Publications

Innovation Capital Working Group report and recommendations

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The Innovation Capital Working Group was established to provide government with advice on how to incentivize capital investment in the province’s tech and innovation ecosystems. The report... More ≫

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The Innovation Capital Working Group was established to provide government with advice on how to incentivize capital investment in the province’s tech and innovation ecosystems. The report includes 14 recommendations.

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Environmental performance : oil sands GHG emissions intensity

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Over the past several years, investors and shareholders in major energy companies have sought greater transparency on climate change-related financial risks. Whether due to conscientiousness or... More ≫

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Over the past several years, investors and shareholders in major energy companies have sought greater transparency on climate change-related financial risks. Whether due to conscientiousness or how potential carbon policies or prices may affect their investments over time, shareholders and investors are increasingly factoring in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance metrics and carbon risk when making investment decisions. This fact sheet was developed to encourage international investment in Alberta.

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Alberta's climate leadership plan : progressive climate policy

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This information sheet describes Alberta's Climate Leadership Plan, which was introduced in 2015 to reduce carbon emissions and diversify the economy. This fact sheet was developed to encourage... More ≫

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This information sheet describes Alberta's Climate Leadership Plan, which was introduced in 2015 to reduce carbon emissions and diversify the economy. This fact sheet was developed to encourage international investment in Alberta.

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Methods for managing tailings

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In oil sands mining, tailings are what remain after the oil has been removed from the ore that was mined out of the ground. Tailings are comprised of sand, silt, clay, water, solvents, process... More ≫

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In oil sands mining, tailings are what remain after the oil has been removed from the ore that was mined out of the ground. Tailings are comprised of sand, silt, clay, water, solvents, process chemicals and some residual bitumen. this fact sheet presents methods for managing tailing, it was developed to encourage international investment in Alberta.

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Alberta’s energy : a responsible investment

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The factors guiding energy investment decisions – climate change action, human rights and governance – are the same values guiding Alberta’s energy development. We hold ourselves accountable to... More ≫

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The factors guiding energy investment decisions – climate change action, human rights and governance – are the same values guiding Alberta’s energy development. We hold ourselves accountable to find solutions for the same key issues concerning investors. This fact sheet was developed to encourage international investment in Alberta.

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Alberta’s relationship with Indigenous Peoples : a path to reconciliation

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This information sheet describes how Alberta's relationship with Indigenous Peoples has evolved during the decades of oil, natural gas and oil sands development across the province. Today,... More ≫

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This information sheet describes how Alberta's relationship with Indigenous Peoples has evolved during the decades of oil, natural gas and oil sands development across the province. Today, Indigenous Peoples participate in setting the framework for land and resource management and development, ensuring effective consultation in Alberta. Indigenous perspectives and values are considered in the decision-making process, while there are also opportunities for Indigenous communities to be part of responsible resource development.

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Global Energy Market Outlook : hydrocarbon demand

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Summarizes information about global energy and hydrocarbon demand. This fact sheet was developed to encourage international investment in Alberta.

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Enhancing assurance : report and recommendations of the Regulatory Enhancement Task Force to the Minister of Energy

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Enhancing Assurance envisions a renewed Policy Development and Policy Assurance System for Alberta, and sets out an enhanced approach to the way government develops and assures policies around... More ≫

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Enhancing Assurance envisions a renewed Policy Development and Policy Assurance System for Alberta, and sets out an enhanced approach to the way government develops and assures policies around upstream oil and gas. The enhanced system will encourage innovation, have clear and predictable processes, enhance our province’s competitiveness and, most importantly, achieve the results Albertans want.

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