Alberta leads Canada in absolute emissions reductions between 2022 and 2023
A new report shows Alberta’s oil sands are producing more crude while reducing greenhouse gas emissions per barrel. The 2023 Oil Sands Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Analysis found emissions intensity dropped 26 per cent last year, a four per cent improvement over 2022. Since 2012, production has grown 96 per cent to 1.56 million barrels per day, even as emissions continue to decline.
The report aligns with the federal government’s 2025 National Inventory Report, which shows Alberta achieved the largest absolute reduction in emissions of any province or territory between 2022 and 2023. The province reduced emissions by 2.1 million tonnes. Other sectors also saw declines, including transportation, natural gas production, and electricity generation.
Brian Jean, Alberta’s Minister of Energy and Minerals, said the province’s success is built on innovation and responsible resource development. “Albertans have always been at the forefront of innovation and produce the most responsible oil in the world,” Jean said. “With our vast reserves, we have the ability to bring energy security to North America and our Asian trading partners and continue to fuel our economy for generations to come.”
Jean emphasized that Alberta’s approach does not rely on federal policies. He said the province will continue to pursue “common sense progress that benefits both our economy and the environment.” Alberta’s overall emissions have declined nine per cent since 2015 while energy production increased 20 per cent, demonstrating a commitment to balancing growth with environmental responsibility.
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