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Ontario emissions trading : review and assessment

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The implementation of the Emissions Trading Code in Ontario in 2001 introduced the use of market-based instruments for reducing emissions of nitric oxide and sulphur dioxide in that province. The... More ≫

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The implementation of the Emissions Trading Code in Ontario in 2001 introduced the use of market-based instruments for reducing emissions of nitric oxide and sulphur dioxide in that province. The intent of the Code was to help Ontario move ahead on economic and environmental objectives, including: reducing the deficit, ensuring a sound financial footing for environmental infrastructure and services, encouraging innovation, and enhancing competitiveness. This report reviews and assesses the impact of the Code, and presents some learnings for Alberta.

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Regional economic overview and outlook for southern Alberta

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This report was compiled to describe the overall sectoral characteristics and trends in economic activity in southern Alberta, to identify key drivers that may determine the future direction of... More ≫

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This report was compiled to describe the overall sectoral characteristics and trends in economic activity in southern Alberta, to identify key drivers that may determine the future direction of the economy, and to give a general description of the types of environmental impacts that might be expected as a result of economic development in key sectors. Data included in this report were collected through a document and literature review and through interviews with social and environmental scientists, economists, industry representatives, and government officials.

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Exploring the potential for an air emissions trading system for Alberta : lessons learned from existing trading regimes : final report

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As part of the the development of a strategy to enhance the province's air emissions management framework, the Government of Alberta explored the potential for implementing an Alberta-based air... More ≫

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As part of the the development of a strategy to enhance the province's air emissions management framework, the Government of Alberta explored the potential for implementing an Alberta-based air pollutant and greenhouse gas emissions trading system and other alternative approaches to setting air emissions limits for the Province as a whole as well as for potential participants in the trading regime. This study was commissioned to inform Alberta's decision-making process by evaluating relevant multipollutant trading regimes operating in other jurisdictions and developing a set of lessons learned that could be applicable to the Alberta setting.

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Initial scoping of GHG emissions trading potential in Alberta : CABREE discussion paper

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This discussion paper provides an initial scoping of the potential for an emissions trading system in Alberta, specifically focused on greenhouse gases. In doing so, an outline of the theory... More ≫

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This discussion paper provides an initial scoping of the potential for an emissions trading system in Alberta, specifically focused on greenhouse gases. In doing so, an outline of the theory behind the mechanism, current developments, important issues surrounding the design of a system, and the potential for including the different sectors in Alberta are included.

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Albertans & climate change : a strategy for managing environmental and economic risks

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This strategy outlines the government’s climate change approach of influencing the development of an effective national climate change response, while at the same time, taking action within the... More ≫

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This strategy outlines the government’s climate change approach of influencing the development of an effective national climate change response, while at the same time, taking action within the province to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Regional sustainable development strategy for the Athabasca Oil Sands area

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This document confirms, “Resources such as trees, minerals, wildlife, water, fish, range, public land and plants shall be managed in a manner that addresses their interdependence, and recognizes... More ≫

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This document confirms, “Resources such as trees, minerals, wildlife, water, fish, range, public land and plants shall be managed in a manner that addresses their interdependence, and recognizes that the use of one resource can affect other users and other resources. Environmental decisions will take into account economic impacts, and economic decisions will reflect environmental impacts.”

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Review of the regional input-output (IO) model developed for SAL

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Alberta Environment has retained Econometric Research Limited (ERL) to review and evaluate the SAL IO Model developed by Suren Kulshreshtha Dale Russell (K&R). The model integrates social,... More ≫

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Alberta Environment has retained Econometric Research Limited (ERL) to review and evaluate the SAL IO Model developed by Suren Kulshreshtha Dale Russell (K&R). The model integrates social, economic, and environmental information for southern Alberta and assesses the consequences of potential development scenarios on the region over the next two generation.

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An examination of the effects of economic growth on landscape features and processes in southern Alberta using ALCES (A Landscape Cumulative Effects Simulator)

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To help understand the cumulative effects of rapid economic growth on the southern Alberta landscape, modelling was done to simulate change over a 50-year period using two different scenarios. ... More ≫

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To help understand the cumulative effects of rapid economic growth on the southern Alberta landscape, modelling was done to simulate change over a 50-year period using two different scenarios. This report presents the results of the modelling.

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Regional sustainable development strategy for the Athabasca Oil Sands area : progress report

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This report provides an update on the implementation of the Regional Sustainable Development Strategy for the Athabasca Oil Sands Area (RSDS). The July 1999 release of the RSDS outlined a... More ≫

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This report provides an update on the implementation of the Regional Sustainable Development Strategy for the Athabasca Oil Sands Area (RSDS). The July 1999 release of the RSDS outlined a framework for managing cumulative environmental effects to ensure sustainable development in the Athabasca oil sands area in northeastern Alberta, a region experiencing tremendous economic growth, and at the same time, significant environmental impacts.

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Standards and guidelines for municipal waterworks, wastewater and storm drainage systems [2006]

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Sets out Alberta Environment’s standards and guidelines for municipal waterworks, wastewater and storm drainage facilities, which are directed at ensuring public health and environmental... More ≫

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Sets out Alberta Environment’s standards and guidelines for municipal waterworks, wastewater and storm drainage facilities, which are directed at ensuring public health and environmental protection. The objective is to develop comprehensive and scientifically defensible standards and guidelines that are effective, reliable, achievable and economically affordable. Section 1 details all the critical elements of the drinking water program and the associated design and/or performance standards. Section 2 provides general guidance on how to achieve a certain level of system performance or reliability. Good engineering and best management practices are included under this section.

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