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Alberta Halts Coal Exploration in Rockies While Consultations Ongoing

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Alberta Halts Coal Exploration in Rockies While Consultations Ongoing
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and Energy Minister Sonya Savage respond to the federal approval of the Trans Mountain Pipeline in Edmonton, Alberta, on June 18, 2019. Amber Bracken/The Canadian Press
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EDMONTON—Alberta is immediately halting exploration in the Rocky Mountains while it continues to consult the public about coal mines.

A panel struck to carry out consultations says it is responding to concerns raised by Albertans, including those who participated in an online survey.

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