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In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we look at the contentious reversal on coal mining in Alberta and why some First Nations have a big plastic problem.
Like many Albertans, I headed out to the mountains one recent weekend, struck again by the forces that created these mountains and waterways.
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Although the government stopped selling new leases earlier this year, drilling and road-building on existing leases had been expected to continue. Savage also said a panel struck to gather public input into the United Conservative government's plan to dramatically expand the industry will be able to hear concerns about effects on land and water. "Of course, Albertans can talk about their concerns on the impact of coal on water and the environment and tourism. We want to hear those concerns." The panel's terms of reference suggested those concerns were off the table because they were not unde...
Alberta halts coal exploration in mountains while consultations continue Poll Yes EDMONTON – The Alberta government has bowed to public pressure and paused coal exploration in the most sensitive areas of the Rocky Mountains while it continues to gather public feedback about mines. “In response to concerns from Albertans, all coal exploration projects on Category 2 lands will be halted immediately,” Energy Minister Sonya Savage said at a news conference Friday. Although the government stopped selling new leases earlier this year, drilling and road-building on existing leases had been e...