What is the Government of Alberta doing to protect the environment during oil sands development?
Addressing the protection of the environment during development of this resource is a priority for the Alberta government. Stringent legislation and on-the-ground measures are already in place to protect the air, land and water during oil sands development. We continually strive to improve and progress in this area. The government has established an Oil Sands Environmental Management Division in Alberta Environment specifically to enhance environmental protection during oil sands development.
Addressing the protection of the environment during development of this resource is a priority for the Alberta government. Stringent legislation and on-the-ground measures are already in place to protect the air, land and water during oil sands development. We continually strive to improve and progress in this area. For more information visit the Government of Alberta’s oil sands website.
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