Federal election could reshapes Medicine Hat carbon policy
City leaders and critics react to a federal plan to scrap industrial carbon pricing at the power plant. MHURA backs the Conservative pledge, calling for reduced taxes and more input while the city weighs Saamis Solar Park funding and the future use of gas generators. Officials urge patience as federal, provincial actions loom.
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Medicine Hat
Saamis
Cials
Coun
Darren Hirsch
Conservative
Pierre Poilierre
Mark Carney
River Valley
CPEC
Alberta awards 5 million for 19 land conservation projects
Following a 2024 request for proposals, Alberta will grant 5 million to 19 land conservation projects protecting about 21 000 acres across the province. The funds support new conservation easements through the Land Trust Grant Program, with projects in Cypress County and the County of Newell, aiding wildlife corridors, watersheds, and grasslands while preserving working agricultural land.
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Alberta
Bullshead Creek
Cypress County
Newell
Rebecca Schulz
Max Fritz
Western Sky Land Trust Society
Alberta amends act to counter federal emissions cap
Alberta proposed amendments to the Critical Infrastructure Defence Act aim to shield essential oil and gas facilities and emission data from federal controls. The plan adds the 2 km border zone and facilities holding production records to the definition of essential infrastructure.
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Alberta-United States
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