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 Items tagged: Ed StelmachItems Found: 5Water Committee Calls for More Rigorous Objectives for Oil SandsMarch 10, 2011 - 2:30 pm In a report released March 7, Alberta’s water monitoring data review committee recommended comprehensive monitoring, more rigorous scientific analysis, and new monitoring objectives in order to gain a better understanding of environmental impacts in the oil sands region. The committee of six... Categories: International, National, News, Western Canada Third Party to Review Oilsands Water DataSeptember 25, 2010 - 3:05 pm A committee of independent scientists will be created to review water monitoring data collected from Alberta’s oil sands region, announced the Province earlier this week. “Understanding the impact of the oilsands industry on the watershed of northeastern Alberta is absolutely critical. We need... Categories: News, Western Canada Alberta Funds Flooding RecoveryJuly 8, 2010 - 6:28 am Two new provincial disaster recovery programs totaling $203.5-million will help citizens and municipalities in southern Alberta recover from recent flooding and severe weather. “These storms had a devastating impact on residents, businesses and municipalities and this funding will help them... Categories: News, Western Canada Western Premiers Agree to Water CharterJune 16, 2010 - 8:34 am The Western Premiers have been a busy bunch during their two-day conference in Vancouver. Yesterday, they discussed a new strategy to conserve and manage Canada’s valuable fresh water supplies. “Decreasing glaciers and snowpack, flood threats, and manageable water supplies do not stop at provincial... Categories: News, Western Canada Responsible Actions: How Does Water Figure in Alberta's Plans?February 13, 2009 - 10:03 am Alberta has released a long-term development plan, highlighting sustainable and responsible growth for its oil sands. The 20-year plan, titled Responsible Actions: A Plan for Alberta's Oil Sands, aims to reduce the environmental footprint, optimize economic growth, and increase the quality of life... Categories: National, News, Western Canada |
