Provided conceptual approach which led to the development of a practical protocol to quantitatively monitor changes in soil carbon arising from variable agricultural practices over broadly diverse landscapes
Developed provincial estimates of the CO2 sequestration potential of Alberta forest protection and renewal measures
Developed methods to quantify, monitor and verify carbon sequestration in forestry and agricultural practices
Conceptualized an ecological approach to vegetation management for electrical utilities which simultaneously minimizes costs and tree related outages
Developed a method for determining the optimal clearance between electric lines and trees
Developed a method to calculate the increased interruption risk associated with branches overhanging electrical conductors
Developed a protocol to assess total power line tree exposure
Developed a work tracking/reporting system for UVM.
Guided design and implementation of a record keeping/reporting system for Forestry group of TransAlta Utilities which facilitates assessments of site and unit costs, productivity and future needs
Conceptualized financial interpretation of data arising from TransAlta Forestry reporting system, permitting an assessment of the value of program choices, crew configurations, supervision, stability of work force, etc.
Developed an Incentive Contract, which shared productivity gains with contractors and their field staff while ensuring safety, quality and customer satisfaction are not jeopardized
Trained and guided field staff in contract/contractor relationships, work planning, scheduling, evaluations
Developed a business decision tool permitting people without a financial background to make quick assessments of the value of current vegetation management practices vs. proposed alternatives
Developed computer programs for tracking budgets, scheduling crews, monitoring reporting accuracy and uniformity
