Publications

Factsheet on the directive for monitoring the impact of sulphur dust on soils

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This fact sheet serves as a companion publication to the Directive for Monitoring the Impact of Sulphur Dust on Soils (2015) to support implementation of the Directive, as amended. It may be... More ≫

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This fact sheet serves as a companion publication to the Directive for Monitoring the Impact of Sulphur Dust on Soils (2015) to support implementation of the Directive, as amended. It may be periodically updated.

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Minimum setbacks for manure application based on the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA)

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act includes regulations for spreading manure or compost for all livestock operations in Alberta. The manure spreading regulations include requirements for... More ≫

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act includes regulations for spreading manure or compost for all livestock operations in Alberta. The manure spreading regulations include requirements for manure incorporation, soil nitrogen and salinity limits, setback distances, record keeping and soil testing. This fact sheet serves as a quick reference of the manure-spreading requirements and can be printed and laminated for use in the field.

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Agricultural Operation Practices Act : where neighbours fit into the process [2020]

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) is provincial legislation which sets manure management standards for all operations that handle manure. The Act defines siting and construction... More ≫

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) is provincial legislation which sets manure management standards for all operations that handle manure. The Act defines siting and construction standards for manure storages and collection facilities and sets out regulations governing the management of manure. Through the application process, directly affected neighbours and municipalities have an opportunity to address environmental concerns. As well, through the complaint process, neighbours can address environmental and nuisance concerns regarding an agricultural operation. This series outlines the application and complaint processes in more detail.

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International review of non-attainment area air quality management tools and techniques

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This report presents a jurisdictional review of regulatory strategies and tools used to manage and improve air quality in “non-attainment” areas, which are geographic areas where air quality has... More ≫

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This report presents a jurisdictional review of regulatory strategies and tools used to manage and improve air quality in “non-attainment” areas, which are geographic areas where air quality has been identified as exceeding (or close to exceeding) established air quality goals or standards. Recommendations for potential improvements to non-attainment area air quality management mechanisms in Alberta are also presented.

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Directive for monitoring the impact of sulphur dust on soils [2015]

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Specifies regulatory requirements and provides guidance for monitoring and mitigation of the impacts of air-borne sulphur dust on soils from sulphur handling, processing and storage facilities.

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Lower Athabasca regional plan strategies

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a... More ≫

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a Biodiversity Management Framework, Landscape Management Plan and the South Athabasca Oil Sands Regional Strategic Assessment and Sub-regional plan. The LARP identifies strategic directions that will improve our ability to achieve desired economic, environmental and social outcomes in the region.

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Agricultural Operation Practices Act : where neighbours fit into the process [2014]

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act is provincial legislation which sets manure management standards for all operations that handle manure. The Act defines siting and construction standards... More ≫

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The Agricultural Operation Practices Act is provincial legislation which sets manure management standards for all operations that handle manure. The Act defines siting and construction standards for manure storages and collection facilities and sets out regulations governing the management of manure. Through the application process, directly affected neighbours and municipalities have an opportunity to address environmental concerns. As well, through the complaint process, neighbours can address environmental and nuisance concerns regarding an agricultural operation. This series outlines the application and complaint processes in more detail.

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Using ambient air quality objectives in industrial dispersion modelling and individual industrial site monitoring

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This Guideline was developed to ensure consistency in the interpretation of the use of ambient air quality objectives within Alberta’s industrial air management system. It outlines the process... More ≫

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This Guideline was developed to ensure consistency in the interpretation of the use of ambient air quality objectives within Alberta’s industrial air management system. It outlines the process for: the implementation of new or revised ambient air quality objectives; interpreting and acting on modelled concentrations in relation to ambient air quality objectives; setting additional individual industrial site monitoring; and specifying a procedure for calculating ambient concentrations over different averaging times.

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A guide to remediation certificates for upstream oil & gas sites

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This... More ≫

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The Remediation Certificate Regulation has been developed as a formal system of regulatory closure for sites that fall under Part 5 of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. This legislation provides certainty to site owners, managers and other stakeholders involved with a contaminated site. It ensures that regulatory issues for a given release are no longer a concern under a given land use within a remediated area.

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Alberta brownfield redevelopment : practical approaches to achieve productive community use

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active... More ≫

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A brownfield site is defined as "an abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized property where past actions have resulted in actual or perceived contamination and where there is an active potential for productive community use including reuse and full redevelopment." The Working Group analyzed information from Alberta and other jurisdictions, identified issues, created and evaluated options to prepare recommendations and advice for the Minister of Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Municipal Affairs.

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