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AWWOA Pub Night

Posted by on Nov 4, 2019 in Blog

We’re proud members of the Alberta Water and Wastewater Operators Association (AWWOA). AWWOA’s fall event for members: Water Week Conference 2019, in Edmonton has a schedule filled with technical sessions and a few opportunities for colleagues in the industry to get together. We’re proud sponsors of the Young Professionals Night at Water Week and we…Read More Here!

Pond Stratification

Posted by on Mar 15, 2017 in Blog

High-Speed, High-Impact Change The water in your pond naturally seeks thermal equilibrium via stratification. Stratification is seasonal. And, is responsive to changes in temperature and sudden, severe weather events such as thunderstorms. A rapid change in the pond stratification can result in a range of adverse outcomes including algae blooms, fish kills and excessive bottom…Read More Here!

Eutrophication

Posted by on Feb 15, 2016 in Blog

Eutrophication is the ecosystem response to the addition of artificial or natural substances, mainly phosphates, through detergents, fertilizers, or sewage, to an aquatic system. This response does occur naturally but is often accelerated by human activities. The Eutrophication Cycle and its Impacts Excess nutrients, primarily nitrogen and phosphorus, cause excess algae and weed growth. When…Read More Here!