Freshwater ecosystem

Government of Canada invests in partnerships to support freshwater habitat research

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Limnology, Marine biology, Fisheries science, Hydrography, Ecosystems, Systems ecology, Water, Physical geography, Freshwater fish, Freshwater ecosystem, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Experimental Lakes Area

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will study and inform us on how we can sustainably protect freshwater habitats for all Canadians.

Key Points: 
  • The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will study and inform us on how we can sustainably protect freshwater habitats for all Canadians.
  • This funding supports research focused on studying the relationships between environmental impacts and freshwater fish and fish habitat, including cumulative stressors, freshwater connectivity and fish passage, as part of a broader freshwater habitat science program across Canada.
  • Our government will continue investing in smart science and research that strengthens partnerships and allows for a better understanding of how to support our freshwater resources, now and into the future."
  • Fisheries and Oceans Canada funds research on impacts of activities on freshwater habitat through its science programs.

Footwear Brands Using BLOOM™ Sustainable Materials Sets Record For Cleaning Air And Water

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 15, 2021
Aquatic ecology, Academic disciplines, Branches of biology, Marine biology, Systems ecology, Water supply, Sanitation, Algae, Freshwater ecosystem, Ecosystem, Fresh Water, Water pollution

The BLOOM Certified Eco Facts communicate the benefits of using BLOOM materials in terms of climate change, water and energy usage, human health, and ecosystem impacts.

Key Points: 
  • The BLOOM Certified Eco Facts communicate the benefits of using BLOOM materials in terms of climate change, water and energy usage, human health, and ecosystem impacts.
  • Traditional resins combined with BLOOM materials use algae to transform air and water pollution into a replacement for plastics in consumer products.
  • "By using BLOOM in our upcoming Sanuk X Grateful Dead collection, it has allowed us to help restore freshwater ecosystems by cleaning 940,000 liters of water."
  • BLOOM works with government organizations and private companies to clean air and water pollution by using algae harvested from lakes and water treatment systems.