What is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)? An environmental impact assessment helps to determine any possible impacts, positive or negative, that a proposed project might have on the environment. In this way, negative or harmful impacts can be identified and addressed...
Prince Edward Island has established an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) review process for any project that may have a negative impact on the environment. The EIA review is a valuable tool. In the early stages of planning it allows the applicant, federal and provincial...
Review of Groundwater Assessemnt Methodology - Province of Prince Edward Island. Submitted by Kerry T. B. MacQuarrie, PhD, PEng. Submitted to the Department of Environment, Labour and Justice, PEI December 29, 2014
Saltwater Intrusion and Climate Change Report was prepared by the Prince Edward Island Department of Environment, Labour and Justice. 2011
Over the past three decades, Prince Edward Island has experienced a steady increase in the level of nitrates – both in the groundwater we rely on for drinking water, and in rivers, streams and estuaries that are home to a wide variety of wildlife and a source of livelihood and
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is an important and effective planning tool for predicting the potential environmental consequences of proposed developments. It is a means to identify unwanted effects before they occur and determine appropriate mitigation measures.
Numerical groundwater flow models are developed for selected watersheds to examine the physics and dynamics of groundwater flow and evaluate existing groundwater management policy in Prince Edward Island (PEI).
Prince Edward Island is blessed with an abundance of clean, cool water. We draw it up from the ground, use it, enjoy it - and there's always more.
Surface water and groundwater are critical hydrological resources for Prince Edward Island. Surface water is required for irrigation; groundwater provides the drinking water and some irrigation resources for the island.