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Minister's office expenses : Environment

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Ministers' and associate ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers and... More ≫

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Ministers' and associate ministers' office expenses are disclosed to the public on a monthly basis, posted by the end of the following month. Expenses reported are those of the ministers and associate ministers, their executive assistants and their administrative support staff, and are reported in the following categories: meals, accommodation and travel; hospitality and working sessions; and goods, supplies and services.

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Final report : Alberta participation at the 16th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a delegation at the United Nations annual climate change conference (COP16) from December 6-10, 2010. The objective of this annual forum is... More ≫

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a delegation at the United Nations annual climate change conference (COP16) from December 6-10, 2010. The objective of this annual forum is to bring nations together to advance global cooperation on climate change.

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Environment business plan [1999 - 2011]

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry... More ≫

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As part of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to be open and accountable to the public, all ministries are required to prepare and make public three-year ministry business plans. The ministry business plan encompasses the department and all consolidated entities, and aligns with the strategic direction of the Government of Alberta. Each business plan includes a description of the ministry, desired outcomes, priority initiatives, and performance measures and indicators. Current and forecast budgeting information for the planning period is also included.

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Environment annual report [2000 - 2011]

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Annual report for the ministry of Environment for the province of Alberta

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Final report : Clean Energy Mission, Eastern United States [June 14-17, 2010]

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to the Eastern United States from June 14 - 17, 2010. This mission focused on key jurisdictions involved in the exploration of a... More ≫

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to the Eastern United States from June 14 - 17, 2010. This mission focused on key jurisdictions involved in the exploration of a potential low carbon fuel standard for the Eastern United States. This initial engagement included meetings with various government and non-government groups in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

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Final report : mission to the United Kingdom, Belgium and France [May 15-21, 2010]

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to London, United Kingdom, Brussels, Belgium and Strasbourg, France, May 15-21, 2010. The central theme of the mission was clean... More ≫

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to London, United Kingdom, Brussels, Belgium and Strasbourg, France, May 15-21, 2010. The central theme of the mission was clean energy. With a growing global focus on Alberta’s energy interests, including the development of provincial oil sands, this mission provided an opportunity to engage with European policy makers around efforts underway in the province to promote clean energy technology and sustainable energy development.

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Final report : mission to the Netherlands and Copenhagen, December 12-19, 2009

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to the Netherlands and to Copenhagen, Denmark, December 12-19, 2009. The purpose of the trip was to showcase Alberta’s efforts to... More ≫

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The Honourable Rob Renner, Minister of Environment, led a mission to the Netherlands and to Copenhagen, Denmark, December 12-19, 2009. The purpose of the trip was to showcase Alberta’s efforts to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and provincial investments in technologies for clean energy development, and to attend the United Nation’s annual climate change conference, COP15.

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Terms of reference : Intrabasin Water Coordinating Committee of the South Saskatchewan River Basin

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Presents the terms of reference for the Intrabasin Water Coordinating Committee for the South Saskatchewan River Basin. The Committee was established to provide advice on managing water during... More ≫

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Presents the terms of reference for the Intrabasin Water Coordinating Committee for the South Saskatchewan River Basin. The Committee was established to provide advice on managing water during periods of water shortage in any or all of the sub-basins, and on how to best meet the requirements of the Master Agreement on Apportionment, an agreement between Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Canada for sharing the waters of eastward flowing interprovincial streams.

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Alberta Environment department highlights

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Annual publication presenting highlighting some of the accomplishments of Alberta Environment during the year.

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Guidelines for the application of municipal wastewater sludges to agricultural lands

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In Alberta, it is common practice to apply sludge or biosolids to agricultural lands as a nutrient source; however, this must be done in accordance with standards and guidelines developed by the... More ≫

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In Alberta, it is common practice to apply sludge or biosolids to agricultural lands as a nutrient source; however, this must be done in accordance with standards and guidelines developed by the government. The issues and benefits associated with this type of application are extensive. Issues involve contamination of the receiving soils with metals, chemicals, drugs and pharmaceuticals, as well as changes to soil properties and chemistry, from repeated applications. The benefits of sewage sludge application are its nutrient value and its use as a soil amendment rather than burning or landfilling it. The Guidelines ate designed to maximize benefits and reduce potential hazards.

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