Archive: Ready-to-Use News Articles of 2005

For more in-depth information on NRCan's programs and initiatives, read our monthly news articles.

December 2005

Climate Change Related Programs and Initiatives at NRCan

• A Concrete Solution From Canada Helps India Tackle Emission and Disposal Problems
• An Entire Fleet of Good Ideas Reduces Emissions from Idling Trucks and Buses
• Canada Helps China Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Coal Plants
• Climate Change Spurs Surge in Interest in Protecting Coastlines
• Converting Bacon Grease to Fuel Additive Makes Diesel Burn Better
• Effects of Melting Glaciers Felt Far Downstream
• First Fleet of Fuel-Cell Cars Hit the Road in B.C.
• Forests Face Higher Bug and Fire Risk from Climate Change
• Lightweight Materials for the Cars of the Future
• Mining Fuel-Cell Expertise to Curb Emissions Below Ground
• Navigating the Northwest Passage Remains Hazardous Despite More Open Water
• New Refrigeration System Puts the Freeze on Energy Costs and Greenhouse Gas Emissions at Quebec Supermarket
• No Need for a Swim: Lake Ontario Keeps Toronto Residents Cool as They Work
• Profits Up, Emissions Down at Labrador Iron Ore Plant
• Sink or Source? Determining Exactly Whether Forests Absorb or Produce More Carbon Dioxide
• Trapping Carbon Dioxide in Depleted Oil Fields Unlocks New Oil Supplies
• Virtual Viability: Canadian Techology Guides Renewable Energy Projects Around the World

October 2005

• Building Toward an Energy-Smart Future
• Creating "Green" Rooms With Outdoor Lighting
• Energy efficiency One light bulb at a time
• ENERGY STAR^® International Symbol – A Smart Investment in Energy Efficiency
• ENERGY STAR^® and Office Equipment
• Kitchen and Bathroom Lighting: Well-Used and Energy-Smart
• Light Facts
• Renovating With Light: A Balance of Efficiency and Elegance
• The Lighting Revolution: A Light Bulb's Journey Into Energy-Smart Fashion

August 2005

• CFS Blazes Ahead with Forest Fire Research

July 2005

• 30 Years of Energy-efficiency Success
• NRCan's Winning Link to NASA

June 2005

• In Defence of the First Nations Culture

May 2005

• Planning a trip this summer? Learn about geology and have fun along the way!

April 2005

• Award-winning scientist pinpoints purpose of pine's proteins