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Alberta’s response to the Competition Bureau on amendments to the Competition Act

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the federal government's amendments to the Competition Act resulting from Bill C-59, the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023. In... More ≫

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This submission outlines Alberta's concerns regarding the federal government's amendments to the Competition Act resulting from Bill C-59, the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023. In it, Alberta identifies significant flaws in the amendments, negative impacts to costs, investment, competitiveness, and regulatory certainty, as well as duplication of legislation and regulations Alberta has in place that ensure accurate and supported environmental reporting. The submission supports Alberta's position that the amendments add new barriers, impede progress to achieving environmental outcomes, and encroach on provincial jurisdiction.

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Standard for developing benchmarks : Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction regulation. Version 2.x

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Provides an overview of how benchmarks have and will be developed, criteria for opt-in and facility aggregates, and the relevant application processes. Also contains additional information... More ≫

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Provides an overview of how benchmarks have and will be developed, criteria for opt-in and facility aggregates, and the relevant application processes. Also contains additional information regarding emissions scope and coverage, tightening rate, review periods and the compliance cost containment program.

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2024-25 ambient environment monitoring plan for oil sands development

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Summaries of projects approved under the 2024-2025 Ambient Environment Monitoring Plan for Oil Sands Development.

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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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Interim directive : pilot for site reductions on well sites

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The purpose of this interim directive is to allow applications to the Alberta Energy Regulator for 18 months, from March 20, 2024 to September 18, 2025. The pilot will include up to 100 site... More ≫

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The purpose of this interim directive is to allow applications to the Alberta Energy Regulator for 18 months, from March 20, 2024 to September 18, 2025. The pilot will include up to 100 site reduction applications for minimum disturbance well leases on private land. The intent of the pilot is to inform a decision whether to accept reclamation certificate applications for reclaimed portions of well sites.

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Pilot for site reductions on well sites : information for landowners about the pilot project

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This factsheet serves as a companion publication to the Interim Directive: Pilot for Site Reductions on Well Sites.

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Interim directive : pilot for reclaiming peatlands - decision framework and support tools for reclaiming well sites and access roads on public lands

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This interim directive would enable the Alberta Energy Regulator to accept, review and make decisions to change peatlands to forest lands. The intent of the pilot is to streamline decision... More ≫

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This interim directive would enable the Alberta Energy Regulator to accept, review and make decisions to change peatlands to forest lands. The intent of the pilot is to streamline decision processes while ensuring public lands continue to be managed with clear reclamation and restoration outcomes in mind. The interim directive is in effect for 18 months starting February 1, 2024 and expiring on July 31, 2025.

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Extended producer responsibility regulation : information about transition and implementation

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and... More ≫

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and paper products and hazardous and special products. This information sheet provides information on anticipated transition and implementation timelines and general information as it relates to Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility Regulation, which came into force on November 30, 2022.

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Extended producer responsibility regulation : information on oversight and accountability

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and... More ≫

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and paper products and hazardous and special products. This information sheet contains information on Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility Regulation, which came into force on November 30, 2022, and which establishes the Alberta Recycling Management Authority as the management board responsible for oversight of the systems implemented under the regulation.

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Extended producer responsibility regulation : information for producers

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and... More ≫

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Under an extended producer responsibility system, producers take responsibility at end-of-life for the products and packaging they put on the market, such as single-use products, packaging and paper products and hazardous and special products. This information sheet serves as a reference guide for producers (including brand owners, importers and retailers) to Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility Regulation, which came into force on November 30, 2022. EPR shifts the physical and financial burden of collecting, sorting, processing and recycling waste to producers who put materials into the market and away from local governments and taxpayers.

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