Monday, December 14, 2009

Nuclear Energy Consultation Results

Government of Alberta
Results of the Alberta nuclear consultation demonstrating a broad range of views on nuclear power and its potential role in the province were released today by the Alberta government.

Among the key findings of the Alberta nuclear consultation was that most Albertans polled (45%) preferred that nuclear power plants be considered on a case-by-case basis. About one-fifth (19%) said the province should encourage proposals, while about one-quarter (27%) said the province should oppose proposals. Health, environment, and safety factors were identified as the most important issues Albertans expect government to consider.

Friday, December 11, 2009

Wildrose No. 1 in Alberta, poll finds (Calgary Herald, 11 Dec 2009, Page A1)




Wildrose No. 1 in Alberta, poll finds
JASON FEKETE
Calgary Herald
11 Dec 2009

The surging Wildrose Alliance would form the next provincial government if an election were held in Alberta, according to a new poll that pegs the party with a double-digit lead and the dynastic Tories at their lowest popular support in 17 years. An...read more...