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\u00a0The Canadian Press The Alberta government has appointed a new committee to look into ways to speed up the reclamation of the large and growing tailings ponds in the province’s oilsands. The oilsands mine water steering committee will examine potential policies and options that would allow reclamation to occur as quickly and safely as possible. “Managing oilsands mine water and reclaiming tailings ponds is a complex issue that requires collaboration,” Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz said Tuesday in a statement. “This committee will look at all the feasible options for addressing oilsands mine water and tailings ponds and suggest ways to safely reclaim the land and ensure our waterways remain clean for future generations.\u201d The six-member committee includes a United Conservative legislature member, a retired oilsands executive, an engineering professor, a… <\/p>\n

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\u00a0The Canadian Press The Alberta government has appointed a new committee to look into ways to speed up the reclamation of the large and growing tailings ponds in the province’s oilsands. The oilsands mine water steering committee will examine potential policies and options that would allow reclamation to occur as quickly and safely as possible. “Managing oilsands mine water and reclaiming tailings ponds is a complex issue that requires collaboration,” Environment Minister Rebecca Schulz said Tuesday in a statement. “This committee will look at all the feasible options for addressing oilsands mine water and tailings ponds and suggest ways to safely reclaim the land and ensure our waterways remain clean for future generations.\u201d The six-member committee includes a United Conservative legislature member, a retired oilsands executive, an engineering professor, a... <\/p>\n

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