Has water quality been affected by the oil sands developments?
The quality of the river is of paramount importance to our government. Through the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, strict limits are placed on pollutant releases for both air and water. As well, Alberta Environment places a great emphasis on monitoring the river to ensure water quality is not compromised for communities downstream. Alberta Environment strictly prohibits discharge of untreated process water into the Athabasca River.
The quality of the Athabasca river is of paramount importance to our government. Through the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, strict limits are placed on pollutant releases for both air and water. As well, Alberta Environment places a great emphasis on monitoring the river to ensure water quality is not compromised for communities downstream. Alberta Environment strictly prohibits discharge of untreated process water into the Athabasca River.
