Mine closure plans in Alberta's oilsands are being made with a new advisor in mind: Mother Nature. In the drive to build post-closure environments that are sustainable and reduce burdens for ongoing maintenance, one of the principles being considered is geomorphic design. This is based on the idea that while natural systems change over time, they are inherently stable. Their resilience is in stark contrast to many of the existing landscapes and watercourses developed by the resource industry, which have a tendency to fail and require repair and monitoring.
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