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Environment and Parks annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Environment and Parks contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Environment and Parks 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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What we heard : Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for single-use plastics, packaging, paper products, and hazardous and special products

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Alberta’s government is working on bringing extended producer responsibility (EPR) to the province. An EPR framework would create provincial systems for managing single-use plastics, packaging,... More ≫

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Alberta’s government is working on bringing extended producer responsibility (EPR) to the province. An EPR framework would create provincial systems for managing single-use plastics, packaging, paper products and hazardous and special products like household pesticides and solvents. This What We Heard document summarizes the key findings received to date to inform EPR in Alberta, and serves as an update to stakeholders and Albertans on the progress to date towards EPR.

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Official re-survey of Fort McMurray : effect of the 2016 wildfire on the survey fabric

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This purpose of this document is to describe the work undertaken by Alberta Environment and Parks to complete an official resurvey of Fort McMurray following the May 2016 wildfire.

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Brokering science for environmental management : progress report from the Chief Scientist : a term in review

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This progress report outlines the activities undertaken by the Chief Scientist of Alberta Environment and Parks over the inaugural appointment of this position. Highlights include: building a... More ≫

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This progress report outlines the activities undertaken by the Chief Scientist of Alberta Environment and Parks over the inaugural appointment of this position. Highlights include: building a strategic knowledge network with the broader scientific community; seeking ways to braid Indigenous Knowledge in Alberta’s environmental science program; supporting a strong science culture within the department; brokering scientific reviews by external experts to address environmental concerns or issues; reporting on the condition of Alberta’s environment; and improving availability and accessibility of scientific evidence to inform decision-making processes.

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Economic assessment of climate policy in Alberta

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Alberta completed an economic assessment of the former Climate Leadership Plan. The assessment also outlines the potential costs if the federal government’s carbon pricing policy were applied in... More ≫

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Alberta completed an economic assessment of the former Climate Leadership Plan. The assessment also outlines the potential costs if the federal government’s carbon pricing policy were applied in Alberta. This report shows the expected economic impacts of the Climate Leadership Plan on Alberta’s total economy, key industrial sectors and households. Four economic scenarios or cases were evaluated, with outcomes forecasted through to 2030.

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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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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations involving Jim Ellis

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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations against Mr. Jim Ellis, former Chief Executive Officer of... More ≫

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Report of the investigation under the Conflicts of Interest Act by Hon. Marguerite Trussler, Q.C., Ethics Commissioner, into allegations against Mr. Jim Ellis, former Chief Executive Officer of the Alberta Energy Regulator. The report looks into allegations, the investigation and facts. The report also makes findings and recommendations.

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Alberta Pygmy Whitefish (prosopium coultery) recovery plan [DRAFT]

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The public was invited to provide input into the draft Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan between May 31, 2018 and July 2, 2018. The survey was visited by 91 people and completed by 15 people. The... More ≫

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The public was invited to provide input into the draft Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan between May 31, 2018 and July 2, 2018. The survey was visited by 91 people and completed by 15 people. The goals of the Pygmy Whitefish Recovery Plan are to maintain existing populations and to reduce the risk of population loss caused by threats such as accidental spills.

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Human-wildlife coexistence

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This report outlines recommendations for improving human-wildlife coexistence in the Bow Valley, based on feedback from a public engagement compiled by the Government of Alberta in August 2018.

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Site contamination delineation and characterization

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These three reports present the results of a sampling and delineation program conducted as a part of the Environment and Parks investigation of the former Domtar Edmonton Wood Treatment Facility.... More ≫

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These three reports present the results of a sampling and delineation program conducted as a part of the Environment and Parks investigation of the former Domtar Edmonton Wood Treatment Facility. The sampling and delineation program was conducted by an independent third party consultant. Some samples from this testing show the presence of chemicals known to be harmful to people in large amounts or over long periods of time.

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