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Alberta says federal environment law remains unconstitutional

Alberta says federal environment law remains unconstitutional

May 14, 2024 | 5:41am
The Alberta government says that despite recent changes, Ottawa’s Impact Assessment Act remains unconstitutional. The federal government recently amended the act following its dismissal by the Supreme Court on constitutional grounds. Premier Smith, Justice Minister Mickey Amery, and Environment Minister Rebecca Shulz issued a joint statement yesterday asserting that the revised laws still infringe upon […]
Alberta emissions down according to federal report

Alberta emissions down according to federal report

May 6, 2024 | 5:50pm
Canada’s recently released Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report indicates a decrease in emissions in Alberta, despite a rise in energy production. Covering the 2022 year, the report reveals that per-barrel emissions from the oil sector decreased despite increased production. However, Alberta managed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by only one megaton during the reporting period. “Alberta’s […]