The Alberta has executed the Climate Leadership Act along with associated regulations that forces to pay a carbon levy on fuels consumed in Alberta. It is part of Alberta’s broader climate change initiatives intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the province. The carbon levy generally applies to fuels supplied or consumed in Alberta with a rate of CA$20 per ton from 1st January 2017 and it will be increased to CA$30 per ton on 1st January 2018. Besides that, there are various exceptions and exemptions that may be applicable in certain situations. This levy also charges on some administrative and reporting requirements, such as registration, applying for exemption certificates or licenses, if persons are engaged in certain activities.
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