Groundwater

May
11
2009

Groundwater use in oil sands "unsustainable" — Natural Resources Canada sponsored report

National report cites critical need for more monitoring and stronger laws for "out of sight out of mind" resource

Water Matters

As federal hearings begin on oil sands and water today, a national report released today by the Council of Canadian Academies points out that groundwater use in the oil sands region is unsustainable. The report, commissioned by National Resources Canada, focuses on groundwater issues across Canada and evaluates current and emerging issues for groundwater protection. Over 90 percent of rural Albertans rely on groundwater resources. Read more about Groundwater use in oil sands "unsustainable" — Natural Resources Canada sponsored report

Read the full release on the Water Matters website…
Water Matters
Oil Sands
Groundwater
Mar
27
2009

Ground Water Licensing: A Discussion Forum

Bow River Basin Council
Mar 27 2009 - 3:00pm to 6:00pm

This forum is intended to provide some insight into the current state of our knowledge of ground water resources and the legislative and policy frameworks in place to govern our use of ground water in Alberta.

Light Refreshments Served

Our Guest Speakers Include: Read more about Ground Water Licensing: A Discussion Forum

Location

Cochrane RancheHouse
101 RancheHouse Road
Cochrane , AB
See map: Google Maps
Environmental Law & Policy
Groundwater
Feb
06
2009

The Water Log February 2009

Water Matters has published the February 2009 issue of the Water Log. In this issue:

  1. Water Matters has a new website!
  2. Oil sands diversions and the lower Athabasca River
  3. Hydroelectric dam project approved on the Peace River
  4. Groundwater concerns prompts change to nuclear power plant siting
  5. Proposed water transfer to bring new development to Springbank Alberta
  6. New Report calls for smart spending on sustainable water infrastructure — quick, clean and green

View this newsletter online at:

http://www.water-matters.org/enews/current.html Read more about The Water Log February 2009

Fresh Water
Nuclear
Electricity Generation & Transmission
Oil Sands
Groundwater
Water Matters
Oct
03
2008

“In Situ” Oil Sands Extracton: Impacts on Wild Lands and Groundwater

Oct 3 2008 - 1:00am

Alberta Wilderness Association

With Wallace King & Carolyn Campbell

Learn about below-ground oil sands development and the potential for contamination of Canada’s largest groundwater aquifer.

Wallace King is a professional geologist in the oil and gas sector, and geological and environmental advisor to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region One. Carolyn Campbell is a conservation specialist with Alberta Wilderness Association. Read more about “In Situ” Oil Sands Extracton: Impacts on Wild Lands and Groundwater

Location

Strathcona Public Library
8331 104 Street
Edmonton , AB
See map: Google Maps
Alberta Wilderness Association
Oil Sands
Groundwater
Apr
26
2008

Bow River News - April 24th, 2008

Bow Riverkeeper

  1. Diversions and brokering: A glimpse into Alberta's water future?
  2. National "GO BLUE" Campaign Encourages Canadians to Cut Water Use in Half
  3. Balzac appeal denied: What's the future for the Calgary region?
  4. Climate change: How will it affect the Bow River?
  5. Groundwater Use for Residential Geothermal Heating - Approval in the Bow Basin
  6. How will the Government measure up? A checklist for land-use planning
  7. Protect the Bow's riparian areas
Read more about Bow River News - April 24th, 2008>
Climate Change
Groundwater
Water Use, Scarcity & Conservation
Bow Riverkeeper
Dec
10
2007

Bow Riverkeeper Citizen's Toolkit & Webinars Online

Visit our new Citizens' Toolkit! It includes a wealth of information about water science and policy, including online presentations from experts.

Visit http://www.bowriverkeeper.org/toolkit to explore our Citizens' Toolkit and view online presentations.

Bow Riverkeeper, with the support of Alberta Ecotrust and Alberta Environmental Network, held three webinars (online workshops) over the last six months to build the capacity and knowledge of those interested and involved in Alberta's water issues.

The webinars explored three topics: shared governance in the watershed context, the basics of groundwater science and the knowledge gaps, and groundwater policy and regulation in Alberta and beyond. As well, you will find a compilation of useful resources on each topic for further developing your knowledge.

Experts presented each webinar and shared their knowledge and insight with participants. These presentations are now available online. Read more about Bow Riverkeeper Citizen's Toolkit & Webinars Online

Water & Watershed Management
Environmental Law & Policy
Groundwater
Bow Riverkeeper
Jun
11
2007

Bow River News - Jun 6th, 2007

Bow Riverkeeper

1. Join us for a Free Webinar on Groundwater, June 21st

The Water Beneath Us: State of the Science and Information in Alberta, June 21, 2007 at 3 pm: The public is growing increasingly concerned about impacts to groundwater and many feel that actions should be taken today to protect groundwater resources into the future. It is often said that we don't know much about groundwater and that much more data needs to be collected. What do we know about groundwater? What is the state of the science of groundwater in Alberta? How can we can make informed decisions? Read more about Bow River News - Jun 6th, 2007

Water & Watershed Management
Waste Management
Water Quality
Groundwater
Bow Riverkeeper
May
15
2007

Bow River News - May 15th, 2007

1. Support Bow Riverkeeper and watch the WATERWALKER Film Festival!

Support Bow Riverkeeper and have fun watching a collection of the best canoeing, kayaking, and environmental films of the year! On Friday, May 18th at Mount Royal College in Jenkins Theatre, starting at 7:00 pm, the WATERWALKER Film Festival will be shown in Calgary for one night only! Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. They are available in person at Undercurrents or by phone at 262-GEAR. There is a "Will Call" at the door. All proceeds will benefit Bow Riverkeeper. Read more about Bow River News - May 15th, 2007

Water & Watershed Management
Water Quality
Groundwater
Bow Riverkeeper
Apr
30
2007

New Pembina Report Calls for Better Groundwater Protection During Coalbed Methane and Other Natural Gas Production

Pembina Institute

April 30, 2007

The Pembina Institute's latest report, Protecting Water, Producing Gas is a detailed examination of the potential impact of drilling for coalbed methane and other forms of unconventional gas on precious fresh groundwater. The report, released today, calls on the government to protect groundwater to greater depths than at present. Read more about New Pembina Report Calls for Better Groundwater Protection During Coalbed Methane and Other Natural Gas Production

Conventional Oil & Gas
Groundwater
Coalbed Methane
Pembina Institute

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