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ACADIA UNIVSERSITY - K.C. Irving Environmental Science Center
The K.C. Irving Environmental Science Center and The Atlantic Centre for Global Change and Ecosystem Research
Acadia faculty has the research expertise and knowledge in the areas of genetics, population biology and ecology of natural and manipulated ecosystems, both terrestrial and aquatic. This expertise serves as the underpinnings for vital research into the important questions regarding the effects of climate change at the whole range of expected biological response, from the genetic to the ecosystem level. We train and research utilizing highly qualified scientists needed by the environmental technology sector who collaborate with our research partners and networks to achieve solutions to climate change problems.
The K.C. Irving Science Centre has the capacity to facilitate climate change research utilizing the latest technology. Six, 19 square meter, gas tight phytotrons which can hold plants or materials over 3 meters in height. Climate parameters in each phytotron are controlled by individual air handling systems to accommodate various treatment levels of CO2 and other gases. Reverse osmosis, tempered and untreated aquifer water is available in each unit and all parameters are computer controlled. Each phytotron has accessory data ports and computer controlled electrical outlets all of which are accessible via the internet. Conditions are continuously monitored by staff to ensure parameter consistency. Labs equipped with the latest analytical apparatus support research and researchers in the phytotrons, greenhouses and growth chambers.
Acadia faculty has the research expertise and knowledge in the areas of genetics, population biology and ecology of natural and manipulated ecosystems, both terrestrial and aquatic. This expertise serves as the underpinnings for vital research into the important questions regarding the effects of climate change at the whole range of expected biological response, from the genetic to the ecosystem level. We train and research utilizing highly qualified scientists needed by the environmental technology sector who collaborate with our research partners and networks to achieve solutions to climate change problems.
The K.C. Irving Science Centre has the capacity to facilitate climate change research utilizing the latest technology. Six, 19 square meter, gas tight phytotrons which can hold plants or materials over 3 meters in height. Climate parameters in each phytotron are controlled by individual air handling systems to accommodate various treatment levels of CO2 and other gases. Reverse osmosis, tempered and untreated aquifer water is available in each unit and all parameters are computer controlled. Each phytotron has accessory data ports and computer controlled electrical outlets all of which are accessible via the internet. Conditions are continuously monitored by staff to ensure parameter consistency. Labs equipped with the latest analytical apparatus support research and researchers in the phytotrons, greenhouses and growth chambers.
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Peter Romkey PO Box 48, Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6 Ph: 902.585.1757 / Fax: 902.670.4547 Website |
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CAPE BRETON UNIVERSITY
Through the 1990’s, Cape Breton University has been one of the fastest growing institutes of higher education in all of Atlantic Canada. Being both a college and a university, the first of its kind and a trend-setter in Canada, CBU offers degree and diploma programs in liberal arts and sciences, and applied arts and technology, as well as certification in apprenticeship trades, with lots of opportunity to blend programs or transfer credits between them.
Since 1975 CBU has set trends with Environmental programs beginning with the Engineering Technology (Environmental Studies). Presently, students can choose from the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Studies) degree, the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Health) degree, the Engineering Technology (Environmental Studies) diploma, or a number of special contract training options in Quality and Productivity Improvement including IOS 9000/14000 and Total Quality Management.
Since 1975 CBU has set trends with Environmental programs beginning with the Engineering Technology (Environmental Studies). Presently, students can choose from the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Studies) degree, the Bachelor of Technology (Environmental Health) degree, the Engineering Technology (Environmental Studies) diploma, or a number of special contract training options in Quality and Productivity Improvement including IOS 9000/14000 and Total Quality Management.
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Ken Bickerton P.O. Box 5300, Sydney, NS B1P 6L2 Ph: 902-563-1801 / Fax:902-563-1449 Ken_Bickerton@uccb.ca www.uccb.ns.ca |
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NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Environmental Engineering Technology Water Resources
Freshwater resources in Canada and throughout the world are being seriously affected by population and technological growth, lifestyle aspirations, contamination, mismanagement and climate change. The Environmental Engineering Technology - Water Resources program at the Nova Scotia Community College addresses these concerns by focusing on the skills and education necessary for people to assume responsibility as engineering technologists in the management, protection, development and use of freshwater resources along with restoration of deteriorated groundwater and surface water bodies.
The two year program is recognized nationally and internationally as a result of its accreditation at the Engineering Technologist level by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists. Graduates of the program can achieve certified engineering technologist (CET) designation after 2 years of relevant work experience. Employment opportunities are offered by consulting firms, service companies and industry in the private sector, governments at the municipal, provincial and federal levels and the water and wastewater treatment area.
The two year program is recognized nationally and internationally as a result of its accreditation at the Engineering Technologist level by the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists. Graduates of the program can achieve certified engineering technologist (CET) designation after 2 years of relevant work experience. Employment opportunities are offered by consulting firms, service companies and industry in the private sector, governments at the municipal, provincial and federal levels and the water and wastewater treatment area.
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James Kerr, Faculty NSCC - Waterfront Campus 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5 Ph: (902) 491-1235 / Fax: (902) 491-1275 James.Kerr@nscc.ca www.nscc.ca |
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NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Environmental Sustainability and Development
Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) is a vibrant post-secondary institution committed to building Nova Scotia's economy and quality of life through education and innovation. NSCC offers over 100 programs in five academic schools that reflect the labour market needs and opportunities of the provincial economy, and serves the province through a network of 13 campuses.
NSCC is committed to taking a leadership role in environmental sustainability - not only within the walls of our campuses - but also in how we teach our students and how we conduct applied research. In September 2010, the Centre for the Built Environment (CBE) will open at the Waterfront Campus in Dartmouth. The CBE will look and feel unlike any other trades and technology building in Nova Scotia, or the rest of Canada.
Integrated renewable energy and advanced building systems create a minimal ecological footprint and provide a unique learning experience for students in 14 programs within the School of Trades & Technology, representing a huge step forward in sustainable design. Embedded in the curricula will be the ecological theme that goes hand-in-hand with the College's environmental goals.
The CBE will act as the focal point, around which the Nova Scotia industry can develop leading-edge environmental knowledge and sustainable practices that are in growing demand worldwide.
NSCC is committed to taking a leadership role in environmental sustainability - not only within the walls of our campuses - but also in how we teach our students and how we conduct applied research. In September 2010, the Centre for the Built Environment (CBE) will open at the Waterfront Campus in Dartmouth. The CBE will look and feel unlike any other trades and technology building in Nova Scotia, or the rest of Canada.
Integrated renewable energy and advanced building systems create a minimal ecological footprint and provide a unique learning experience for students in 14 programs within the School of Trades & Technology, representing a huge step forward in sustainable design. Embedded in the curricula will be the ecological theme that goes hand-in-hand with the College's environmental goals.
The CBE will act as the focal point, around which the Nova Scotia industry can develop leading-edge environmental knowledge and sustainable practices that are in growing demand worldwide.
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Don Jardine, Academic Chair NSCC - Waterfront Campus 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 0A5 Ph: (902) 491-4251 / Fax: (902) 491-1275 Don.Jardine "@" nscc.ca www.nscc.ca |
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NOVA SCOTIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Natural Resources Environmental Technology Program
The Natural Resources Environmental Technology program is offered at the Strait Area Campus and trains students interested in deepening their understanding of environmental challenges and solutions.
NRET combines practical and theoretical skills to prepare graduates to work in environmental and related industries. To keep pace with the increasing requirement for environmental technology workers to help solve environmental issues and problems all courses are presented from an environmental sustainability perspective.
Students spend considerable time performing fieldwork and outdoor labs. The Natural Resources Environmental Technology Diploma is accredited through Canadian Environmental Certification Approvals Board (CECAB) and allows students to gain certification as a Certified Canadian Environmental Practitioner (CCEP).
NRET combines practical and theoretical skills to prepare graduates to work in environmental and related industries. To keep pace with the increasing requirement for environmental technology workers to help solve environmental issues and problems all courses are presented from an environmental sustainability perspective.
Students spend considerable time performing fieldwork and outdoor labs. The Natural Resources Environmental Technology Diploma is accredited through Canadian Environmental Certification Approvals Board (CECAB) and allows students to gain certification as a Certified Canadian Environmental Practitioner (CCEP).
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Peter MacLean, Academic Chair NSCC - Strait Area Campus 226 Reeves Street Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2A2 Ph: (902) 625-7154 / Fax: (902) 625-0193 peter.maclean@nscc.ca www.nscc.ca |
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ST FRANCIS XAVIER UNIVERSITY
St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is one of the top primarily undergraduate institutions in Canada. Two research centres at StFX are focussed on environmental issues and finding innovative means to deal with them; the Centre for Applied Petroleum Sciences (CAPS) and the Environmental Sciences Research Centre (ESRC).
Research at CAPS is looking at the formation and control of biofilms and to develop techniques to map their structure - think of the prevention of bacterially-induced pipeline corrosion - and the oil spills that corroded pipelines can lead to. Also being examined at CAPS are ways of synthesizing and characterizing new surfactants, with important applications in areas of interest to the oil and gas industry, such as soil remediation and treatment of sour gas deposits.
StFX's Environmental Sciences Research Centre (ESRC) is examining climate change, in particular, the impacts that human activities have on forests and their soils with respect to increased carbon dioxide emissions from these disturbed sites.
Heading up efforts to commercialize the innovative ideas resulting from the environmental research at StFX is the Industry Liaison Office (ILO), which is the bridge for researchers, staff and students of StFX with industry, investors, and government, and works to provide assistance and promote the benefits of university research to industry and the local economy.
Research at CAPS is looking at the formation and control of biofilms and to develop techniques to map their structure - think of the prevention of bacterially-induced pipeline corrosion - and the oil spills that corroded pipelines can lead to. Also being examined at CAPS are ways of synthesizing and characterizing new surfactants, with important applications in areas of interest to the oil and gas industry, such as soil remediation and treatment of sour gas deposits.
StFX's Environmental Sciences Research Centre (ESRC) is examining climate change, in particular, the impacts that human activities have on forests and their soils with respect to increased carbon dioxide emissions from these disturbed sites.
Heading up efforts to commercialize the innovative ideas resulting from the environmental research at StFX is the Industry Liaison Office (ILO), which is the bridge for researchers, staff and students of StFX with industry, investors, and government, and works to provide assistance and promote the benefits of university research to industry and the local economy.
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Andrew J. D. Kendall, Industry Liaison Officer Ph: (902) 867-3660 / Fax: (902) 867-3246 akendall@stfx.ca www.stfx.ca |
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SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
Saint Mary’s University has 8,000 students and provides training in Environmental Science via the B.Sc. in Environmental studies programme, which has honours and co-op options. There is also the M.Sc. in Applied Science Programme with a co-op option.
This is a two year interdisciplinary graduate programme in which students can do environmental projects that range across the fields of chemistry, biology, environmental studies, geography, geology, math/computer science and management science.
Faculty at the University also welcome the opportunity to collaborate via research contracts with members of the Nova Scotia Environmental Industry Association (NSEIA). The University has facilities that include the Regional Geochemical Centre, the Taxonomy Laboratory and the Centre for Environmental Analysis and Remediation.
This is a two year interdisciplinary graduate programme in which students can do environmental projects that range across the fields of chemistry, biology, environmental studies, geography, geology, math/computer science and management science.
Faculty at the University also welcome the opportunity to collaborate via research contracts with members of the Nova Scotia Environmental Industry Association (NSEIA). The University has facilities that include the Regional Geochemical Centre, the Taxonomy Laboratory and the Centre for Environmental Analysis and Remediation.
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Dr. David Richardson, Dean of Science 923 Robie Street, Science Building 201, Halifax, NS B3H 3C3 Ph: 902-420-5493/ Fax: 902-420-5261 david.Richardson@smu.ca Marc Lamoureux Science Building 302, Halifax, NS B3H 3C3 Ph: 902-496-8234/ Fax: 902-420-5261 marc.lamoureux@stmarys.ca www.smu.ca |
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