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Ministerial Order 002/2022 [Energy]

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This ministerial order restricts coal exploration and development on the Eastern Slopes.

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Final report : recommendations for the management of coal resources in Alberta

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The Coal Policy Committee was established on March 29, 2021 to make recommendations to the Government of Alberta about what it should consider in developing a new coal policy. This final report of... More ≫

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The Coal Policy Committee was established on March 29, 2021 to make recommendations to the Government of Alberta about what it should consider in developing a new coal policy. This final report of the committee contains eight principal recommendations for the long-term management of Alberta's coal resources.

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Engaging Albertans about coal

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The Coal Policy Committee was established on March 29, 2021 to make recommendations to the Government of Alberta about what it should consider in developing a new coal policy. As part of this... More ≫

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The Coal Policy Committee was established on March 29, 2021 to make recommendations to the Government of Alberta about what it should consider in developing a new coal policy. As part of this work, the committee was expected to undertake engagement with Albertans. This report outlines the major concepts and themes that emerged from that engagement process.

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Ministerial Order 093/2021 [Energy]

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This ministerial order makes the Coal Exploration Direction to halt coal exploration activities on Category 2 lands under the Responsible Energy Development Act.

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Mine Financial Security Program review

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Information on a planned review of the The Mine Financial Security Program (MFSP). The program is one of many liability management programs that ensure that Alberta's energy resources are... More ≫

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Information on a planned review of the The Mine Financial Security Program (MFSP). The program is one of many liability management programs that ensure that Alberta's energy resources are developed responsibly. The program helps manage coal and oil sands liabilities by collecting financial security from mine owners and protects the public from paying for project closure costs. Alberta's government is reviewing the MFSP to ensure appropriate funds are being collected to cover reclamation liabilities and ensure continuous program improvement.

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Environmental Assessment - Coal Valley Resources Inc. Robb Trend Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coal Valley Resources Inc. Robb Trend Project. The proposal is for expansion of the Coal Valley Mine to allow mining in the... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coal Valley Resources Inc. Robb Trend Project. The proposal is for expansion of the Coal Valley Mine to allow mining in the Robb Trend area, located within Yellowhead County in proximity to the community of Robb. The reserve estimate for the Project area is about 177.5 million tonnes of raw coal. The EIA was deemed complete in 2014. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Environmental Assessment - Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project. The proposal is for a project area that would cover about 2,500 hectares and... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project. The proposal is for a project area that would cover about 2,500 hectares and contains sites allocated for the coal mine and associated infrastructure. The project locatation is in Yellowhead County, approximately 10 km from the Hinton town boundary and extends away from Hinton to the southeast for about 12 km up to the McLeod River Valley. The EIA was deemed complete in 2013. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Environmental Assessment - Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project - EIA Report and application for approval

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Environmental Impact Assessment and associated applications pertaining to the proposed Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project. The proposal is for a project area that would cover about 2,500... More ≫

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Environmental Impact Assessment and associated applications pertaining to the proposed Coalspur Mines Ltd. Vista Coal Mine Project. The proposal is for a project area that would cover about 2,500 hectares and contains sites allocated for the coal mine and associated infrastructure. The project locatation is in Yellowhead County, approximately 10 km from the Hinton town boundary and extends away from Hinton to the southeast for about 12 km up to the McLeod River Valley. The EIA was deemed complete in 2013. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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Luscar & Gregg River mines land management plan : regional integrated decision

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Provides land and resource management objectives to guide ongoing and future reclamation activities. Provides clarity as to how the area may be accessed in future and what land use may be considered.

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Environmental Assessment - Coal Valley Resources Inc. Mercoal West/Yellowhead Tower Mine Expansion Project

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coal Valley Resources Inc. Mercoal West/Yellowhead Tower Mine Expansion Project. The proposal is to develop additional coal... More ≫

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Environmental assessment registry documents pertaining to the proposed Coal Valley Resources Inc. Mercoal West/Yellowhead Tower Mine Expansion Project. The proposal is to develop additional coal reserves adjacent to existing mining operations in Coal Valley in Yellowhead County. The proposed Mercoal West Mine Project would produce 7.2 million tonnes of processed coal and be located northwest of the community of Mercoal. The Yellowhead Tower Mine Project would produce 6.0 million tonnes of processed coal and be located northwest of the community of Coalspur. The EIA was deemed complete in 2009. For more information on the environmental assessment process visit ea.alberta.ca.

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