Bioenergy producers to get transitional support
The Alberta government is taking action to support bioenergy producers as they transition from the expired Bioenergy Producers Credit Program (BPCP) to a new, more sustainable plan.
View ArticleSolar panels to be featured in Alberta’s new schools
As part of its Climate Leadership Plan, the Alberta Government is making funding available for the installation of solar panels at 36 school projects that are now in the planning or design phase and...
View ArticleEnergy Efficiency Alberta helps people save money
Energy Efficiency Alberta, an agency established as part of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan, is gearing up to launch three initial energy efficiency programs for Albertans in early 2017.
View ArticleFall burn will protect Kananaskis Valley
Alberta Parks has started a series of prescribed fires in the Kananaskis Valley to help manage future wildfires and keep grasslands and forests healthy.
View ArticleOil sands emissions cap drives innovation
Limit for oil sands emissions repairs Alberta’s reputation and establishes leadership on climate and energy production.
View ArticleRenewable electricity plan to create jobs, spur investment
The Alberta government will set clear timelines for developing renewable electricity like wind and solar, and a competitive bidding process structured to limit costs.
View ArticleAlberta updates world on Climate Leadership Plan
Alberta’s actions on climate change will be profiled at a mission in Marrakech, Morocco, led by Environment Minister Shannon Phillips.
View ArticleEnvironmental charges laid against Canadian National Railway Company
The Alberta government has laid charges against Canadian National Railway Company for failing to comply with provincial environmental legislation.
View ArticleCompany pleads guilty to applying pesticide without valid registration
Western Air Spray Inc. has been fined $12,500 for using or applying a pesticide without a valid pesticide service registration.
View ArticleAlberta targets investors at global climate talks
Environment Minister Shannon Phillips highlighted the investment opportunities in Alberta for international investors at the United Nations’ climate talks this week in Marrakech, Morocco.
View ArticleREVISED: Alberta announces coal transition action
In support of its made-in-Alberta transition to a stable, reliable and cleaner electricity system, the Government of Alberta has announced agreements with TransAlta, Capital Power and ATCO to end...
View ArticleREVISED: Alberta announces coal transition action
In support of its made-in-Alberta transition to a stable, reliable and cleaner electricity system, the Government of Alberta has announced agreements with TransAlta, Capital Power and ATCO to end...
View ArticleEnvironment minister reaching out to Albertans
Environment Minister Shannon Phillips invites Albertans to learn more about the province’s Climate Leadership Plan through telephone town halls on December 13 and 14.
View ArticleProvince, U of A partner to continue research at agricultural stations
Since 2013, the Alberta government has been implementing a new management model to ensure the Onefour and Stavely research substations continue to conduct research relating to sustainable rangeland...
View ArticleCarbon rebates, energy efficiency for Albertans
Environment Minister Shannon Phillips spoke with more than 50,000 Albertans this week about ways to save money with energy-efficiency measures.
View ArticleAdditional $45 million for flood and drought protection
The province has committed additional funding to two high-demand flood and drought resiliency grant programs to help ensure public safety and protect communities against the impacts of severe weather.
View ArticleGrant will help protect Alberta’s water resources
Environment and Parks has approved a multi-year grant totalling $925,000 to Land Stewardship Centre to help protect Alberta’s water resources, now and into the future.
View ArticleGovernment orders remediation of former creosote plant site
The Alberta Government has issued an Environmental Protection Order to 1510837 Alberta Ltd, Cherokee Canada Inc and Domtar Inc to compel the parties to remediate land on and near the site of a former...
View ArticleGovernment orders companies to address disposal of waste at contaminated site
The Alberta Government has issued an Enforcement Order to 1510837 Alberta Ltd and Cherokee Canada Inc. to remedy the unauthorized disposal of hazardous waste at the site of a former creosote plant in...
View ArticleCarbon levy supports diverse, green economy and jobs
Alberta’s carbon levy comes into effect Jan. 1 as part of government’s plan to transition the province to a greener, more diversified economy.
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