Notley government set to cap oilsands emissions

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Notley government set to cap oilsands emissions

The legal rubber has hit the road on Alberta’s promise to cap greenhouse gas emissions from the oilsands — the engine of the province’s economy.

Environment Minister Shannon Phillips introduced Bill 25 in the legislature Tuesday that, if passed and enacted, will forbid oilsands industries from collectively emitting more than 100 megatonnes of greenhouse gases a year.

Phillips said the legislation would help green the industry while spurring innovation and growth.

“Alberta can be an energy producer and a world leader on climate action, and Alberta must get the most value for our resources and find new markets for our products.

“But we cannot do it unless we are taking credible action. This bill is a critical element of that story.”

The bill is part of a multi-faceted plan being introduced in stages by Premier Rachel Notley’s NDP government to reduce the effects of climate change and to remake Alberta’s energy infrastructure into one that relies more on renewables such as wind, solar and hydro power.

Notley government set to cap oilsands emissions | Globalnews.ca
 

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This is for flossy.
I don't like to gloat but...
OK yes I do. Precision Drilling is in the process of hiring one thousand (1000) oil field workers.
 

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Alberta can be an energy producer and a world leader on climate action, and Alberta must get the most value for our resources and find new markets for our products.

“But we cannot do it unless we are taking credible action. This bill is a critical element of that story
In other words they will export the coke refineries and upgraders were running on and use NG and off gasses.