Getting a better understanding of the Mount Polley accident
One of the most frequently asked questions after the Cariboo mine’s tailings dam spill was, ‘What is in the tailings?! And furthermore, are they ‘toxic’, as has been claimed repeatedly in media coverage? Now that new details have been provided from the mine owner, we are better able to answer these questions
Getting a better understanding of the Mount Polley mine
British Columbians are justifiably concerned about the major failure at the operation in the Cariboo region that released an estimated 10 million cubic metres of water and 4.5 million cubic metres of fine particles into nearby streams
Five facts every British Columbian needs to know
Infographic presentation on oil shipping in the province
Failing to develop our resources risks losing out on long-term security
The future for our families and our children depends on our ability to develop our resource endowment efficiently and responsibly
Former BC premier Dan Miller takes to airwaves to defend resource development
In case you missed it: Dan Miller’s op-ed appeared in The Province newspaper
How California’s natural gas champion raised the green roof at event
One of the most avidly listened-to speakers at the recent LNG conference in Vancouver was Richard Muller, a professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley. He put natural gas into perspective in terms of climate change and water safety, arguing that it is a ‘saviour’ fuel
New pipeline rules raise pressure on industry to ensure safety
The federal government recently announced new regulations. Here’s a quick breakdown of the main points
The pros and cons of power generation plan
The Site C Environmental Assessment Joint Review Panel has released its recommendations to government on the Peace River hydro-electric project. Here are the top benefits and costs of the dam, as reported by the panel
BC LNG doesn’t have to be a massive polluter
Here are a few options the province has for minimizing carbon pollution from liquefied natural gas