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Determining equivalent protective layers and constructed liners

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This technical guideline purpose is to provide a consistent method for calculating the hydraulic conductivity of naturally occurring protective layers and constructed earthen liners in order to... More ≫

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This technical guideline purpose is to provide a consistent method for calculating the hydraulic conductivity of naturally occurring protective layers and constructed earthen liners in order to determine if a liner is equivalent to or greater than the requirements set out by the Agricultural Operation Practices Act.

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The water management framework five years of implementation 2007-2012 : overview for the Industrial Heartland and Capital Region

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This fact sheet presents an overview of progress and results over the past five years of the implementation of a water management framework for the Industrial Heartland and Capital Region. The... More ≫

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This fact sheet presents an overview of progress and results over the past five years of the implementation of a water management framework for the Industrial Heartland and Capital Region. The goal of the framework is to create a world-class integrated water management system within the North Saskatchewan River, from Devon to Pakan, to sustainably support the environment while considering social and economic development.

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Using denitrifying bioreactors for management of agricultural drainage water in Alberta

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This fact sheet provides information about using denitrifying bioreactors for management of agricultural drainage water in Alberta.

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Bow River phosphorus management plan : agricultural phosphorus beneficial management practices

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus... More ≫

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This publication outlines beneficial management practices to reduce the risk of phosphorus loss to the environment from agricultural production. It was written to support the Bow River Phosphorus Management Plan and focuses beneficial management practices in rural or agricultural settings.

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Summary report Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project : 2018–2020 supplement

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Research has shown that in Alberta, the amount of phosphorus in streams increases with agricultural intensity in watersheds. The goal of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project was to determine... More ≫

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Research has shown that in Alberta, the amount of phosphorus in streams increases with agricultural intensity in watersheds. The goal of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project was to determine if wide-spread adoption of environmental beneficial management practices would improve water quality at the watershed scale, as well as to develop the Alberta Phosphorus Management Tool. This report supplements the previously published 2013–2017 Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project progress report by summarizing the results and progress of the Alberta Phosphorus Watershed Project from 2018–2020.

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Using denitrifying bioreactors as a beneficial management practice for agricultural drainage waters in Alberta

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A collaborative project (2019 - 2021) was completed to address the lack of Alberta-specific information on the use of denitrifying bioreactors to reduce nutrient export from agricultural... More ≫

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A collaborative project (2019 - 2021) was completed to address the lack of Alberta-specific information on the use of denitrifying bioreactors to reduce nutrient export from agricultural sub-surface drainage to sensitive aquatic ecosystems. This information is important to agricultural producers as they make water and crop management decisions.

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Effluent water quality report Canadian Salt Company Ltd., Lindbergh, Alberta sampling survey of July 22-25, 1975

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This report summarizes the results of the effluent sampling survey conducted at the Canadian Salt Company Ltd. plant at Lindbergh, Alberta from July 22 to July 25, 1975. The survey was part of the... More ≫

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This report summarizes the results of the effluent sampling survey conducted at the Canadian Salt Company Ltd. plant at Lindbergh, Alberta from July 22 to July 25, 1975. The survey was part of the industrial monitoring program of the Water Quality Control Branch, Pollution Control Division. The sampling survey consisted of identification of all effluent sources, composite sampling of these streams over 3 days, as well as grab sampling of Moosehills Creek upstream of the plant and the raw water intake from the North Saskatchewan River.

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South Saskatchewan regional plan 2014-2024 : amended February 2017

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental... More ≫

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Alberta’s Land-use Framework (LUF), released in December 2008, sets out a new approach to managing the province’s land and natural resources to achieve Alberta’s long-term economic, environmental and social goals. The LUF establishes seven new land-use regions and calls for the development of a regional plan for each. The South Saskatchewan Regional Plan sets the stage for robust growth, vibrant communities and a healthy environment within the region over the next 50 years. This resource presents an amendment of the original plan published in 2014.

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Lower Athabasca regional plan strategies

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a... More ≫

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As part of the ongoing implementation of the Lower Athabasca Regional Plan, the Government of Alberta is moving forward with the development of several key planning initiatives - among them a Biodiversity Management Framework, Landscape Management Plan and the South Athabasca Oil Sands Regional Strategic Assessment and Sub-regional plan. The LARP identifies strategic directions that will improve our ability to achieve desired economic, environmental and social outcomes in the region.

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Manure management to protect water quality

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Manure use can provide an economic return to the farmer and be beneficial to the environment. When manure is applied according to crop demand and at the appropriate times, manure can provide some... More ≫

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Manure use can provide an economic return to the farmer and be beneficial to the environment. When manure is applied according to crop demand and at the appropriate times, manure can provide some of the nutrients required by many crops. Manure also increases soil organic matter and improves soil structure. However, manure can be a pollutant if it reaches surface water (such as streams, rivers or lakes) or leaches past the root zone of crops and into shallow groundwater.

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