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SUMMARY:Edmonton April Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Title: Environmental Due-Diligence  by  Susan McRory\, Chair Land and Property Rights  Tribunal \nSpeaker: \nSusan has been a lawyer for over 40 years\, 33 as a prosecutor.  For the first 13 years of her career she dealt with serious and violent crime;  as a circuit prosecutor in Peace River\, then Chief Crown in the Vegreville judicial district and then moving to Edmonton where she became known as an expert in child sexual assault prosecutions. From 1993 to 2013 she was the Environmental Coordinator for Environmental Prosecutions for the Province of Alberta\, a fancy title for being responsible for all environmental prosecutions in Alberta\, not as a policy person\, but standing there in the courtroom. She was responsible for bringing creative sentencing to Alberta and for delivering lectures to industry on prevention. \n When she retired\, as a way of saying thank-you to legal legend John Swaigen\, she co-authored his second edition of Regulatory Offences in Canada.\n\nFor the last eight years she has been the Chair of the Land and Property Rights Tribunal which is a quasi-judicial body for disputes under the Surface Rights Act\, Municipal Government Act\, Expropriation Act and the New Home Buyer Protection Act.\n\nDate: \nTuesday\, April 07\, 2026 \n  \nTime: \n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM \n  \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta \n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \n  \nCost: \n$40 – A&WMA Members \n$50 – Non-Members \n$15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee; GST included) \nWebinar Access: Individual ($20) | Group ($80) \n  \nDetails: \nPlease register by Monday\, April 6  to secure your spot and help us plan for lunch. \n  \nOnline registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nEdmonton \n\nMember – $40\nNon-member – $50\nStudent  – $15\nWebinar (Group) – $80\nWebinar (Single) – $20
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-april-luncheon/
LOCATION:University Club of the University of Alberta\, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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SUMMARY:Edmonton March Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Title: Specified Enactment Direction 004 (SED 004): Pipeline Conservation and Reclamation Approvals under EPEA \n  \nAbout the presentation: Specified Enactment Directions (SEDs) set out conservation and reclamation requirements under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA) that companies must follow. \nSpecified Enactment Direction 004 (SED 004) sets out the application and technical requirements for pipelines requiring approval under EPEA\, in accordance with Schedule 1\, Division 3 of the Activities Designation Regulation. It also details the postconstruction reclamation assessment report requirements for EPEA-approved pipelines regulated by the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). \nReleased in July 2025\, SED 004 replaced two outdated Government of Alberta guidance documents. A draft version was issued on June 10\, 2024\, with public feedback accepted until July 10\, 2024\, supporting transparent engagement in the development of the final direction. \nThis presentation will cover: \n\nOverview of the EPEA Approval Process for Regulated Pipelines\n\nA high-level walkthrough of approval requirements\, regulatory triggers\, and proponent responsibilities under EPEA. \n\nOverview of SED 004 and Its Objectives\n\nThe intent of SED 004\, alignment with regulatory expectations\, and how it modernizes and clarifies conservation and reclamation requirements for pipelines. \n\nKey Technical Requirements\, including:\n\no            Soil Conservation – Survey requirements\, salvage\, handling\, storage\, and replacement requirements to support equivalent land capability. \no            Environmental Protection Plan (EPP) – Expectations for mitigation planning\, implementation\, and documentation during construction and reclamation. \no            Final Reclamation and Postconstruction Reclamation Assessment (PRA) – Criteria\, methodologies\, and reporting requirements to demonstrate successful reclamation outcomes. \n  \nSED 004 provides greater clarity\, consistency\, and transparency for industry while supporting effective oversight and responsible closure outcomes for Albertans. \nSpeaker: Nadia Cruickshank\, P. Ag.\, is a Senior Reclamation Specialist with the Alberta Energy Regulator\, where she has worked since 2015. Based in Edmonton\, she brings 23 years of experience in environmental sciences\, with a strong focus on land conservation and reclamation. \nNadia holds a diploma in Biological Sciences from NAIT and a degree in Land Conservation and Reclamation Sciences from the University of Alberta. \nHer current work primarily supports in situ oil sands development\, though she regularly contributes to closure activities across multiple sectors\, including pipelines and mining. Nadia is committed to open engagement and collaboration with industry and stakeholders to help achieve responsible\, effective closure outcomes for Albertans. \nOutside of her professional life\, Nadia is passionate about the outdoors and enjoys equestrian sports\, hiking\, skiing\, and mountain biking. \nLynette Esak\, MSc\, PAg\, PMP\, is a Soil Specialist with the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) on the Oil and Gas Surface EPEA team. She focuses on regulatory reviews of EPEA applications—including sour gas plants and pipelines—and provides technical oversight on submissions under the Soil Monitoring Directive (2009)\, including the new SED 004 requirements and EPEA pipeline approval template. \nLynette brings extensive experience from her prior roles in environmental assessment within AER’s Mining division\, as well as regulatory and project work with Health Canada\, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada\, and the environmental consulting sector. Her background spans oil and gas\, pipelines\, oilsands and coal mining\, in‑situ development\, and transportation. \nShe holds an MSc in Soil Science and a BSc in Agriculture from the University of Alberta and is registered as a Professional Agrologist in Alberta and a certified Project Management Professional. \n  \nDate: \nTuesday\, March 10\, 2026 \nTime: \n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta \n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nCost: \n$40 – A&WMA Members \n$50 – Non-Members \n$15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee; GST included) \nWebinar Access: Individual ($20) | Group ($80) \nDetails: \nPlease register by Friday\, March 6 to secure your spot and help us plan for lunch. \nOnline registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \n\nMember – $40\nNon-member – $50\nStudent  – $15\nWebinar (Group) – $80\nWebinar (Single) – $20
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-march-luncheon/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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SUMMARY:Edmonton February  Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Title: NOx Chemistry and the Importance of Properly Measuring NO2 \n\nSpeaker: \nDr. Odame-Ankrah is a chemist specializing in the development of innovative air monitoring instruments\, with expertise in Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy\, LabVIEW automation\, and the measurement of nitrogen oxides and ozone. For over a decade\, he has led an R&D team focused on developing and refining technologies to better serve the client base of Direct Optics and the broader measurement and monitoring industry. He holds a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Chemistry from the University of Calgary and an M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry from East Tennessee State University\, along with multiple professional qualifications and memberships. \n  \nDate: \nWednesday\, February 18\, 2026 \n\nTime: \n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM \n\nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta \n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \n\nCost: \n$40 – A&WMA Members \n$50 – Non-Members \n$15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee; GST included) \nWebinar Access: Individual ($20) | Group ($80) \n\nDetails: \nPlease register by Friday\, February 13 to secure your spot and help us plan for lunch. \n\nOnline registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nEdmonton \n\nMember – $40\nNon-member – $50\nStudent  – $15\nWebinar (Group) – $80\nWebinar (Single) – $20
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-february-luncheon/
LOCATION:University Club of the University of Alberta\, 11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260114T113000
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SUMMARY:Edmonton January CPANS Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Overview of the Alberta Annual Emissions Inventory Reporting (AEIR) Program \nAbout the Presentation: \nAn emissions inventory is a critical tool for understanding the type\, quantity\, and distribution of pollutants released into the atmosphere. Alberta’s Annual Emissions Inventory Reporting (AEIR) Program\, launched in 2016\, tracks air emissions from more than 400 large\, EPEA-regulated industrial facilities across the province. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of the AEIR program\, including reporting requirements\, emission thresholds\, and the types of data collected for both point and non-point sources. Attendees will gain insight into how AEIR data is used for regulatory applications\, air quality modelling\, trend analysis\, and regional and national air quality assessments. Highlights from recent AEIR datasets\, including emission trends and key findings\, will also be discussed. \n\nDate: \nWednesday\, January 14\, 2026 \n\nTime: \n11:30 AM – 1:00 PM \n\nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta \n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \n\nSpeaker: \nEric Alailedoye\, MScAir Emissions Policy AdvisorAlberta Environment and Protected Areas \nEric Alailedoye is a seasoned environmental professional with expertise in air emissions management\, regulatory assurance\, and environmental policy. He currently serves as an Air Emissions Policy Advisor with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas\, where he supports emissions inventory reporting\, modelling\, and policy development. \nEric has a strong technical background in chemical technology\, environmental management\, toxicology\, and environmental health\, and has worked in both Nigeria and Canada on contaminated site risk assessments and regulatory compliance initiatives. He holds multiple bachelor’s degrees and a Master of Science in Environmental Health. Outside of work\, Eric is active in volunteer service and is an avid English Premier League football fan. \n\nCost: \n$40 – A&WMA Members \n$50 – Non-Members \n$15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee; GST included) \nWebinar Access: Individual ($20) | Group ($80) \n\nDetails: \nPlease register by Tuesday\, January 13 to secure your spot and help us plan for lunch. \n\nOnline registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nEdmonton \n\nMember – $40\nNon-member – $50\nStudent  – $15\nWebinar (Group) – $80\nWebinar (Single) – $20
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-january-cpans-luncheon/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250508T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250508T130000
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SUMMARY:Smoke formation dynamics observed from near-field wildland fire sensor deployment in prescribed burning & Automation of haul truck fleet in Alberta mining and the environmental benefits
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our next CPANS Edmonton luncheon\, which will feature two exciting topics. \nAbout the presentations: \nTopic 1: Smoke formation dynamics observed from near-field wildland fire sensor deployment in prescribed burning \nThis talk will present results from sensor deployment near fire-front in a prescribed wildfire in Alberta. The research was conducted through collaboration of Alberta Forestry\, Environment and Protected Areas\, Canadian Forest Services\, and University of Alberta. A network of five low-footprint portable sensors were deployed at downwind locations within 500-1000 meters from active fire. Sharp increase of fire-generated pollutants including particulate matters (PM) were observed within few minutes of fire ignition. Rise of PM2.5 concentration from ambient level to an order of 1000 µg/cm3 along the direction of plume propagation were recorded. Strong spatial variability of plume pattern was observed with two of the five sensors located in the close vicinity not observing apparent changes in air parameters. Sequence of smoke formation through flaming and smoldering phases of fire were identified through the characteristics of plume and propagation. Prospects of low-footprint sensors in wildfire monitoring will be discussed. \nTopic 2: Automation of haul truck fleet in Alberta mining and the environmental benefits \nThere are interests in global mining industries towards automating the operations of extraction\, processing\, and transport. An anticipated cost reduction of $1 per barrel is expected from automation in Alberta oilsands mining. This seminar will present recent research initiatives taken by the Centre for Sensors and System Integration at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology in automating the inspection process of an autonomous mining haul truck fleet. Technology overview on sensor\, camera\, and robotic integration towards an automated system for inspection and data-driven decision making through ML and AI based predictive analytics will be provided. Outcome of automation in reducing emission of pollutants and greenhouse gases will be discussed. Alignment of technology innovation\, automation\, and digitization with economic and environmental benefits will be highlighted. \nAbout the Presenters: \nQuamrul Huda\, Ph.D.\, P.Eng. \nQuamrul Huda is presently working as the JR Shaw Research Chair in Industrial Automation at the Centre for Sensors and System Integration in Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. He received his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering under the Commonwealth Scholarship award in U.K. and had his post-doctoral research under the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship award. Quamrul has research accomplishments in electronic materials\, nano devices\, semiconductor processing\, microelectromechanical systems\, optoelectronics\, and laser spectroscopy. He was a recipient of the Government of Alberta’s Innovation Fund Award for leading the development of IoT-based low-footprint air monitoring systems. Quamrul led projects on remote sensing technologies\, automation & digitization\, environmental monitoring\, wildland fire\, and quantification of large-area and fugitive greenhouse gases emissions. \nWhen: \nMay 8th\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. *** New: Parking is available at the Windsor car park (Note: You cannot park at the V-parking lot) *** \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Tuesday\, May 6 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSingle Webinar Registration ($20) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nSeason Pass Registration grants access to all seven remaining Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/smoke-formation-dynamics-observed-from-near-field-wildland-fire-sensor-deployment-in-prescribed-burning-automation-of-haul-truck-fleet-in-alberta-mining-and-the-environmental-benefits/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250416T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250416T130000
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SUMMARY:Characterization of GHG Fugitive Emissions from an Oil Sands Tailings Pond in Northern Alberta: Results from an Initial Assessment
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our next CPANS Edmonton luncheon on an Albertan mine GHG emission characterization study. The study used flux chambers to quantify emission rates and provided insight to temporal variation. \nPresenter: Lucas Zhang \nAbout the presentation: \nThe oil sands tailings ponds are a significant source of GHG emissions in Alberta. Typical GHG emission measurements over oil sands tailings pond use flux chambers and take a single measurement of 30 to 90 minutes that may not account for temporal variability of emissions. An autonomous mobile platform was deployed at a tailings pond near an active mine site in Northern Alberta for a 5-day GHG emission characterization study in the fall of 2016. GHG emissions were sampled and measured with a flux chamber and a CO2/CH4 analyzer on board. The combination of two solar panels and two heavy-duty lead-acid batteries provided enough power for up to 13 hours of operation. The autonomous mobile platform collected 111 CO2 emission data points over 5 days at three different locations of the tailings pond during this study. The individual CO2 flux rates ranged from 0.22 – 1.15 µmol/(m2-sec) with daily average CO2 flux rates ranged from 0.45 to 0.72 µmol/(m2-sec). The daytime and nighttime flux rates measured at all three locations showed no significant differences. The CH4 emissions followed a different pattern compared to that of CO2 as peaks of CH4 concentration above background were recorded under both open- and closed- statuses of the flux chamber. The CH4 signals collected under the chamber-closed status were not representative of the true CH4 emissions. This was likely due to the spatial irregularity of the CH4 emission at the three sampling sites and the small cross-section area of the flux chamber on board the platform. The study provided insight into the temporal variation of GHG emissions from the tailings pond and demonstrated the potential of the autonomous mobile platform for measuring emissions on tailings ponds. \nAbout the Presenters: \nLucas Zhang\nLucas Zhang is the Director of the Conventional Oil and Gas Aggregate Program under the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) Regulation. He started working for the Government of Alberta in 2016 and has focused on quantifying greenhouse gas emissions and ambient air monitoring in the oil sands region\, and more recently\, implementing the TIER Regulation with respect to the conventional oil and gas sector. He holds degrees in Environmental Engineering and brings expertise in data analysis\, computer programming\, process automation\, regulatory implementation\, and stakeholder engagement. He’s looking forward to sharing his experience in measuring emissions from a tailings pond today. \nWhen: \nApril 16th\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. *** New: Parking is available at the Windsor car park (Note: You cannot park at the V-parking lot) *** \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Tuesday\, April 15 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSingle Webinar Registration ($20) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nSeason Pass Registration grants access to all seven remaining Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/characterization-of-ghg-fugitive-emissions-from-an-oil-sands-tailings-pond-in-northern-alberta-results-from-an-initial-assessment/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250218T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250318T130000
DTSTAMP:20250129T041256Z
CREATED:20250129T035245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T041256Z
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SUMMARY:Blatchford – Breaking the Mold on Community Development
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to our next CPANS Edmonton luncheon\, where we will explore the groundbreaking Blatchford redevelopment project – a pioneering model of sustainable urban living right here in Edmonton. Join us to gain insights into how the City of Edmonton is leading the way in community development by acting as both the land developer and renewable energy utility provider for one of North America’s largest sustainable communities. \nPresenters: Tom Lumsden\, Dr. Christian Felske \nAbout the presentation: \nLearn more about how the City of Edmonton is acting as the land developer and renewable energy utility provider for one of the largest sustainable communities being built in North America. Blatchford (the former municipal airport lands) is an urban community in the heart of Edmonton\, designed to be a great neighbourhood for families\, a catalyst for transformational land development and a path towards a more resilient future. \nBlatchford combines the best of mature neighbourhoods ⁠— central living\, connected streets\, vibrant public spaces ⁠— with sustainable features that will make the community resilient\, including renewable energy and low-impact design\, paths and public transit\, high building standards and a diversity of housing. With the goal of being carbon neutral and using 100% renewable energy\, Blatchford’s vision is ambitious\, exciting and becoming increasingly important with the climate crisis. \nAbout the Presenters: \nTom Lumsden\nTom is the Development Manager for the Blatchford redevelopment project in Edmonton. With over 25 years of experience in both the public and private sectors\, he brings extensive knowledge in land development and project management. In his role\, Tom leads the planning\, building\, and sales efforts for Blatchford\, ensuring it becomes one of the largest sustainable developments in North America. \nDr. Christian Felske\nDr. Felske is the Director of Renewable Energy Systems at the City of Edmonton and a Professional Engineer with over 20 years of experience in municipal and provincial government in both Canada and Germany. Since 2016\, he has been at the forefront of Edmonton’s renewable energy initiatives\, leading the development of the Blatchford Renewable Energy Utility\, the Downtown District Energy initiative\, and the city’s first District Energy Strategy. \nWhen: \nFebruary 18th\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. *** New: Parking is available at the Windsor car park (Note: You cannot park at the V-parking lot) *** \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Friday\, February 14 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSingle Webinar Registration ($20) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nSeason Pass Registration grants access to all seven remaining Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/blatchford-breaking-the-mold-on-community-development/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250122T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250122T130000
DTSTAMP:20250120T172338Z
CREATED:20250114T001424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T172338Z
UID:2444-1737545400-1737550800@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Comparing the Influence of Particulate Matter Sources on Communities in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region Using Ambient PM2.5/PM10 Ratio Profiles
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to the first CPANS Edmonton luncheon of 2025! Join us for an insightful presentation exploring particulate matter sources and their influence on communities in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region (AOSR). This event promises to provide valuable information on air quality management and the challenges faced by Indigenous communities in the region. \nPresenters: Danlin Su\, and David Spink \nAbout the presentation: \nSurface oil sands mining operations in the Athabasca Oil Sands Region (AOSR) are major contributors to particulate matter (PM) emissions. In addition to fine PM\, predominantly emitted by stationary combustion sources and mine fleet\, coarse PM (i.e.\, fugitive dust) and its associated nuisance and potential health impacts are a concern for Indigenous communities. This presentation will cover PM2.5/PM10 ratio profiles determined using ambient data collected at various air monitoring stations across the AOSR. It will also analyze the factors influencing PM2.5/PM10 ratios observed in different communities. \nAbout the Presenters: \nDanlin Su is an environmental engineer and independent consultant. She has worked in various civil and environmental engineering roles in both the public and private sectors. Currently\, she focuses on supporting Indigenous communities in Alberta affected by oil sands and industrial developments on air quality management issues. \nDavid Spink is an environmental engineer who has extensive experience in air quality and management. He worked with Environment Canada and Alberta Environment before transitioning to a career as a consultant. For the past 20 years\, David has specialized in air quality management related to oil sands development\, primarily working with First Nations and Métis communities. \nWhen: \nJanuary 22nd\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. *** New: Parking is available at the Windsor car park (Note: You cannot park at the V-parking lot) *** \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Monday\, January 20 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSingle Webinar Registration ($20) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nSeason Pass Registration grants access to all seven remaining Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/comparing-the-influence-of-particulate-matter-sources-on-communities-in-the-athabasca-oil-sands-region-using-ambient-pm2-5-pm10-ratio-profiles/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241210T130000
DTSTAMP:20241129T033744Z
CREATED:20241129T033744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T033744Z
UID:2301-1733830200-1733835600@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Consultation in Alberta
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to the next CPANS Edmonton luncheon\, part of our ongoing series to promote professional growth and networking. This event will feature an engaging and informative presentation on Indigenous Consultation in Alberta\, led by two esteemed speakers from the Aboriginal Consultation Office. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the critical processes and relationships involved in Indigenous consultation in the province. \nPresenters: Mickéal Hoffman and Sarabpreet Singh \nAbout the presentation: \nThis presentation will provide a comprehensive overview of Indigenous consultation in Alberta\, including: \n\nA background on consultation.\nThe Aboriginal Consultation Office.\nAn overview of the consultation process.\nDelegated consultation.\nConcluding consultation.\n\n  \nAbout the Presenters: \nMickéal Hoffman \nMickéal Hoffman is an Engagement Specialist with the Aboriginal Consultation Office\, Ministry of Indigenous Relations. He is responsible for education\, training\, and process enhancement with industry proponents\, Indigenous communities\, Alberta ministries\, and other regulators. His work focuses on improving information sharing\, fostering positive changes\, bridging gaps in understanding and knowledge\, and building relationships among all parties involved in consultation. \nSarabpreet Singh \nSarabpreet Singh is the Director of Process Enhancement and Strategic Relations with the Aboriginal Consultation Office\, Ministry of Indigenous Relations. With over 15 years of experience in Alberta’s public sector\, including roles with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas\, Sarabpreet leads consultation process enhancements\, strategic relationships\, training\, and outreach related to Indigenous consultation on land and natural resource management in Alberta. \n  \nWhen: \nTuesday\, December 10th\, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. New parking is available at the Windsor car park (Note: You cannot park at the V-parking lot). \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Thursday\, December 6 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nSingle Webinar- Registration ($20) \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nThe seasonal pass grants access to all eight Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/indigenous-consultation-in-alberta/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241125T123000
DTSTAMP:20241128T042648Z
CREATED:20241116T210920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T042648Z
UID:2275-1732532400-1732537800@cpans.org
SUMMARY:AI Data Centres - Opportunities for Alberta and Sustainable Solutions
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the continuation of the CPANS Edmonton luncheon series\, a vital platform for professional development and networking within our community. Building on the success of last season\, we are set to reconvene at our esteemed venue\, the University of Alberta Faculty Club. This year\, we have curated a lineup of eight distinguished speakers who will provide valuable insights and foster engaging discussions on pertinent topics. Your participation and support are crucial to the success of these luncheons\, so please share this announcement with your network. \nPresenter: The Honourable Nate Glubish\, Minister of Technology and Innovation for Alberta \nAbout the presentation: \nAlberta stands at the forefront of becoming a hub for AI data centres\, thanks to its abundant energy resources\, skilled workforce\, and burgeoning tech sector. The establishment of AI data centres presents a significant opportunity for economic diversification\, job creation\, and the enhancement of Alberta’s digital infrastructure. However\, the substantial energy consumption of data centres necessitates a focus on sustainability. This presentation will explore sustainable solutions\, including leveraging Alberta’s renewable energy sources\, optimizing energy-efficient cooling systems\, and adopting carbon capture technologies. By prioritizing sustainable practices\, Alberta can attract global tech investments while minimizing environmental impact\, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable AI infrastructure. \nAbout the Presenter: \nThe Honourable Nate Glubish\, Minister of Technology and Innovation for Alberta\, will lead this insightful discussion. Minister Glubish has been instrumental in advancing Alberta’s technology sector\, focusing on innovation-driven growth and sustainable development. His leadership has been pivotal in positioning Alberta as a prime location for AI data centres\, emphasizing the province’s commitment to sustainable technological advancement. \nWhen: \nNovember 25th\, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm \nVenue: \nUniversity Club\, University of Alberta\n11435 Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6G 2G9 \nThe U of A campus is accessible via light rail transit and bus. Attendees are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $5 for the lunch hour). \nRegistration: \nPlease register by Friday\, November 22 to secure your spot and ensure we order the correct number of lunches. Online registration and payment options\, including credit card payments\, are available through the links below: \nIn-Person Registration: \nMember Registration ($40) \nNon-member Registration ($50) \nStudent Registration ($15) \nWebinar Registration: \nSingle Webinar- Registration ($20) \nGroup Webinar Registration ($80) \nSeason Pass Option: \nMember Seasonal Pass ($280) \nNon-Member Seasonal Pass ($350) \nThe seasonal pass grants access to all eight Edmonton luncheons\, offering a valuable opportunity to network and gain continuous professional insights throughout the season.
URL:https://cpans.org/event/ai-data-centres-opportunities-for-alberta-and-sustainable-solutions/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20180119T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20180119T130000
DTSTAMP:20180119T182751Z
CREATED:20180119T182751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180119T182751Z
UID:629-1516361400-1516366800@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton January Luncheon: Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the January Edmonton Luncheon Topic: Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation \nIntroducing Alberta’s New Industrial Carbon Pricing System.  On January 1st\, Alberta transitioned from the Specified Gas Emitters’ Regulation to a new system to price carbon emissions from larger industrial facilities\, as per committed in the Climate Leadership Plan. \nPresenter: Heather Carmichael is the Director of the Emissions Policy Unit in the Alberta Climate Change Office.  She has worked with the Government of Alberta for almost 10 years on a range of issues including oil sands environmental management\, energy efficiency\, public transparency and climate change.  Heather has been working on climate change mitigation policy since 2013. He work has included supporting the creation of the Alberta Climate Leadership Plan and development of the Carbon Competitiveness Incentive Regulation.  Heather is also involved in two other key Climate Leadership Plan pillars\, the oil sands emission limit and the 45% oil and gas methane reduction target. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $35 – A&WMA Members / $45 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $35.00 CADNon-Member $45.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \nCPANS is also pleased to offer this luncheon as a webinar. Individual webinar cost is $15 . Group webinar cost is $75. Please use the links below to sign up for the webinar. \nWebinar Individual: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ZNTJA4SH6BBDN \nWebinar Group: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=CE978KKKGXQQ6 \nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-january-luncheon-carbon-competitiveness-incentive-regulation/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171117T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171117T130000
DTSTAMP:20171112T234751Z
CREATED:20171112T234751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171112T234751Z
UID:606-1510918200-1510923600@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton November Luncheon: Dirty Cities and Dusty Skies - Photochemistry at the Surface of Urban Road Dust
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the November Edmonton Luncheon Topic: Dirty Cities and Dusty Skies – Photochemistry at the Surface of Urban Road Dust. \nRoad dust resuspension is a major source of primary particulate matter in many urban centres\, especially those where traction materials are applied to roadways in the winter months. Although many studies have investigated the composition and toxicity of road dust\, virtually nothing is currently known regarding its role as a substrate for chemical and photochemical processes. In this talk\, I will outline our group’s approach to studying photochemistry at the surface of Edmonton road dust and winter street sweepings\, and highlight some of our recent discoveries. \nPresenter: Sarah A. Styler obtained her BSc\, MSc\, and PhD from the University of Toronto and conducted postdoctoral research at the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research. In 2015\, she joined the University of Alberta as an Assistant Professor of Environmental Chemistry\, where her group’s research focuses on chemistry and photochemistry in atmospheric aerosol populations typical of those found in polluted and dust-influenced urban environments. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $35 – A&WMA Members / $45 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $35.00 CADNon-Member $45.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \nCPANS is also pleased to offer this luncheon as a webinar. Individual webinar cost is $15 . Group webinar cost is $75. Please use the links below to sign up for the webinar. \nWebinar Individual: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ZNTJA4SH6BBDN \nWebinar Group: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=CE978KKKGXQQ6 \nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-november-luncheon-dirty-cities-and-dusty-skies-photochemistry-at-the-surface-of-urban-road-dust/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170913T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170913T130000
DTSTAMP:20170906T210714Z
CREATED:20170901T232308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T210714Z
UID:582-1505302200-1505307600@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Source Apportionment of Secondary Fine Particulate Matter in Central Alberta Using CMAQ
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the September Edmonton Luncheon Topic: Source Apportionment of Secondary Fine Particulate Matter in Central Alberta Using CMAQ \nIn 2016\, Alberta Environment and Parks awarded the Parkland Airshed Management Zone with a grant to perform source apportionment modelling of secondary fine particulate matter in central Alberta; contractor Ramboll Environ was retained. Building on their previous secondary fine particulate matter modelling in the Alberta Capital Region\, Ramboll Environ expanded the scope of the modelling to encompass central Alberta. Six source apportionment scenarios were identified based on common emission sources in central Alberta: on-road mobile sources\, upstream oil and gas\, coal-fired electrical generating units\, other electrical generating units\, other stationary point sources\, and all anthropogenic sources. Results of the source apportionment scenarios will be presented along with information regarding model performance and recommendations for future work. \nPresenter: Maxwell Mazur joined Alberta Environment and Parks in 2014. He is the is the Senior Air Quality Specialist for the Red Deer North Saskatchewan region. In his time with the department he has contributed to the understanding and management of fine particulate matter in the region through the Capital Region and Red Deer fine particulate matter responses. This work combines Maxwell’s experience in air quality research (e.g. M.Sc. University of Toronto\, Publications with Environment Canada) and interaction with stakeholders to implement and achieve effective air quality management in Alberta. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $35 – A&WMA Members / $45 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nCPANS is also pleased to offer this luncheon as a webinar. Individual webinar cost is $15 . Group webinar cost is $75. Please use the links below to sign up for the webinar. \nWebinar Individual: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ZNTJA4SH6BBDN \nWebinar Group: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=CE978KKKGXQQ6 \nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/source-apportionment-of-secondary-fine-particulate-matter-in-central-alberta-using-cmaq/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170407T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170407T130000
DTSTAMP:20170403T224303Z
CREATED:20170327T230655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170403T224303Z
UID:544-1491564600-1491570000@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton April Luncheon: Implementing Regional Air Quality Management Frameworks in Red Deer – North Saskatchewan
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the April Edmonton Luncheon Topic: Implementing Regional Air Quality Management Frameworks in Red Deer – North Saskatchewan. \nPresenters: Phoenix Le: Phoenix Le joined Alberta Environment and Parks in 2013 as an Air Technical Coordinator shortly after graduating from the University of British Columbia with a BSc in Environmental Sciences and currently pursuing her MEng in Environmental Engineering from the University of Alberta. Her work includes leading implementation of the Capital Region Air Quality Management Framework and regional fine particulate matter responses in the Capital Region and Red Deer areas which requires collaboration with stakeholders to develop informed management actions\, advance investigation\, and engage in public outreach. \nFiona Slessor: Fiona Slessor is an environmental engineer currently working with the Planning Branch at Alberta Environment and Parks as the Air Planning Specialist. Her work includes coordinating environmental input into regional plan development and leading the development of regional air quality management frameworks. \nMaxwell Mazur: Maxwell Mazur joined Alberta Environment and Parks in 2014. He is the is the Senior Air Quality Specialist for the Red Deer North Saskatchewan region. In his time with the department he has contributed to the understanding and management of fine particulate matter in the region through the Capital Region and Red Deer fine particulate matter responses. This work combines Maxwell’s experience in air quality research (e.g. M.Sc. University of Toronto\, Publications with Environment Canada) and interaction with stakeholders to implement and achieve effective air quality management in Alberta. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $30 – A&WMA Members / $40 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nCPANS is also pleased to offer this luncheon as a webinar. Individual webinar cost is $15 . Group webinar cost is $75. Please use the links below to sign up for the webinar. \nWebinar Individual: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ZNTJA4SH6BBDN \nWebinar Group: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=CE978KKKGXQQ6 \nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-april-luncheon-implementing-regional-air-quality-management-frameworks-in-red-deer-north-saskatchewan/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170313T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170313T130000
DTSTAMP:20170227T183748Z
CREATED:20170227T175258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170227T183748Z
UID:536-1489404600-1489410000@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton March Luncheon: The Role of Airsheds in Support of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the March Edmonton Luncheon Topic: The Role of Airsheds in Support of Alberta’s Climate Leadership Plan. \nAlberta’s Airsheds have played an integral role of monitoring regional ambient air for the past twenty years.  By having all stakeholders work through consensus\, Airsheds are uniquely capable of providing impartial data and information. Given this public trust in Airsheds\, it’s not surprising that Airsheds play an important role in supporting the Government’s Climate Leadership Plan. While our work focusses on monitoring pollutants related to ground level ecosystem health\, we know that ecosystem health is influenced by systems outside of the direct area and the impacts of climate change are being felt. Airsheds also do much more than monitor\, including being counted upon to provide vital information on air quality to the public\, schools\, municipalities and non governmental organizations. Increasingly\, we are being asked to link our knowledge transfer on air quality with climate change issues. \nPresenters: Brent Korobanik and Gary Redmond. \nBrent is the Environment Manager of Lehigh Cement as well as the President of the Alberta Capital Airshed and Gary is the Executive Director of the Alberta Capital Airshed. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $30 – A&WMA Members / $40 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nCPANS is also pleased to offer this luncheon as a webinar. Individual webinar cost is $15 . Group webinar cost is $75. Please use the links below to sign up for the webinar. \nWebinar Individual: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=ZNTJA4SH6BBDN \nWebinar Group: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=CE978KKKGXQQ6 \nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-march-luncheon-the-role-of-airsheds-in-support-of-albertas-climate-leadership-plan/
LOCATION:University of Alberta\, Lister Centre\, 11613 87 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, AB T6G 2H6\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20161202T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20161202T130000
DTSTAMP:20161121T204243Z
CREATED:20161121T204243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161121T204243Z
UID:491-1480678200-1480683600@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton December Luncheon: Primary Heavy Oil and Oil Sands – Still Venting After All These Years
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the December Edmonton Luncheon Topic – Heavy Oil and Oil Sands\, Still Venting After All These Years. \nIn 2000\, the Alberta Government\, due to rising prices for natural gas\, began to require measurement and capture of methane being vented from heavy oil and primary (cold produced) oil sands wells. Saskatchewan tended to follow Alberta’s lead\, although results are harder to track.  While this had some initial impact on total vented volumes in the province (mainly due to better economics with high gas prices)\, and there has been some reduction in venting intensity per barrel\, there are still systemic issues which result in over 4-5 MtCO2eq/yr of GHG emissions from venting produced solution gas from these types of wells in Alberta.  The GHG emissions are considered a global issue and unnecessary venting reduces the industry’s credibility as environmental stewards\, however\, a greater potential loss is the loss of a valuable local energy source which could be used to increase heavy oil recovery in those same regions. \nThis presentation will discuss how primary heavy oil/oil sands has changed over the last 15 years and how those changes should have greatly reduced methane venting from production operations. Examples will be covered of some areas where operations in some township are emitting over 5 million m3/yr of natural gas vs. other areas with low vent emissions\, and highlight the differences in the properties of those resources\, the differences in well configurations and the attitudes of the producers which motivate conservation. \nPresenter: Bruce Peachey\, FEIC\, FCIC\, P.Eng.\, President of New Paradigm Engineering Ltd\, in Edmonton \nBruce has over 35 years experience in the upstream oil and gas industry. BSc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan. He spent 16 years with Imperial Oil including testing and commercial implementation of vent gas compression for Cold Lake 1981-85. Bruce formed New Paradigm in 1991 to address chronic problems in the oil and gas industry. He is a founding member of Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada (PTAC) and instructor at U of A “Oil and Gas Property Evaluation” to 4th year Petroleum Engineering and “Environmental Stewardship – Energy\, Carbon and Water” for the Faculty of Extension. He is involved in assessments of new technologies\, providing input to entrepreneurs\, gathering information on regional level oil and gas impacts. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $30 – A&WMA Members / $40 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-december-luncheon-primary-heavy-oil-and-oil-sands-still-venting-after-all-these-years/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20161118T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20161118T130000
DTSTAMP:20161116T210733Z
CREATED:20161115T003232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161116T210733Z
UID:486-1479468600-1479474000@cpans.org
SUMMARY:Edmonton November Luncheon: City of Edmonton's Energy Transition Strategy
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the November Edmonton Luncheon Topic – City of Edmonton’s Energy Transition Strategy. \nAt a time when many of the world’s most innovative communities are striving to build low-carbon economies\, Edmonton’s Community Energy Transition Strategy is about participating in this movement. While Edmonton will continue to play an important role in developing Alberta’s resource industries\, at the same time it will be transitioning to a low-carbon\, energy sustainable future. This strategy responds with actions that will reduce Edmonton’s GHG emissions\, reduce energy use per person\, improve energy efficiency in all sectors\, diversify our energy mix and make our energy systems more resilient. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of Edmonton’s Community Energy Transition Strategy and the projects that the newly formed Energy Transition Unit are undertaking including: Residential EnerGuide Labelling\, Building Energy Disclosure\, Electric Vehicle Strategy and Energy Efficiency Policies in City Operations. \nPresenter: Howaida Hassan\, P. Eng.\, Senior Environmental Project Manager \nHowaida Hassan is a Senior Engineer with the City of Edmonton working with the City Environmental Strategies team with the Sustainable Development. Howaida was born and raised in Toronto and has lived in Edmonton for 14 years. She earned her bachelors degree in Civil Engineering in 1999 from the University of Waterloo\, and soon after moved to Edmonton where she joined the City of Edmonton’s Transportation Planning branch. Howaida has 10 years of experience working in Transportation Planning including transportation modeling\, household travel surveys\, policy and strategy development. Her new role with the City is with the Energy Transition team with a special focus on reducing GHG and energy use from transportation. \nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $30 – A&WMA Members / $40 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-november-luncheon-city-of-edmontons-energy-transition-strategy/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon,Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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SUMMARY:Edmonton September Luncheon: The Challenge of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:CPANS is pleased to announce the start of the Edmonton luncheon series for the 2016-2017 season. This year we will have eight speakers and the theme of this season’s Edmonton Luncheon series is “Climate Change Impacts and Threats”. \nSeptember Luncheon Topic – The Challenge of Climate Change for Built Environments: Identifying Climate Change Risks and the Need for Resilience Planning \nFriday\, September 09\, 2016\nClimate change means Alberta will experience shifts in both the climate ranges and extreme events that define the operating environment for the design\, operations and maintenance activities for critical public infrastructure and the built environment. Designs for our infrastructure investments will need to operate safely and reliably under these emerging shifts\, and will need to cope with increasingly frequent and higher intensity extreme events resulting from climate change. That can only happen if infrastructure is designed with an understanding of climate-induced impacts and taking proactive measures to reduce impacts from emerging climate risks. \nJoin us for a discussion on the challenge of climate change for engineers and asset managers. We’ll cover how climate-induced risks translate from the natural operating environment to infrastructure impacts\, the multiple motivators for design professionals to manage these climate risks\, and an overview of Best Practices to assess and manage climate induced risks to the built environment. \nPresenter: Roger Rempel\, P. Eng. FEC\, IRP\, Senior Environmental Engineer\, WSP Canada\nRoger is an environmental engineer with over 20 years of experience in environmental assessment\, climate change vulnerability assessment\, quantitative risk assessment\, environmental systems modeling and public consultation.\nRoger has conducted climate change impact assessments and served as technical advisor to a number of multi-disciplinary study teams assessing public infrastructure and related components for vulnerability to climate change impacts and extreme events. He conducted climate change impact workshops for Canadian impact assessors to define climate data requirements for modelling practitioners within Canada’s Prairie Regional Adaptation Collaborative (PRAC)\, and has conducted scoping assessments and pilot applications of new climate change impact assessment tools for municipal planning\, water demand forecasting and extreme runoff management. \nRoger is an instructor for Engineers Canada’s PIEVC Protocol\, conducting workshops to engineers and climate agencies on how to apply the PIEVC Protocol\, and has taught these workshops throughout Canada\, and internationally in the United States\, Brazil\, Costa Rica\, St. Lucia and Honduras. Roger’s work in engineering assessment of critical infrastructure for impacts related to climate change has been conducted in Canada\, the U.S.A.\, the Caribbean and Central America. \nIn June of 2016\, Roger became one of the first six Professional Engineers in Canada to achieve Engineers Canada’s new Infrastructure Resiliency Professional certification. \nAbout the Luncheon\nThe luncheon is scheduled for Friday\, September 09 2016. The luncheon will be a short reception followed by a buffet lunch. \n\nLocation: The University of Alberta Faculty Club (11435\, Saskatchewan Drive)\, Papaschase Room (upstairs\, right)\nDate: Friday\, September 09\, 2016\nTime: 11:30 to 1:00 p.m. (registration starts at 11:30)\nCost: $30 – A&WMA Members / $40 – Non-Members / $15 – Students (includes hot lunch & coffee). All prices include GST.\nContact e-mail – Madhan.Selvaraj@wspgroup.com or call (780) 660 1250 if you like to attend the event. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nCPANS Edmonton Luncheon\n\n\nMember $30.00 CADNon-Member $40.00 CADStudent $15.00 CAD\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe U of A campus is accessible by light rail transit and bus. A map of the campus is available at: http://www.campusmap.ualberta.ca/. You are encouraged to use public transit or ride-share. Parking is available in the V-Lot (coin and credit card\, $2 for the lunch hour) and Windsor ($1 for 15 minutes).
URL:https://cpans.org/event/edmonton-luncheon/
LOCATION:The University of Alberta Faculty Club\, 11435\, Saskatchewan Drive\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Edmonton Luncheon
ORGANIZER;CN="CPANS Edmonton":MAILTO:EdmontonLuncheon@cpans.org
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