As Alberta prepares to renew its climate change strategy by the end of 2014, this backgrounder aims to address some frequently asked questions about how greenhouse gas emissions are regulated in Alberta, and key considerations for building an effective climate change strategy for the province.
Background on Alberta’s climate strategy
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