EPCOR's Water Treatment Plants Overview

Introduction

• Discussion of EPCOR's water treatment plants.
• Focus on shared outcomes and design principles.
• Speaker: Audrey Kudrak, Director of Edmonton Water Treatment Plants.

Water Treatment Plants in Edmonton

• Two main plants: Rossdale and E.L. Smith.
  • Locations: Rossdale and below Cameron Heights neighborhood (E.L. Smith).
• Function: Treat raw water from the North Saskatchewan River.
• Purpose: Provide clean, safe drinking water to Edmonton and surrounding areas.
• Service Area: Nearly one-third of the province of Alberta.

Future Plans

• Ongoing and planned developments at both plants.
• Considerations include neighbors and the environment.
• Objective: Continuation of safe and reliable water delivery.

Shared Outcomes

• Definition: Goals for the water treatment plants.
• Key Goals:
  • Quality of life
  • Safety
  • Relationships
  • Reliability
  • Responsibility
  • Sustainability
  • Environmental considerations
• Importance of unique community and facility circumstances.

Design Principles

• Purpose: Guide the operation and upgrade of plants responsibly.
• Collaboration with communities around Rossdale and E.L. Smith since late 2020.
• Principles align with environmental and social responsibilities.
• Tailored to meet the specific goals of each community.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to view more informational videos.
• Additional resources available on the website shown during the presentation.