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High Tension Cable Barrier performance evaluation study

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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the operational, safety, and economic performance of the high tension cable barrier system installed in the median of Highway 2, between Airdrie and Red... More ≫

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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the operational, safety, and economic performance of the high tension cable barrier system installed in the median of Highway 2, between Airdrie and Red Deer and in the vicinity of Leduc. It finds that the barrier has reduced the severity of collisions, is highly cost effective, and can serve as a model for further application of this barrier application in Alberta and in other Canadian jurisdictions.

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Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between : Deputy Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development, and Deputy Minister of Transportation and Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA)

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This MOU establishes a framework within which the ministries of Environment and Sustainable Development and Transportation and the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association can work... More ≫

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This MOU establishes a framework within which the ministries of Environment and Sustainable Development and Transportation and the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association can work together to facilitate greenhouse gas emissions reductions that enable the industry to adjust to a carbon-constrained future and help Alberta meet the targets set out in the 2008 Alberta Climate Change Strategy and the Provincial Energy Strategy.

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Results for 2009 to 2012 achieved under greenhouse gas memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association and Government of Alberta

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In September 2009 the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) and the Government of Alberta signed a greenhouse gas memorandum of understanding. The parties agreed to work... More ≫

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In September 2009 the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA) and the Government of Alberta signed a greenhouse gas memorandum of understanding. The parties agreed to work together to enable the road building and heavy construction industry to improve energy efficiency, improve industry and the province's competitiveness, and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This report presents an overview of the activities, initiatives and accomplishments under the MOU that ended December 31, 2012.

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Greenhouse gas Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) and Government of Alberta (GOA) work-plan

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This memorandum of understanding outlines the requirement of a two- to three-year work plan, established by the Alberta Motor Transport Association GHG Coordinating Committee on a consensus basis,... More ≫

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This memorandum of understanding outlines the requirement of a two- to three-year work plan, established by the Alberta Motor Transport Association GHG Coordinating Committee on a consensus basis, with prioritized initiatives and delivery timelines. The work plan will be updated on an annual basis.

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Planning considerations for wildlife passage in urban environments : best practice guideline

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These guidelines provide project-specific guidance to assist Alberta Transportation in determining if wildlife accommodation is warranted and, if so, what best practices guidelines to consider... More ≫

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These guidelines provide project-specific guidance to assist Alberta Transportation in determining if wildlife accommodation is warranted and, if so, what best practices guidelines to consider for incorporation into environmental assessments.

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Technical memo : comparison of shoulder and ditch installations of High-Tension Cable Barrier on Highway 2

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Compares shoulder and ditch installations of high tension cable barrier (HTCB) on Highway 2 and sets out the rationale and advantages of locating HTCB at the shoulder (adjacent to the pavement)... More ≫

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Compares shoulder and ditch installations of high tension cable barrier (HTCB) on Highway 2 and sets out the rationale and advantages of locating HTCB at the shoulder (adjacent to the pavement) versus placement in the ditch.

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Technical memo : comparison of shoulder and ditch installations of high-tension cable barrier on Highway 2

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This technical memo provides advice to Alberta Transportation on whether there is any advantages in safety and operations that might result in the relocation of high tension median cable barriers... More ≫

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This technical memo provides advice to Alberta Transportation on whether there is any advantages in safety and operations that might result in the relocation of high tension median cable barriers along Highway 2 from road shoulder locations to the ditch.

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Greenhouse gas Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) and Government of Alberta (GOA) annual report

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The memorandum of understanding outlines the requirement of an annual report highlighting the activities of the Alberta Motor Transport Association GHG Coordinating Committee (AGCC), to be... More ≫

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The memorandum of understanding outlines the requirement of an annual report highlighting the activities of the Alberta Motor Transport Association GHG Coordinating Committee (AGCC), to be submitted to Deputy Ministers of Environment, and Transportation, and the AMTA board of directors.

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Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) between : Minister of Environment and Minister of Transportation and Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association (ARHCA)

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The objective of this MOU is to develop a framework in which AENV, TRAN and the ARHCA can work together to facilitate strategies for GHG emissions reductions that enable the industry to adjust to... More ≫

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The objective of this MOU is to develop a framework in which AENV, TRAN and the ARHCA can work together to facilitate strategies for GHG emissions reductions that enable the industry to adjust to a carbon constrained future and help Alberta meet the targets set out in the 2008 Climate Change Strategy and the Provincial Energy Strategy.

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Fish habitat manual : guidelines and procedures for watercourse crossings in Alberta

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The overall goal of this manual is to provide practitioners with an overview of the information and procedures needed to successfully plan and construct Alberta Transportation watercourse crossing... More ≫

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The overall goal of this manual is to provide practitioners with an overview of the information and procedures needed to successfully plan and construct Alberta Transportation watercourse crossing projects while minimizing the negative effects on fish and fish habitat and meeting all environmental regulatory requirements.

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