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Publications in topic: Education and Outreach » Factsheets

Focus On Acid Deposition

Acid deposition occurs when acid-forming pollutants in the air are deposited on the earth’s surface. The main acid-forming pollutants are sulphur dioxide (SO2) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx).
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Focus On Air Quality

Air quality is a measure of the cleanliness of the air we breathe. Natural and man-made pollution gets into the air in the form of gases or particles. In Alberta, the provincial government sets standards that help control air emissions.
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Focus On Climate Change

This document answers the following questions: What is climate change … and why we should care? Is our climate changing? What is the greenhouse effect? What are the possible effects of climate change in Alberta? So what can we do about climate change?
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Focus On Composting

Composting is a managed process that speeds up the natural decomposition of organic material. The end product of composting is a humus-like material called compost! This paper answers questions like: Why should I compost? How does composting work? How do I compost?

10 Pages
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Focus On Environment

Nearly everybody has heard about "the environment". But what is it exactly? Quite simply the environment is your surroundings. Your environment has an effect on you and you can have an effect on your environment. A functioning, well balanced environment is important to humans.

4 Pages
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Focus On Environmental Emergencies

This paper answers the following questions: What happens in an actual emergency? What are some of the common dangerous materials spilled In Alberta? How are environmental emergencies handled In Alberta? How are spills cleaned up? What to do if you spot a potential problem.

5 Pages
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Focus on Greenhouse Effects

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Focus On Groundwater

Provides a basic introduction to Alberta's groundwater, answering questions about basic hydrology, groundwater quality and quantity, managing groundwater issues and potential human impacts.

12 Pages
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Focus On Land Reclamation

The term “land reclamation” means just what it says. It is a method used to return disturbed land to a state where it is useful once again. This paper describes activities that disturb the land, land reclamation legislation and what you can do.

6 Pages
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Focus On PCBs

Over the past number of years, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) have often been in the news. Why are people concerned about polychlorinated biphenyls? What are they? This factsheet provides you with background on PCB's and presents some of Alberta's management challenges.

4 Pages
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