Ecological Restoration: A scan for determining the true costs

In order to meet our City Plan and Climate Resilient Edmonton goals of restoring ecological networks, and natural and modified ecosystems, we need to understand the true cost of restoration. The cost of ecological restoration can encompass multiple factors adding complexity to an already complex task. This project will aim to gather information from other municipalities, organizations and literature on the costs of ecological restoration. This information will then be used to analyze what the average cost of restoration would be for the City’s different natural areas based on condition and other factors. This project will help support the City’s overall restoration efforts and help to develop new budgets for it.

Faculty Supervisor:

Robert Summers

Student:

Partner:

City of Edmonton

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services; Public administration

University:

University of Alberta

Program: