https://open.alberta.ca/feeds/custom.atom?pubtype=Guide&topic=Environment&organization=environmentandparksOpen Government - Custom query2024-03-29T12:02:54.953101+00:00Alberta Open Governmentpython-feedgenRecently created or updated datasets on Open Government. Custom query: ''https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/7f234172-a595-47b0-b8f9-4b3739bbcfdaAnnual emissions inventory report standard and guidance document : 2018 and 2019 emissions inventory years. Version 1.02023-09-05T21:26:39.528640+00:00Includes information to assist EPEA-approved industrial operations with meeting the annual emissions inventory reporting requirements set out in the Air Monitoring Directive Reporting Chapter and the Substance Release Regulation. Although mainly a guidance document, the AEIR Standard is also a reporting standard and does have some mandatory requirements that are required to be met or followed.2018-10-12T17:53:24.946837+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/ed4ad469-dc64-4847-9a58-3904818c14d3Aquatic invasive species pocket guide2023-09-05T21:32:25.400807+00:00In Alberta, aquatic invasive species and diseases pose a major threat to our freshwater ecosystems. This guide includes 52 prohibited species, all of which are illegal to import, transport, sell and possess in Alberta. Additional species and pathogens of high concern have also been included.2018-08-29T17:47:54.155657+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/df23823b-b7fd-49f3-8ce1-ab71b491cd42BIC scale for delineating petroleum hydrocarbons in organic soils and compost2023-09-05T21:59:04.547105+00:00This information Letter describes the Biogenic Interference Calculation Scale and regulatory requirements for its use in Alberta. It provides guidance on analytical and reporting requirements when using the scale for closure at sites regulated by Alberta Environment and Parks or the Alberta Energy Regulator.2018-06-04T21:24:49.676784+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/18e56946-cbd3-4eef-aa6a-a5e0b54af758Ecological sites of the Lower Foothills subregion. Second approximation2023-09-06T14:56:21.358979+00:00The Lower Foothills subregion is a classic example of multiple use land. The land provides summer range for livestock, primary habitat for wildlife, productive watersheds, timber and recreational areas. The purpose of this guide was to develop a framework that would easily group the ecological sites and vegetative community types in the subregion. This guide represents the analysis of 1,950 plots representing 115 community types. The dominant plant species, canopy cover and environmental conditions are outlined for each type.2018-10-22T15:42:43.937561+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/e2d7d93c-8ce2-4db7-8356-2e6b844f5463Interim guidance to authorize reuse of municipal and industrial wastewater2023-09-06T15:43:33.030874+00:00Provides guidance on the use of treated municipal and/or industrial wastewater as a source of water for hydraulic fracturing and other secondary uses. Reuse of treated wastewater for hydraulic fracturing may be a reasonable and preferable alternative to use of potable water or water from streams and shallow aquifers, and wastewater reuse will be considered and supported as a water supply option during development of an alternative water use policy for the oil and gas industry, and in the development of a broader set of reuse policy directives.2018-05-23T20:04:40.958639+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/00253448-a3c3-4004-9f08-5a4c7ec93d9eMajorville guidelines for land and resource management2023-09-06T16:30:21.918368+00:00This document contains the Government of Alberta's operational policy for the management of public land and public assets (that is, natural resources and historic resources that fall under the jurisdiction of the province) in the Majorville planning area.2018-07-31T21:02:59.816527+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/564ee241-94bb-4773-a306-d49d2557ae81Process for the issuance and maintenance of applications/amendments and dispositions for commercial, industrial and recreational operations on public land2023-09-06T16:51:53.063933+00:00This document provides a brief overview to applicants of the administrative processes related to the issuance and maintenance of commercial, industrial and recreational applications issued under the Public Lands Administration Regulation.2018-03-05T22:13:00.756527+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/d925bce7-4564-40ab-a1e1-1ef2b34a845bQuick reference guide : fish and wildlife internet mapping tool2023-09-06T17:04:43.592158+00:00This guide provides users with a general overview on how to use the Fish and Wildlife Internet Mapping Tool to view species inventory spatial data generated by the Fisheries and Wildlife Management Information System, and how to generate reports and maps using available data.2018-12-20T15:10:51.161307+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/b5ef5c6d-e1ac-478e-a311-d30dd247f07fRange inventory manual for forest reserve allotments and grazing leases within rocky mountain, foothills, parkland and grassland natural regions2023-09-06T17:12:26.462235+00:00The Range Inventory Manual provides a structured methodology to complete a detailed survey of the rangeland resource. It sets out a methodology to stratify the landscape into management units and describe these units by standardized vegetation data collection. The purpose of an inventory is to quantify the landscape to provide a basis for management decisions that will maintain the natural ecological functions of each management unit.2018-05-29T18:58:35.899840+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/3912afc4-d049-40f0-a586-ab796ffccf0eRecovery strategies for industrial development in native grassland for the foothills fescue, foothills parkland and montane natural subregions of Alberta. First approximation2023-09-06T17:17:49.887386+00:00This manual has been developed for planners, land managers, land owners, reclamation practitioners and regulatory authorities to identify suitable strategies to minimize further impacts to Foothills rough fescue grassland ecosystems. It provides learning from recent academic research as well as long-term monitoring field studies and identifies strategies designed to retain and restore Foothills Fescue, Foothills Parkland and Montane ecosystems.2018-10-19T22:12:29.204147+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/3d477107-4d64-4858-8af4-bdc47a261311Surface public land standing search : detailed descriptions2023-09-06T19:10:43.666690+00:00This booklet contains an annotated example of the Public Land Standing Report, which can be run from the Geographic Land Information Management and Planning System (GLIMPS) and which contains information specific to any Crown interest and/or activity on a given quarter section of land. GLIMPS is a computerized database system which forms the official departmental record for all surface interests (activities) on crown land in the Province of Alberta.2018-09-21T15:42:08.543056+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/ae43faff-6405-443d-a07a-d541d04c52f0Technical guidance for the assessment of additionality2023-09-06T19:13:35.042574+00:00This provides specific guidance to stakeholders when assessing the additionality of a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions or sequestration of GHGs under the Alberta emission offset system. In order to demonstrate the additionality of the activities that are included or proposed to be included in the development or revision of an emission offset quantification protocol, the use of the tools contained in this technical guidance is a requirement for both the Alberta Climate Change Office and stakeholders. This document explains both the roles each of these parties play, and the process used for reviewing and assessing additionality during protocol development or revision.2018-05-31T20:28:15.301013+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/387dbb79-38eb-47a7-87c0-d8532e4c1410Alberta hunting draws2023-09-27T19:29:56.145988+00:00Environment and Sustainable Resource DevelopmentAn overview of Alberta hunting regulations which pertain to applying on the draws for special licences. Includes information on the draw and how to apply.2015-05-13T15:03:23.666525+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/522f2a59-0aeb-4bd2-9112-ed40e527822eContent requirements for survey plans and sketches : for disposition and disposition reservation activities affecting public lands (excludes Agricultural Activities). [Version 4]2023-10-04T17:53:29.837476+00:00The survey and sketch plans requirements for the preparation of a survey and/or sketch to be submitted to Forestry, Parks and Tourism (FPT) and the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) for a public lands disposition. The requirements include dispositions and Provisional Roadways (RDS) and Disposition Reservations (DRS), on public lands managed by FPT and the AER. This manual does not include the survey and sketch requirements for agricultural activities on public land.2022-09-23T19:13:49.202384+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/112afb11-c320-45af-b644-6d71a82b77a8Public lands survey manual. Version 2.x2023-10-26T19:08:30.446237+00:00Provides a resource for land surveyors preparing plans for submission for public lands disposition submissions.2021-01-12T15:58:56.002734+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/2a043158-fc48-45d5-9f19-b1ef78ade186Electronic reporting of continuous emission monitoring (CEMS) information user manual. Version 3.x2023-10-26T19:22:35.832446+00:00The intent of this user manual is to provide guidance on the procedures to be followed to successfully create, upload, verify, and submit the monthly CEM data to Alberta Environment and Parks and the Alberta Energy Regulator.2021-12-03T17:46:16.335006+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/06fc95bc-83c3-4978-8c00-5a4933776a7cFish and wildlife internet mapping tool : metadata guide2024-01-10T17:36:48.006560+00:00This guide provides users of the Fish and Wildlife Internet Mapping Tool with a listing of Alberta Environment and Parks datasets relevant to fish and wildlife species inventory data.2018-12-19T23:29:30.802466+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/cacf5453-7170-4177-b897-da6260859dcdGuide to applying PLAR in the context of Aboriginal peoples’ rights2024-02-21T23:25:39.283846+00:00This guide describes how the Public Lands Administration Regulation applies in the context of Aboriginal peoples' rights, so that the regulation is applied in a way that is supportive of Aboriginal peoples' rights and of reconciliation with Aboriginal peoples. 2024-02-21T22:03:47.092352+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/91329231-4535-4706-b67b-4ebe25ea1271Guide to applying PLAR in the context of Aboriginal peoples’ rights [2018 to 2022]2024-02-21T23:30:09.165873+00:00This guide describes how the Public Lands Administration Regulation applies in the context of Aboriginal peoples' rights, so that the regulation is applied in a way that is supportive of Aboriginal peoples' rights and reconciliation of Aboriginal peoples.2018-04-04T21:20:55.116102+00:00https://open.alberta.ca/dataset/bf6f994d-60f9-4b1d-b4a5-ca631934f262Guide to Water Act authorizations required for excavations (dugouts, borrow pits and other types of pits/excavations) [2020]2024-03-04T20:25:22.846835+00:00This document clarifies authorization and application requirements under the Water Act and the Water (Ministerial) Regulation where excavations into the ground are proposed. Typically, excavations into the ground that may trigger Water Act authorizations are dugouts, borrow pits, pits, or other pits/excavations. This guide does not address excavations that may be created for the purpose of drainage, flood control, erosion control, or channel realignment. Also not addressed by this guide is the issue of whether evaporative loss is considered a "diversion of water" under the Water Act.2020-10-08T20:39:12.796589+00:00