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The Bog

The Bog is where thoughts, opinions, discussion pieces, and action converge. Influential thinkers from the water community are invited to share their insights on current or controversial water topics. Please note that the views expressed herein are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Alberta WaterPortal.

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Feb 8, 2013

Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development (AESRD) has been running a consultation process with the public (that means you!) on the use of water in Alberta. AESRD has identified four main topics […]

Guest Columnist: Nashaat N. Nassar

Mar 13, 2012

Nanotechnology could help in reducing the environmental footprints of Alberta oilsands industry Nanoscrubbers for air emission capture, nanoadsorbents for adsorptive removal of waste and hydrocarbons, and nanocatalysts for catalytic steam […]

Guest Columnist: Ron Wallace

Nov 14, 2011

History And Governance As A Blueprint For Future Federal-Provincial Co-operation On Environmental Monitoring In The Alberta Oil Sands Region Overview The environmental impacts associated with existing and proposed developments in […]

Guest Columnist: Bob Sandford

Sep 12, 2011

No Mere Budget Cut Let us be clear. Unless you believe that contracting a flesh-eating disease is a reasonable way to lose weight, it is difficult to interpret what is […]

Guest Columnist: Tilly MacRae

Aug 4, 2011

What Are You Willing To Pay For Your Water? The book “The Big Thirst” discusses how we have been in a golden age of water, a period of free and […]

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