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Mon, December 16, 2024

New rules for wind and solar power in Alberta


Published on 2024-12-16 16:40:55 - MSN
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  • Three major regulatory changes were announced this month regarding land reclamation bonds, visual impact assessments and agricultural land assessments for renewable energy. Some say the province should do the same for oil companies.

The video from MSN discusses new regulations for wind and solar power projects in Alberta, Canada. The Alberta government has introduced a seven-point plan to manage the growth of renewable energy, aiming to balance development with environmental and land use concerns. Key points include an "agriculture first" policy, which prioritizes farming over renewable energy installations on agricultural land, and the introduction of mandatory reclamation security bonds for developers to ensure land restoration after project decommissioning. Additionally, there are new restrictions on where wind and solar projects can be located, particularly near protected areas or scenic landscapes, and a temporary halt on approving new projects on Crown land to assess their impact. These measures reflect the government's attempt to address community concerns about the rapid expansion of renewable energy while still promoting green energy development.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ca/politics/government/new-rules-for-wind-and-solar-power-in-alberta/vi-AA1vYgVN ]
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