Why is this indicator Important?
Many of Alberta's air quality issues are local, both in their cause and in the solutions required. In these cases, province-wide approaches may not be appropriate or efficient. Airsheds offer another way of addressing these issues. This approach provides an opportunity for local stakeholders to design local solutions to their concerns. A variety of stakeholders are included in each zone.
The key responsibility of an airshed is to develop a management plan. The purpose of the plan is to deal with air quality concerns in the region. The issues are defined broadly, reflecting the vision and principles of the Clean Air Strategic Alliance. The success of an airshed largely depends on the co-operation and dedication of all stakeholders. They include governments, industries, environmental organizations and the public.
Greater airshed zone coverage in the province means that more Albertans and other stakeholders are united to tackle air quality issues in their area. In this approach, stakeholders have the ability to influence changes in air quality from all sources (industrial and non-industrial).
Return to Top
|
