Tag: University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba named Sustainable Development Goal Hub
The University of Manitoba was recently named the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) Hub for Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which ensures the availability and sustainable...
Kernza, the Next Winner for Water and Agriculture?
When the makers of Cheerios get behind a new grain, touted to build healthier soils, sequester carbon, improve water quality, and be drought resistant:...
Selinger Unveils New Plan for Lake Winnipeg
The Government of Manitoba will take new action to protect the province’s water and save Lake Winnipeg, Premier Greg Selinger announced yesterday.
“The stakes...
Bio or Bust
“Anybody who thinks this is a run-of-the-mill problem is wrong,” says John Fjeldsted, executive director of the Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA). “Make no...
Plan to Clean Up Lake Winnipeg Bolstered by New Research Chair
The appointment of Dr. David Lobb as Manitoba's first-ever research chair in watershed systems is a significant step in developing new, innovative ways to...
Pilot Aims to Keep Pollutants Out of Lake Winnipeg
A pilot project at Netley-Libau Marsh, supported by $150,000 in provincial funding, will explore ways of preventing pollutants from getting into Lake Winnipeg while...
$1M for Healthy Waterways: M.B.
Manitoba is strengthening its strategy for healthy waterways with an investment of $1 million to protect and restore wetlands including its largest marshes, Water...
MB Further Supports Watersheds
The work by local water conservation groups to better protect water resources in Manitoba is being boosted with more than $134,000 in additional provincial...
Manitoba Gov’t Announces Funding for Establishment of New Research Chair in...
The first research chair in water quality is to be established at the University of Manitoba through a provincial commitment of $1.25 million, the...
