ASL Environmental Sciences Ltd.

ASL Environmental Sciences Ltd. is a company specializing in oceanographic, acoustic, and ice research and development. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, ASL offers a wide array of services and products designed for environmental assessment and monitoring. Their expertise spans various sectors, including marine, freshwater, and atmospheric sciences.

Key Areas of Expertise

Acoustics: ASL is known for its advanced underwater acoustic monitoring technologies. They provide services related to acoustic backscatter, underwater noise measurement, and acoustic habitat mapping.

Oceanography: The company offers extensive oceanographic services, including current measurement, water quality analysis, and physical oceanographic modeling. They utilize state-of-the-art equipment for data collection and analysis.

Ice Monitoring: ASL has developed specialized technologies for ice thickness measurement and ice movement tracking, serving the needs of industries operating in polar and subpolar regions.

Environmental Monitoring: ASL provides comprehensive environmental assessment services, including sediment transport studies, biological assessments, and pollutant tracking.

Products and Services

Instrument Rentals and Sales: ASL rents and sells various scientific instruments such as Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs), multi-frequency sonar systems, and ice profilers.

Data Analysis and Modeling: The company offers tailored data analysis services and oceanographic modeling to support research and commercial projects.

Consulting Services: ASL provides expert consultancy in environmental impact assessments, habitat mapping, and regulatory compliance.

Custom Engineering Solutions: The company develops custom instrumentation and software solutions for specific client needs.

Industries Served

ASL Environmental Sciences Ltd. works with a diverse range of industries, including:

Offshore Oil and Gas: Providing environmental assessments and ice monitoring to ensure safe and sustainable operations.

Renewable Energy: Supporting the development and monitoring of offshore wind and tidal energy projects.

Research Institutions: Collaborating with academic and government research bodies on various marine and freshwater studies.

Environmental Agencies: Assisting in regulatory compliance and environmental protection efforts.

Global Reach

Although based in Canada, ASL operates globally, providing services and expertise to clients around the world. Their contribution to environmental sciences is recognized internationally, leading to collaborations with various research initiatives and industrial projects.

Innovative Contributions

ASL is at the forefront of developing innovative technologies such as the Ice Profiling Sonar (IPS) and multiple frequency Acoustic Water Column Profilers (AWCP). These instruments have broad applications in scientific research and commercial operations, particularly in challenging environments.

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250-656-0177
www.aslenv.com
250-656-2162

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