Phosphorous

• Algae bloom leaves experts worried about the state of Lake Winnipeg

  Lake Winnipeg is seeing an upward trend in algae, which experts warn could be detrimental to the lake's ecosystem. One way to solve it, they say, is by dealing with phosphorous.

  Environment

  Oct 2, 2023
  
• ‘We know what to do’: Scientist publishes study on blue-green algae; urges Alberta government to act

  It's a global problem and one that seems to be particularly plaguing Alberta's lakes but a professor emeritus with the University of Alberta says new research suggests there's a course of action governments can take to address blue green algae showing up in provincial lakes.

  Environment

  Aug 18, 2016
  
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• Report says urgent action is needed to stem algae blooms in Great Lakes

  Urgent action is needed to quell seasonal algae blooms that plague the Great Lakes and pose health risks for nearby communities, said a report released on Wednesday.

  Environment

  Aug 13, 2014
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• It came from Lake Erie: Why toxic algae’s a nightmare for Canada, too

  It's slimy, green and threatened the water supply for hundreds of thousands. Next year, it could be millions. But this aquatic supervillian should be familiar to Lake Erie residents on both sides of the border.

  Environment

  Aug 6, 2014