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This process allows companies and government decision makers to examine the effects that a proposed project may have on the environment.
Environmental assessment is required where the complexity and scale of a proposed project, technology, resource allocation, or siting considerations create uncertainty about the exact nature of environmental effects, or result in a potential for significant adverse environmental effects.
The Environmental Assessment process allows companies and government decision makers to examine the effects that a proposed project may have on the environment. The information gathered during the process helps the appropriate Regulatory Board determine if the project is in the public interest.
As of October 1, 2014, the Alberta Energy Regulator is responsible for environmental assessments related to upstream oil and gas and coal development in the province.
Alberta Environment and Parks will continue to maintain a single register of all environmental assessment activity information on this website (see Summary of Environmental Assessment Activity).
In 1999, the governments of Canada and Alberta signed a cooperative agreement to avoid duplication and ensure that environmental assessments are conducted as efficiently and effectively as possible.
Connect with Environmental Assessment for further details on the Environmental Assessment process for non-energy related activities or to report issues with this website:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 780-427-5828
Email: [email protected]
Connect with the Alberta Energy Regulator for information on the Environmental Assessment Process for oil, oil sands, natural gas, and coal resources:
Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 1-855-297-8311
Email: [email protected]
Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC)
Apply for Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act approvals
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
Cumulative Effects Assessment in Environmental Impact Assessment Reports
Indigenous Consultation Policies and Guidelines
International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA)
Major Projects Management Office (MPMO)
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