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Minister Rebecca Schulz
Rebecca Schulz was sworn in as Minister of Environment and Protected Areas on June 9, 2023.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Our responsibilities
The ministry:
- works to protect and enhance Alberta’s environment and ecosystems to ensure a sustainable future, making life better for Albertans
- works with Albertans, Indigenous communities and stakeholders to ensure the province’s environmental, social and economic outcomes for the future are met
- engages Albertans to understand the challenges in ensuring Alberta’s natural resources are managed using innovative and responsible approaches
Ministry information
Publications
Resources
- Alberta budget
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Personal information bank directories
Social media
Key information
- Alberta’s Environmental Science Program provides data, information and reporting on the condition of the environment in Alberta.
- The Office of the Chief Scientist coordinates delivery of Alberta’s Environmental Science Program to provide data and reporting on the condition of Alberta’s environment.
- The Emissions Reduction and Energy Development Plan charts Alberta's course to cut emissions, attract investment, and grow the economy.
In focus
A special air quality statement has been issued for many parts of the province as high levels of smoke and ash residue continue.
Alberta river conditions and advisories
Visit the Alberta River Basins website for current advisories on watercourses throughout the province.
Bears and outdoor recreation
Advice for anglers, campers, hikers and mountain bikers on how to stay safe in bear country.
Watercraft inspections
Everyone transporting a watercraft must report to an inspection station to check for aquatic invasive species.
Latest news
- Sep 28, 2023
Alberta is calling on Canadians to oppose federal regulations that will make electricity more expensive and hurt grid reliability for businesses and families.
- Sep 22, 2023
Minister of Environment and Protected Areas Rebecca Schulz issued the following statement on the federal government’s upcoming draft methane emissions regulations and Alberta’s leadership in this area:
- Sep 19, 2023
Alberta has approved funding for a multi-year study that will explore how small modular nuclear reactors could be safely, technically and economically deployed for oil sands operations.