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Respecting our rivers : Alberta's approach to flood mitigation

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Through various mitigation efforts, we can provide layers of resiliency against flooding, reduce negative downstream impacts and bring together projects at the regional and local levels. Seven key... More ≫

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Through various mitigation efforts, we can provide layers of resiliency against flooding, reduce negative downstream impacts and bring together projects at the regional and local levels. Seven key elements will guide our approach to mitigation: watershed management, flood modelling and warning systems, risk management policies, water management and mitigation infrastructure, erosion control, local initiatives, and individual initiatives.

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Agreement to design, build, finance and operate Evan-Thomas water and wastewater treatment facilities upgrade Kananaskis Country Alberta, Canada

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Represents the agreement between the Government of Alberta and EPCOR Water Services Inc. to design, build and partially finance, and for a 10 year term to operate, maintain and renew, the... More ≫

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Represents the agreement between the Government of Alberta and EPCOR Water Services Inc. to design, build and partially finance, and for a 10 year term to operate, maintain and renew, the Evan-Thomas Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities Upgrade in Kananaskis Country.

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Greening government strategy : 2011-12 progress report

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This report highlights progress in implementing activities that support the Greening Government Strategy in 2011-12. The Greening Government Strategy was implemented in April 2010 to set the... More ≫

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This report highlights progress in implementing activities that support the Greening Government Strategy in 2011-12. The Greening Government Strategy was implemented in April 2010 to set the direction for the Government of Alberta to become a greener organization. The purpose of the strategy is to continuously reduce – in concrete and measurable ways – any detrimental environmental impacts that result from the Government of Alberta’s operations and overall purchasing practices.

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Greening government a year in review : 2010-11 progress report

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Albertans expect their government to lead the way in reducing the environmental impact of its business practices. This is why the Government of Alberta adopted the Greening Government Strategy.... More ≫

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Albertans expect their government to lead the way in reducing the environmental impact of its business practices. This is why the Government of Alberta adopted the Greening Government Strategy. The strategy, which was approved by Cabinet on April 28, 2010, outlines a coordinated, strategic approach that will build a government-wide culture that embraces environmental action. 2010-11 was an exciting time as it marked the first year of implementation, demonstrating the Government of Alberta’s commitment to reduce its environmental footprint. Implementation activities really began to take shape and a strong focus was placed on building a culture of green throughout the Government of Alberta.

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Greening government strategy

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The purpose of the strategy is to continuously reduce, in concrete and measurable ways, detrimental environmental impacts that result from Government of Alberta operations and overall procurement... More ≫

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The purpose of the strategy is to continuously reduce, in concrete and measurable ways, detrimental environmental impacts that result from Government of Alberta operations and overall procurement practices. The Greening Government Strategy consists of the Greening Government Policy and an Implementation Framework. Together these components ensure the Government of Alberta has the foundation to demonstrate its commitment to improve the environmental footprint of its business practices.

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