A Scientific and Policy Review of the Final Environmental Statement for the Initial Stage, Garrison Diversion Unit, North Dakota

Abstract

The Institute of Ecology, a private organization funded by the Ford Foundation, has published "A Scientific and Policy Review of the Final Environmental Statement for the Initial Stage, Garrison Diversion Unit." Included in their review are questions, allegations and assumptions related to the function and effects of the project and a recommendation for a moratorium on further development. This response has been prepared to clarify issues and answer valid questions raised, and to investigate recommendations made by the Institute.