THE UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN’S MAIN CAMPUS IS SITUATED ON TREATY 6 TERRITORY AND THE HOMELAND OF THE MÉTIS.
By The Sheaf April 13, 2011
We see coal as a polluting but reasonably “safe” energy source compared to nuclear energy. Yet, in China alone, coal-mining accidents kill more than 2,000 people each year ”” and coal is a leading cause of smog, acid rain, global warming and air toxicity.
By The Sheaf April 10, 2011
The catastrophes in Japan might finally achieve what decades of conflict in the Middle East have not: compel governments to invest in the research required to develop viable energy alternatives.
By The Sheaf March 7, 2011
Roughly 60 years ago, the discovery of nuclear power promised the ultimate solution to the world’s energy problems. Today, this promise remains unfulfilled.
By The Sheaf October 6, 2009
The Saskatchewan government has committed to two more rounds of public hearing on the province’s energy future, after earlier consultations produced a resounding no from the public on the issue of nuclear development. The report, compiled by civil servant Dan Perrins, was intended to gauge public opinion on the recommendations of the Uranium Development Partnership.
By The Sheaf September 23, 2009
It was an atmosphere of stark contrast Sept. 17 as the Nuclear Waste Management Organization met with local leaders to discuss Saskatchewan as a possible site for nuclear waste storage.
As groups met quietly inside the Delta Bessborough, enthusiastic protestors performed street theatre for the media outside.