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Project CLEANS Newsletter - Issue 5

Project CLEANS Publications & Reports

Saskatchewan Taps Into 40 Years of Nuclear Industry Expertise and Experience

To help enable nuclear development in Saskatchewan, SaskPower and the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) have joined the CANDU Owners Group (COG) as members.

Saskatchewan Research Council and North West College Collaborate on New Plastic Welding Pilot Program

Today the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) and North West College announce a new, innovative plastic welding pilot program that will be the first-of-its-kind in Saskatchewan. This exciting collaboration represents a significant step forward in addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in the field of plastics welding.

Are High Levels of Radon Lurking in Your Basement?

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The Canadian Lung Association says that radon gas is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in Canada. So, what is radon and how do you know if you are being exposed to it?

How Mentorships can be Mutually Beneficial for Industry and Academia

Research programs that foster collaboration between industry and academia are an effective way to support industrial and social innovation. Learn about a recent mentorship that led to a ground-breaking discovery for the oil and gas industry.

First Year of Inactive Well Program Strong Success

Government of Saskatchewan, Energy and Resources News Release. View here. $184 Million To More Than 500 Saskatchewan Companies For Work On Inactive Oil And Gas Sites Saskatchewan's Accelerated Site...

Saskatchewan Research Council Adds Full-Scale Laser Sorter to its Mining Industry Services

SRC is well-positioned as a global mineral sorting & separation centre of excellence with the addition of a full-scale laser sorter to the wide array of services it offers to the mining industry.

The AMP Experience: Putting my academic knowledge to work

Jaz Gatin is an Environmental Biology student at the University of Saskatchewan and was also a student in SRC’s Aboriginal Mentorship Program (AMP). He shares his experience in the program working with SRC's Environmental Performance and Forestry team.

Project CLEANS

SRC is managing Project CLEANS — a multi-year project to assess and remediate Gunnar Uranium Mine and Mill Site, Lorado Uranium Mill Site and 35 Satellite Mine Sites in northern Saskatchewan. The...

Meet Our Experts: Muhammad Imran, Rare Earth Elements

A chemical engineer by profession, learn how Dr. Muhammad Imran's career transitioned from oil and gas to mining, and how he and his team are working to build a secure supply chain for rare earths in Canada.

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Where the Wind Blows: Reducing Pesticide Spray Drift and Improving Safety

Throughout the 1970s, SRC investigated pesticide spray drift, which happens when pesticides drift beyond the targeted crop area (including runoff from plants and soils) by accident. Learn about the field trials and the results of the study.

The Nascence of Research Councils in Canada - A Saskatchewan Perspective

At the beginning of the 20th century, organized research, development and technological innovation were quite rare, but this changed with the advent of industrial research organizations. Read more about the evolution of SRC.

A Tale of Two Teams: when curling and technology development unite

Although the two things might appear to be unrelated, being a research technologist and a competitive curler has some similarities: both require precision, problem solving and a supportive team. Learn how a professional curler takes the skills he learns on the ice into the lab (and vice versa).

$34 Million Approved to Support the Oil and Gas Service Sector

For the latest version of this news release, please visit: http://saskatchewan.ca/news Today, the Government of Saskatchewan is providing an update on the Accelerated Site Closure Program (ASCP)...

Pipelines 101: The history of pipelines and how they are used in modern living

When people think of pipelines, they often associate them with the oil and gas industry. But pipelines have a broader use beyond this industry, and the technology is not new. In fact, there is a long history of societies using pipelines to provide transportation to fill a variety of important needs. Learn how pipelines developed and their role in modern day living.

Why It’s Important to Report Workplace Hazards

Safety management has evolved over the past few decades, but safety professionals still struggle to get the point across to the workforce that it is important to report hazards, unsafe acts and conditions. There are significant advantages to reporting and ways to help improve it in your workplace. Read on to learn more.

Powering Up: Recycling Critical Metals from Lithium Batteries

As electric vehicle technologies advance and the energy transition continues, the demand for critical metals keeps rising. Learn about SRC's direct recycling process of LIB metals that will help industry meet the growing demand for critical metals and divert batteries from landfills.

Everyone’s Creative Talents Can Be Developed

If you think that creative thinking is just for “naturally creative people,” then you may want to reconsider. The good news is that everyone’s natural creative talents can be developed and enhanced.

Community Engagement: Going the Extra Mile

For many companies operating in the mining and energy sectors, community engagement is something they have to do or may want to do. The question is, are you willing to do what it takes to make community engagement more meaningful and valuable for you and your stakeholders? It’s a big question to answer.