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Compliance Assurance annual report

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This annual publication reports on the work of Alberta Environment and Parks' Compliance Assurance program. The program operates as part of the department's overall regulatory framework to... More ≫

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This annual publication reports on the work of Alberta Environment and Parks' Compliance Assurance program. The program operates as part of the department's overall regulatory framework to protect and enhance the province's ecosystems and to ensure environmental, social and economic outcomes for the future are met. It conducts activities aimed at influencing the behaviour of regulated parties. Its principal functions are to promote voluntary compliance, detect and reverse non-compliance and, as appropriate, punish offenders and deter future non-compliance.

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Guide to Water Act authorizations required for excavations (dugouts, borrow pits and other types of pits/excavations) [2020]

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This document clarifies authorization and application requirements under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation where excavations into the ground are proposed. Typically, excavations... More ≫

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This document clarifies authorization and application requirements under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation where excavations into the ground are proposed. Typically, excavations into the ground that may trigger Water Act authorizations are dugouts, borrow pits, pits, or other pits/excavations. This guide does not address excavations that may be created for the purpose of drainage, flood control, erosion control, or channel realignment. Also not addressed by this guide is the issue of whether evaporative loss is considered a "diversion of water" under the Water Act.

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Best practices for commercial fish culture facilities in Alberta

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General guidelines for commercial fish culture facilities in Alberta, including project planning, recirculation aquaculture systems and biosecurity.

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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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Quantification methodologies for the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation and the Specified Gas Reporting Regulation

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This document provides quantification methodologies to facilities that are subject to the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation and the Specified Gas Reporting Regulation. The objective of... More ≫

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This document provides quantification methodologies to facilities that are subject to the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation and the Specified Gas Reporting Regulation. The objective of the quantification methodologies is to ensure accuracy and consistency across reporters and sectors regulated under the regulations.

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Standard for completing greenhouse gas compliance and forecasting reports. Version 2.x

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Overview of the compliance and forecasting reporting under the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation (CCIR) for the 2018 calendar year and after.

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Alberta aquatic invasive species early detection rapid response plan

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The plan provides a consistent framework to guide response actions needed to detect, assess and respond to an aquatic invasive species introduction anywhere in Alberta. It identifies the roles and... More ≫

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The plan provides a consistent framework to guide response actions needed to detect, assess and respond to an aquatic invasive species introduction anywhere in Alberta. It identifies the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government and stakeholders and how they may be involved in a rapid response including monitoring, detection, containment, and treatment procedures. The plan also identifies relevant legislation and authorities as it applies to potential jurisdiction and inter-jurisdictional response scenarios.

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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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Standard for validation, verification and audit. Versions 2.0 and 3.0

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The Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation replaced the Specified Gas Emitters Regulation on January 1, 2018, and applies to facilities that emitted 100,000 tonnes or more of greenhouse... More ≫

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The Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation replaced the Specified Gas Emitters Regulation on January 1, 2018, and applies to facilities that emitted 100,000 tonnes or more of greenhouse gases in 2003, or a subsequent year. This document outlines the requirements for validation, verification and audit under the regulation.

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Wetland policy regulatory overview diagram

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Presents the wetland regulatory process in the format of a flowchart diagram.

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