Feasibility Analysis of the De-Icing Methods at Dalhousie University

Abstract

Salt is the primary de-icing agent used on Dalhousie campus. This de-icer has many detrimental effects to many aspects of our ecosystem. Literature research and interviews with pertinent actors have resulted in a list of recommendations that are feasible in an economic and social system, and have the possibility of improving the environmental health of Dalhousie campus. Although currently these are small steps, any large change is economically infeasible.