https://open.alberta.ca/feeds/custom.atom?audience=Entrepreneur%2FSelf-employed&topic=EnvironmentOpen Government - Custom query2024-03-28T20:34:25.024441+00:00Alberta Open Governmentpython-feedgenRecently created or updated datasets on Open Government. Custom query: 'economic development and trade'https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/24803365-4dd9-429c-819b-97de253672d6Annual Total Precipitation 1971-20002024-03-28T02:48:39.696840+00:00The data represents the annual total precipitation in Alberta over the 30-year period from 1971 to 2000. A 30-year period is used to describe the present climate since it is enough time to filter our short-term fluctuations but is not dominated by any long-term trend in the climate. Annual total precipitation refers to rain, snow and other forms of moisture such as hail. Annual precipitation is greatest in the mountains and decreases at lower elevations. In the agricultural areas of the province, 50 to60 percent of annual precipitation generally occurs during the growing season, mostly as rain.Precipitation in any month can be extremely variable with the variability of precipitation being greater in southern Alberta than in the Peace River Region and central Alberta. However, long-term (30-year) data provides a reliable indication of what to expect in any given location. Climate information is used as a long-term planning tool, in selecting a location for a farm or planning a cropping program. Crop producers generally look at the most likely weather conditions rather than the extremes because the key inputs and decisions are made well in advance of achieving results. By combining knowledge of the agricultural operation with knowledge of what is likely to happen (climate), the producer can then decide on the acceptable level of risk due to adverse conditions. This resource was created using ArcGIS2020-04-30T03:18:29.182558+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/760b719d-1904-4750-8ac6-db2e65ef6ab2Frost Free Period 1971-20002024-03-28T02:48:36.257593+00:00The data represents the frost-free period in Alberta over the 30-year period from 1971 to 2000. A 30-year period is used to describe the present climate since it is enough time to filter out short-term fluctuations but is not dominated by any long-term trend in the climate. The frost-free period is the number of days between the last date of 00C in the spring and the first date of 00C in the fall. Frost free periods in Alberta vary from 125 days in the south to less than 85 days in higher elevation, non-agricultural areas.The frost-free period is presented as days above 0°.C in the following classes: less than 85, 85 to 95, 95 to 105, 105 to 115, 115 to 125 and greater than 125. This resource was created using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:17:24.286920+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/8d950f2f-0a89-41b1-a778-2e51485edbe4Areal Extent of Wetlands2024-03-28T02:48:42.201663+00:00The data represents the density of wetland habitat in the agricultural region of Alberta in 2002. Wetlands are depressional areas that are wet for a long enough period that the plant and animals living in them are adapted to, and often dependent on, living in wet conditions for at least part of their life cycle. In drier areas of the province, wetlands tend to be more intermittent, while in wetter areas, wetlands tend to be more persistent. Topography also affects the occurrence of wetlands. Hummocky landscapes allow for pooling of water in depressions, while landscapes with longer slopes (e.g. the foothills) generally have better defined surface drainage patterns. A wetland in influenced by the interaction between the wet area, the wetland margin and upland area.Wetlands provide important habitat for waterfowl and many other types of wildlife. Wetlands reduce the impact of flooding, provide erosion control, purify water by removing sediment and nutrients, and contribute to groundwater recharge. This resource was created using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:19:24.352309+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/ed3e958e-167e-4c8b-b7f0-252bc6ea92aaChemical Expense Index 20012024-03-28T02:48:39.424630+00:00The data represents the relative expense of farm chemicals (herbicides, insecticides and fungicides) in the agricultural area of Alberta. It is an estimate of the degree to which crop production agriculture may contribute to surface or groundwater contamination.Agriculture production that makes greater use of herbicides, insecticides and pesticides in generally considered more intensive. Presenting the relative farm chemical expenses by SLC polygons reveals where the most intensive agricultural production in the province occurs. Chemical use is part of an equation to determine a measure of surface water quality risk. If an area is known to have certain risk factors that would affect not only surface, but groundwater quality as well, a higher chemical expense index ranking in that same area may be of concern. Where risks of surface or groundwater contamination exist, environmental farm planning can help to minimize them.2020-04-30T03:18:25.042327+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/1b10d896-af24-4b1c-82a0-f75c333fa941Cold Lake Sub-Regional Plan Spatial Data2024-03-28T02:48:58.975497+00:00Sub-regional plans support working landscapes that provide economic opportunities and maintain healthy landscapes by outlining management approaches and requirements for development and human footprint restoration. These plans enable public lands to support the interests of all Albertans, including Indigenous peoples, for the present and into the future. The Cold Lake Sub-Regional Plan Spatial Data dataset contains spatial data that can be used for planning as described within the Cold Lake Sub-regional Plan (2022). The following datasets are available: Cold Lake Watercourse/Waterbody Setbacks, and Cold Lake Recreational Management Areas.2022-10-25T03:45:14.412627+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/6c7e9bb6-17e1-4e41-b49c-23261c8eefbcNumber of Species at Risk2024-03-28T02:51:02.277950+00:00This map, created in 2002 using ArcGIS, describes the number of animal and plant species that are at risk in Alberta. 'Species at risk' is a term used by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) that includes the following categories of plants and animals:Extirpated species - no longer in the wild in Canada.Endangered species - species facing imminent extirpation or extinction.Threatened species - likely to become an endangered species if nothing is done to reverse factors leading to its extirpation or extinction.Species of special concern - species that may become threatened or endangered due to biological characteristics or identified threats.2020-04-30T04:11:58.956785+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/e6a7df96-3947-48e9-b40d-07a76c0a12f5Fertilizer Expense Index 20012024-03-28T02:48:51.063766+00:00The data represents the relative expense of fertilizer and lime in the agricultural area of Alberta. It is an estimate of the degree to which agriculture may affect nutrient levels in surface and groundwater. The classes shown on the map are ranked between 0 (lowest) and 1 (highest).Mapping the relative values of fertilizer expenses by SLC polygon area is useful as an indication of where more fertilizer is applied in the province and as a proxy indicator for crop production.It also suggests the relative agricultural intensity in various parts of the province. This resource was created in 2002 using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:22:32.056992+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/8d6ff780-11e0-4f8a-96aa-d04eeebae458Wind Erosion Risk2024-03-28T02:48:32.302394+00:00This map displays the risk of soil degradation by wind in the agricultural region of Alberta. Wind erosion is a concern because it reduces soil quality by removing soil nutrients, smaller soil particles and organic matter. Wind erosion can reduce air quality during extreme erosion events and also reduce water quality if eroded particles drift into streams and lakes. The map uses five classes to describe the wind erosion risk on bare, unprotected mineral soil: negligible, low, moderate, high and severe. This resource was created using ArcGIS. It was originally published as a print map in 1989.2020-04-30T03:16:02.865885+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/5ddfe481-229f-449a-96a1-4c361aa8f2beGround Water Quality Risk2024-03-28T02:48:41.507758+00:00This map displays an assessment of groundwater quality risk for the agricultural area of Alberta. Agricultural activities that may have an impact on groundwater quality include livestock, crop production and agrochemical use. These activities along with the physical characteristics represented by aquifer vulnerability and available moisture were combined to produce this map. The classes shown on the map were ranked from 0 (lowest risk) to 1 (highest risk). This resource was created in 2005 using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:19:10.391983+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/bd71df53-543d-4359-9d17-8f1bb3b5ab90Water Erosion Risk2024-03-28T02:49:01.022526+00:00This map displays the risk of soil degradation by water in the agricultural region of Alberta. Water erosion is a concern because it reduces soil quality by removing soil particles and nutrients, and reduces water quality if these particles are carried into nearby water bodies. The map uses five classes to describe the water erosion risk on bare, unprotected mineral soil: negligible, low, moderate, high and severe.This resource was created using ArcGIS, originally published as a print map in 1993 .2020-04-30T03:25:18.161215+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/8ce8abe1-d644-4134-baa9-389eebd63a05Surface Water Quality Risk2024-03-28T02:48:45.068434+00:00This map displays an assessment of surface water quality risk for the agricultural area of Alberta. Agricultural activities that may have an impact on surface water quality, including livestock, crop production and agrochemical use, were identified and used to produce this map. The classes shown on the map were ranked from 0 (lowest risk) to 1 (highest risk).This resource was created in 2002 using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:20:23.016871+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/94e38a40-085a-4c8a-a7c4-5b46e03702c3Aquifer Vulnerability Index2024-03-28T02:48:38.094282+00:00The Aquifer Vulnerability Index (AVI) is a method of assessing the vulnerability of aquifers to surface contaminants in Alberta. An aquifer is a geological formation that is permeable enough to transmit sufficient quantities of water to possible to support the development of water wells. In the assessment of aquifer vulnerability to potential contamination, the depth to the aquifer and the types of geological materials above them are considered. For example, aquifers closer to the surface overlain with pervious surface materials are more vulnerable to contaminants, as compared to aquifers found deeper and covered with a thick layer of impervious material. The AVI ratings indicate the potential of surficial materials to transmit water withy contaminants to the aquifer over a period of time. This data was created in 2002 using ArcGIS.2020-04-30T03:17:59.145212+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/c65e0614-c7c6-4ce7-8c77-10be2374b6aaDerived Ecosite Phase v2.02024-03-28T02:48:53.435359+00:00Derived Ecosite Phase (DEP) v2.0 is a digital and spatial representation of ecological sites and phases in those areas of Alberta where both Alberta Vegetation Inventory (AVI) and lidar are available. The AVI is an imagery-based digital inventory developed to identify the type, extent and conditions of vegetation, where it exists and what changes are occurring. The most up-to-date ecological site phases can be found in the Ecological Site Guides. Guides are broken into individual Natural Subregions. See the Cross Reference Section for additional information. This dataset is produced for the Government of Alberta and is available to the general public. Please consult the Distribution Information of this metadata for the appropriate contact to acquire this dataset.This dataset covers the areas of Alberta where there is both AVI and lidar coverage (mainly in the Green Area). AVIE and lidar-derived slope position were created by the Forest Stewardship and Trade Branch, Forestry Division, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. Rules used to classify the data were developed by the Rangeland Conservation and Stewardship Branch, Lands Division, Alberta Environment and Parks.2020-12-19T04:56:52.110837+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/d7c5aac7-4da7-4949-9670-3fd205ed03e2Biodiversity Risk2024-03-28T02:49:00.005483+00:00The data represents an assessment of biodiversity risk for the agricultural area of Alberta in 2002. Biodiversity risk refers to the loss of biological diversity, or the variety of plant and animal life in agricultural landscapes. This map, created in ArcGIS, tries to show where biodiversity could be threatened, such as in areas with significant habitat that coincide with areas of greater agricultural economic activity. Biodiversity is believed to affect the overall health of the environment.2020-04-30T03:25:02.537046+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/da07e4d0-bf30-45a8-b0d2-a6fcb3939a7aAlberta Vegetation Inventory (AVI) Crown Post-Inventory Harvest Areas2024-03-28T02:51:04.619891+00:00The purpose of this dataset is to identify areas harvested after the date of the inventory. The Forest Stewardship and Trade Branch is responsible for the creation and maintenance of these boundaries for Crown-managed Forest Management Units. This dataset is produced for the Government of Alberta and is available to the general public.2022-03-25T05:30:54.501532+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/fbec60b9-55d9-4aed-a541-8d6199fdfe7aAlberta Township System to Census Subdivision Concordance2018-04-16T21:16:08.090953+00:00Concordance file showing which Census Subdivision a particular Township land parcel is in. Also has geo-coordinate for CSD centre. For general use purposes, as some inaccuracies may exist.2017-06-06T16:33:13.614968+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/a3f3ca23-0888-49eb-8d5d-b8a1a06d5bcaFrequently asked questions : CCITF - GreenSTEM2023-08-30T15:15:31.638267+00:00Provides 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.2018-09-24T22:13:39.326766+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/4885ba49-049c-42ca-8d77-4eda1affc39aGreenSTEM program guide2020-01-31T17:07:32.471034+00:00Provides 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.2020-01-27T17:07:39.292445+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/69f36246-e9b3-40f1-b006-e057619cfdfdFrequently asked questions : GreenSTEM pilot2020-01-31T17:07:13.601345+00:00Provides 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.2020-01-27T17:26:07.615438+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/1ef577d9-d54d-45a4-ac49-3d5722ad99bcClimate change innovation and technology framework : GreenSTEM program guide2023-08-30T15:13:45.598601+00:00Provides 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.2018-09-24T22:06:57.189783+00:00