Steele & Drex: What are road salt’s effects on the environment?

Hans Schreier, a UBC professor emeritus in the faculty of land and food systems, spoke to CKNW about the impacts of road salt on the environment.

Schrier said when large amount of road salt is used it can significantly impact the biosphere and Environment Canada considers the substance toxic if the concentration is high enough.

The story also appeared on iNews 880 and AM 730.