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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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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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Climate change innovation and technology framework : GreenSTEM program guide

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Provides a high-level overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program from application to post-completion. The program is a cleantech-focused entrepreneurial fellowship that provides seed funding to... More ≫

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Provides a high-level overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program from application to post-completion. The program is a cleantech-focused entrepreneurial fellowship that provides seed funding to hard-tech spinouts and startups from Alberta's research universities, facilitated lab access mentorship, and technology business skills development. GreenSTEM is a new pilot program under the Climate Change Innovation and Technology Framework's Emerging Clean Technology Partnerships Program.

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Frequently asked questions : GreenSTEM pilot

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Provides a quick overview of the GreenSTEM program and how to apply for funding through the program. GreenSTEM is a cleantech-focused fellowship to enable hard-tech spin outs and start-ups from... More ≫

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Provides a quick overview of the GreenSTEM program and how to apply for funding through the program. GreenSTEM is a cleantech-focused fellowship to enable hard-tech spin outs and start-ups from Alberta's research universities through access to seed funding, facilitated lab access mentorship, and technology business skills development.

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GreenSTEM program guide

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Provides a high-level overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program from application to post-completion. The program is intended to enable hard-tech spin outs and start-ups from Alberta's research... More ≫

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Provides a high-level overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program from application to post-completion. The program is intended to enable hard-tech spin outs and start-ups from Alberta's research universities through access to seed funding, facilitated lab access mentorship, and technology business skills development.

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Frequently asked questions : CCITF - GreenSTEM

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Provides a quick overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program and how to apply for funding through the program. GreenSTEM is a cleantech-focused entrepreneurial Fellowship that provides seed funding to... More ≫

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Provides a quick overview of the GreenSTEM pilot program and how to apply for funding through the program. GreenSTEM is a cleantech-focused entrepreneurial Fellowship that provides seed funding to hard-tech spinouts and startups from Alberta's research universities through access to seed funding, facilitated lab access mentorship, and technology business skills development.

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