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Frequently asked questions : designated industrial requisition credit for uncollectable designated industrial property tax requisition

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The guideline is to assist municipalities in applying for the Provincial Education Requisition Credit for uncollectable education property taxes on oil and gas properties and for the Designated... More ≫

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The guideline is to assist municipalities in applying for the Provincial Education Requisition Credit for uncollectable education property taxes on oil and gas properties and for the Designated Industrial Requisition Credit for any uncollectable Designated Industrial property tax requisition. The two programs were established to assist municipalities where taxes related to requisitioned amounts cannot be collected from property owners.

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Water shortage management stages

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The Government of Alberta ensures the quality and quantity of Alberta's water resources under the Water Act, which supports and promotes the conservation and management of water. During times of... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta ensures the quality and quantity of Alberta's water resources under the Water Act, which supports and promotes the conservation and management of water. During times of drought and water shortage, it may be necessary for the government to take management action to protect the aquatic environment and integrity of the water management system. This fact sheet defines the five stages of water management and the potential management actions in each of those stages.

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Ground source heat exchange systems in Alberta

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Ground source heat exchange systems, or geo-exchange systems, take heat from the ground in winter (for heating) and transfer heat back into the ground in summer (for cooling). This fact sheet... More ≫

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Ground source heat exchange systems, or geo-exchange systems, take heat from the ground in winter (for heating) and transfer heat back into the ground in summer (for cooling). This fact sheet outlines the approvals required and the standards to be met for contractors drilling vertical closed-loop ground source heat exchange wells.

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Conventional oil and gas sector : TIER fact sheet

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As of January 1, 2020, the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction automatically applies to facilities that emit 100,000 tonnes or more of carbon dioxide equivalent greenhouse gases. Oil and... More ≫

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As of January 1, 2020, the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction automatically applies to facilities that emit 100,000 tonnes or more of carbon dioxide equivalent greenhouse gases. Oil and gas facilities under this threshold have the option to voluntarily become a regulated facility under TIER by becoming an aggregate facility. This fact sheet provides an overview of the benefits of being regulated, how to become a regulated facility, reduction requirements, and associated costs of being a regulated facility.

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Critical minerals : Alberta’s natural resources for transition to lower carbon economy

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Worldwide demand for metals and critical minerals is increasing rapidly in response to growing populations, technological advancement and the global shift towards a lower carbon economy. This fact... More ≫

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Worldwide demand for metals and critical minerals is increasing rapidly in response to growing populations, technological advancement and the global shift towards a lower carbon economy. This fact sheet looks at the province's pathways to become a preferred producer and supplier of metallic and industrial minerals and products, helping to meet increasing demand while creating jobs and attracting investment to Alberta.

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Indigenous partnerships and prosperity

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Highlights the work being done by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation to create opportunities for Indigenous investment in major natural resources, agriculture, telecommunications and... More ≫

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Highlights the work being done by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation to create opportunities for Indigenous investment in major natural resources, agriculture, telecommunications and transportation projects.

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Diversified electricity generation : powering Alberta’s future ESG performance

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This fact sheet looks at how Alberta is enabling large-scale diversified electricity generation through its open and deregulated power grid. Alberta's deregulated market structure and stable... More ≫

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This fact sheet looks at how Alberta is enabling large-scale diversified electricity generation through its open and deregulated power grid. Alberta's deregulated market structure and stable policy environment continue to support the rapid growth of the renewable energy industry in the province, which has also had a positive effect on lowering emission levels.

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Helium : facts and figures

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Helium plays a prominent role in medical imaging, fiber optics/semiconductor manufacturing, laser welding, leak detection, superconductivity development, aerospace, defense, and energy programs.... More ≫

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Helium plays a prominent role in medical imaging, fiber optics/semiconductor manufacturing, laser welding, leak detection, superconductivity development, aerospace, defense, and energy programs. This fact sheet looks at the current state and future of the helium industry in Alberta.

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Brine-hosted minerals development : implementation of the Mineral Resource Development Act

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Mineral exploration and development is changing rapidly, driven by innovative technologies and shifting societal demands. Brine-hosted minerals, such as lithium, are extracted from deep saline... More ≫

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Mineral exploration and development is changing rapidly, driven by innovative technologies and shifting societal demands. Brine-hosted minerals, such as lithium, are extracted from deep saline groundwater, also known as brine. This fact sheet explains regulations that have been developed to establish tenure for new and emerging technologies to develop brine-hosted minerals, to update requirements for rock-hosted mineral tenure, and to enable the Alberta Energy Regulator to become the full lifecycle regulator for the province's brine-hosted mineral resources.

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Alberta’s critical minerals potential

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Alberta has potential for many critical minerals and is well-positioned to become a preferred supplier of raw materials and products. The factsheet lists minerals that have potential to be... More ≫

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Alberta has potential for many critical minerals and is well-positioned to become a preferred supplier of raw materials and products. The factsheet lists minerals that have potential to be produced in Alberta.

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