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Natural Elements

NRCan's Electronic Newsletter
Issue 42, November 2009

Active sand dunes in the Great Sand Hills, SaskatchewanVanished Sand Dunes Reveal Recent Desert on the Canadian Prairies

New geological research by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) scientists shows that the driest parts of the Prairies experienced desert-like conditions centuries ago.

A probe that measures the speed of sound passing through the tree. Sound Science: Research into Acoustic Velocity and Wood Quality

Scientists from the Canadian Wood Fibre Centre, a branch of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), are using sound waves to add economic value to Canadian wood products.

Lightning. Photo: J. Morissette

Lightning Study in Quebec Could Help Prepare for Forest Fires

Researchers with NRCan’s Canadian Forest Service recently conducted the first major study examining the link between lightning and forest fires in Quebec.

Gregory J. Leng, Director, RETScreen International

RETScreen Creator Views ‘Green Oscars’ Nomination as a Global Breakthrough

Greg Leng, Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Director of RETScreen International was recently recognized by the international financial community for having made a significant contribution to the global renewable energy sector.