As a young girl growing up in Nova Scotia, Ellen Whitman was at the top of her class for biology, chemistry and all of her science electives — but she never thought she “fit” the role of scientist.

Researchers at CanmetENERGY Varennes have developed a new technology that could be a game-changer for building heating and cooling systems

February 2022

Recent research suggests that the earthworms of Canada’s forests could actually be accelerating climate change.

By Nathalie Chaperon, communications advisor — Scientific Communications Team

By 2024, more than 10 million people in Canada in the most earthquake-prone regions of the country will be able to receive Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) alerts, providing a few precious seconds to take action.

It grew from a study of oil and gas impacts on aquifers to become a multidisciplinary project involving 20 experts from various backgrounds.

Leading experts from across Canada call for urgent action to address climate change and its impacts on our communities, environment and economy.

They may be in your yard. If you act quickly, there is still time to protect your trees and help control next year’s population

Today’s cutting-edge technologies — from smart phones to zero-emission vehicles to life-saving medical equipment — are becoming a way of life as society relies on these devices and looks to reduce its carbon footprint. But have you ever wondered where our modern technology comes from?

Varennes research centre simulates different solar lighting conditions for performance testing

The first week of May is Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada. Led by Public Safety Canada, it’s an opportunity for you to take action to ensure you’re prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community for a range of emergencies.