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Published on: 31 May 2010 By (Dianne Saxe)

Building excellence in the business of water

Bill 72, The Water Opportunities and Water Conservation Act.[i], received first reading on May 18, 2010. Once granted Royal Assent, the Act is expected to advance water treatment technology, create jobs, promote water conservation and sustain water infrastructure. The Water Opportunities Act…

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Published on: 27 May 2010 By (Dianne Saxe)

Transocean seeks to cap liability for Gulf spill

One of the biggest ways that our legal system contributes to enormous, high-risk accidents, is to allow those responsible to limit their financial liability. This allows them to raise money  from investors, and obtain insurance, for high-risk activities that the government wishes to support.…

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Published on: 20 May 2010 By (Dianne Saxe)

Wastewater system regulations – what will they mean?

For an excellent analysis of the proposed federal Wastewater System Effluent Regulations under the Fisheries Act, see CWWA. The proposed regulations will significantly tighten wastewater treatment standards across the country, and have major cost and liability implications for municipalities.

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