New report brings experts together for stronger, safer, more resilient communities People in B.C. are exposed to a wide variety of potentially devastating natural hazards, including landslides, tsunamis, and earthquakes. Now, the first edition of the Resilience Pathways Report provides a better understanding of disaster risk, while considering climate change adaptation and evaluating the potential social and economic impacts on B.C. communities. October 2022 Keywords: Climate change Natural hazards Read more
Arctic science in the 1980s – working on an ice island During the 1980s, Canadian scientists conducted research on an island made of ice in the Arctic Ocean. We reached out to two scientists, Peta Mudie and David Mosher, to discuss their experience working on this ice island more than 30 years ago. Keywords: Arctic Climate change Geosciences Watch now
Rethinking how we plan forests and green spaces Canada has long been a global leader in conserving and restoring forests. Now, a collaborative team that includes scientists from the Canadian Forest Service (CFS) continues the tradition by taking the lead in adapting new technology to help plan forests and optimize their many benefits to our quality of life. Meet PlantR, an online platform designed for a diverse future. September 2022 Read more
Taking stock of Canada’s forests For the first time, new detailed ground plot data on Canada’s forests will be available annually — but what can it tell us about forest resources, biodiversity and the impacts of climate change? September 2022 Keywords: Forestry and insects Read more
A Simply Science top ten reveal: Canada’s most beautiful moth species Ahhhh…. It’s summertime, and the outdoors is calling your name. It’s all there: flowers, sunshine, long days, warm nights — and insects. But before you shoo them away, remember: some of them are quite beneficial, and even crucial, since they provide food for many animals, pollinate plants and flowers, and keep our soil healthy. But in the wide and wild world of insects, not all are created equal. Keywords: Forestry and insects Read more
Understanding Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV Series – Part 1) Are all electric vehicles truly green? How reliable are they, really? How do you charge them? What’s the difference between an EV and a ZEV? Join Simply Science producer Joel Houle as he learns more about electric vehicles (EVs) and other zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) with his friend — and noted ZEV expert — Yves Madore. In the first episode of series, Yves takes Joel to a Transport Canada facility and shows him how ZEVs differ from conventional gas-powered vehicles. They look under the hood, go under the hoist and even get behind the wheel to take an EV out for a spin. Will Yves be brave enough to let Joel drive his car? Watch the video to find out! Keywords: Energy Watch now
Charging Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV Series – Part 2) How do you charge an electric vehicle? What are your options? How long does it take to charge? Is it safe? Join Simply Science producer Joel Houle as he learns more about electric vehicles (EVs) and other zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) with his friend — and noted ZEV expert — Yves Madore. In the second episode, Yves shows Joel everything there is to know about charging a ZEV. They check out a typical home charging station and look at different options available to consumers. Keywords: Energy Watch now
Buying a Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV Series – Part 3) What’s the true cost of owning a ZEV? Are they more or less expensive to operate over their lifespan compared with gas-powered vehicles? Are rebates available in Canada? Join Simply Science producer Joel Houle as he learns more about electric vehicles (EVs) and other zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) with his friend — and noted ZEV expert — Yves Madore. In the third episode, Joel introduces Yves to his co-worker Lisa, who is shopping for a new car. Yves tries to steer Lisa toward a ZEV by taking a deep dive into the total cost of owning a ZEV over time, compared with a conventional gas powered vehicle. They crunch numbers, talk about available rebates and go for a test drive in a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Yves also answers some fascinating questions such as how cold weather affects ZEV performance. Keywords: Energy Watch now
More Trees to Plant in an Urban Forest Want to know what trees to plant in an urban setting? Dendrologist Ken Farr takes us through a tour of Commissioners Park in Ottawa to look at trees that you might find useful for planting in the urban forest in and around the place where you live. Keywords: Forestry and insects Watch now
Stories From the Land: Indigenous place names in Canada A special team combed through thousands of possibilities in more than 70 different Indigenous languages from practically every corner of Canada to update the Indigenous Place Names Map with 125 new entries. June 2022 Keywords: Indigenous Read more
Taking a deep dive into Canada’s oceans Rare tube worms, glass sponge reefs, pingos — some of the fascinating features found in our oceans June 2022 Keywords: Arctic Climate change Geosciences Read more
Can fuel be carbon-negative? Explore how Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) researchers are combining existing energy technology with new, cleaner energy advancements. Could carbon-negative fuels be far behind? May 2022 by Sarah Buckingham What fuels you? Fuels power our daily lives, from the vehicles that transport our food and deliver online orders, to heating and cooling our homes and powering the businesses we support, and much more. In fact, you interact with fuels a lot more than you might realize. Keywords: Energy Read more
