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Issue 69
December 10, 2006


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EnviroZine:  Environment Canada's On-line Newsmagazine.

Marine shipping industry tests waters with BioShip project

The Anna Desgagnés, Photo: © Groupe DesgagnésOne of the generators powering the Anna Desgagnés is running on a unique blend of rendered animal fats and cooking oils. The merchant vessel is part of the BioShip project that is investigating the potential for, and challenges of, using biodiesel in the marine shipping industry.

Herons and scientists adjust to a changing landscape
A rise in bald eagle numbers has resulted in increased disturbance and abandonment of heron colonies. Photo: Tom MiddletonScientists have had to reconsider their approach to habitat conservation in reaction to the rise in bald eagle numbers along B.C.'s south coast, which has resulted in increased disturbance and abandonment of heron colonies.

Canada excels at environmental science and technology
Preparing water samples for isotope analysisA recent study ranks Canada as third in the world for productivity in environmental research and second when it comes to the scientific impact of its research, with Environment Canada topping the list of Canadian environmental research institutions.

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Does the weather affect the Northern Lights?
The Aurora Borealis - Photo: Canadian Space Agency

Nature
Searching for Fungus in the Forest
A mushroom specimen collection - Photo: M. Burzynski,Parks Canada

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Pollution Prevention Awards
Pressing a wedding gown - Photo: Elite Earth-friendly Cleaners

Video: Atlantic Whitefish

Atlantic Whihtefish. Photo: Bob Semple

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