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Volcanic ash, Site C dam
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April 16, 2010
Ash poses health concern
The volcanic ash that has been spewing over parts of Europe is doing more than inconveniencing air travelers – it’s becoming a health hazard. While the extent of health risks are still being determined, European health officials are warning people to stay indoors when the ash starts to settle. SFU health scientists Ryan Allen and Tim Takaro study the impact of air quality and pollutants on health and can talk about the potential risks posed by the falling ash.
Ryan Allen, 778.782.7631; allenr@sfu.ca
Tim Takaro, 778.782.7186; timothy_takaro@sfu.ca
Decision expected soon on energy megaproject
Northern B.C.’s Site C dam proposal is back in the news with some reports suggesting an announcement on its fate may be imminent. The project, slated for the Peace River, was first identified nearly 35 years ago. If undertaken it would cost at least $6.6 billion and supply electricity to more than 450,000 homes for the next century. SFU political economist Marjorie Cohen has followed the Site C story and is watching developments.
Marjorie Cohen, 778.782.5838; mcohen@sfu.ca
The volcanic ash that has been spewing over parts of Europe is doing more than inconveniencing air travelers – it’s becoming a health hazard. While the extent of health risks are still being determined, European health officials are warning people to stay indoors when the ash starts to settle. SFU health scientists Ryan Allen and Tim Takaro study the impact of air quality and pollutants on health and can talk about the potential risks posed by the falling ash.
Ryan Allen, 778.782.7631; allenr@sfu.ca
Tim Takaro, 778.782.7186; timothy_takaro@sfu.ca
Decision expected soon on energy megaproject
Northern B.C.’s Site C dam proposal is back in the news with some reports suggesting an announcement on its fate may be imminent. The project, slated for the Peace River, was first identified nearly 35 years ago. If undertaken it would cost at least $6.6 billion and supply electricity to more than 450,000 homes for the next century. SFU political economist Marjorie Cohen has followed the Site C story and is watching developments.
Marjorie Cohen, 778.782.5838; mcohen@sfu.ca