published as part of the previous year's budget. The report also includes financial statements for the entities making up the ministry and for which the minister is responsible.

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Renewable energy toolkit for economic development

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid... More ≫

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The purpose of this Toolkit is three-fold: A. UNDERSTANDING - To aid communities in understanding the basics of renewable energy and the types of projects. B. COMMUNITY READINESS - To aid communities in being ready to consider renewable energy projects before specifi c projects have been presented. C. PROJECT SCREENING - To aid communities in the fi rst level of screening or evaluation of projects, when such projects are presented to them.

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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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Alberta’s forest economy : a handbook of public economic and socioeconomic accounts

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the... More ≫

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This annual publication offers a broad compilation of publicly-available economic and socioeconomic statistics that explore the well-being of Alberta's forests and the economic contribution of the forest industry.

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A more productive Alberta : our key to future economic growth

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Examines key productivity drivers and what Alberta needs to create "a culture of innovation and productivity" within the province.

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Economic impact of Alberta's forest sector

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This report provides a snapshot of the contributions Alberta's forest sector makes to the province. It describes this contribution using a number of different metrics, and provides some context... More ≫

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This report provides a snapshot of the contributions Alberta's forest sector makes to the province. It describes this contribution using a number of different metrics, and provides some context around the market conditions experienced over the last few years. It also provides some insight into the multitude of ways Alberta's forest fibre are being used.

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The need for a northern Alberta development strategy

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This report identifies the need for a northern Alberta development strategy as the mechanism to draw attention to the North and unleash its enormous economic potential through a long-term, orderly... More ≫

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This report identifies the need for a northern Alberta development strategy as the mechanism to draw attention to the North and unleash its enormous economic potential through a long-term, orderly and sustainable development plan.

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Investing in our future : responding to the rapid growth of oil sands development

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To address challenges resulting from the rapid pace of oil sands development, and to anticipate the impacts of continuing growth, the Oil Sands Ministerial Strategy Committee of the provincial... More ≫

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To address challenges resulting from the rapid pace of oil sands development, and to anticipate the impacts of continuing growth, the Oil Sands Ministerial Strategy Committee of the provincial government was directed by Cabinet in 2006 to develop a coordinated short-term action plan to address the social, environmental and economic impacts of oil sands development in local communities. This report is designed to support that initiative and to provide a foundation of facts and information about oil sands developments.

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Unlocking the prize : metal fabrication procurement for development and operation of Alberta's oil sands

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery... More ≫

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This study explores the competitiveness factors and growing industry trends related to procurement decisions made when oil sands buyers award contracts to Metal Fabrication and Machinery Manufacturing (MFMM) suppliers during the development, construction and operation of mining, in-situ and upgrader projects. The study helps to provide market intelligence for the development and execution of growth strategies in areas where Alberta’s MFMM sector has a competitive advantage. It also provides a better understanding of the needs of Alberta’s oil sands industry, describes how to strengthen relationships between Alberta’s MFMM sector and oil sand project owners, and support continued economic growth in the province.

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