The Government of Alberta’s 20-year strategic plan for the oil sands ensures that this extraordinary resource will provide secure, reliable energy to North America and beyond for decades to come, by balancing the environmental, social and economic impacts of oil sands development. In response to the world’s growing energy demand, over $2 trillion estimated investments, reinvestments and revenues will come from new oil sands projects by 2035, according to analysis by the Canadian Energy Research Institute. The economic benefits of this investment are felt across Canada and the U.S. However, rapid oil sands development in recent years has generated challenges and growth pressures. Responsible Actions: A Plan for Alberta’s Oil Sands is the Government of Alberta’s 20-year strategic plan to balance development with environmental protection, social responsibility, and economic success. The plan establishes six concrete strategies to support responsible oil sands development. Over 50 projects and initiatives are reflected in the strategic plan. Many have already made significant progress. The strategic plan is closely linked with Alberta’s Energy Strategy and the Land-use Framework.