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Strand B: Scientific solutions to Contemporary environmental Challenges

Remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV)

Human Exploration of the Deep Ocean

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Learn about how humans explore the deep ocean and what they have learned.

Earth with thermometer

Climate Math

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Learn about how to calculate temperature anomalies as a way of understanding how our climate is changing.

The three RADARSAT Constellation Mission spacecraft

7 ways Satellites Help Fight Climate Change

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Discover 7 ways satellite Earth observation helps fight climate change.

3D rendering of the offshore oceanographic science vessel

Canada’s Next Generation Oceanographic Science Research Ship

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Learn about Canada’s newest Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel.

Edwin Makkinga

Edwin Makkinga

Career Profiles

Manager, Climate Policy

In my job I consider the risks and opportunities from climate-related public policy and how Enbridge can be part of the solution to the climate crisis.
Vivek Chauhan

Vivek Chauhan

Career Profiles

Program Advisor, Renewable Generation

Vivek is an electrical engineer who works for Ontario Power Generation.
Sea ice

Ice on Earth - The Cryosphere

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Learn about the cryosphere and how it is being impacted by climate change.

Coral reef

Coral Ecosystems

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Learn about coral ecosystems and why they are important as well as what you can do to help keep them healthy.

Saskatchewan River Delta, Manitoba

What is a Fractal?

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Learn about fractals and try making some yourself!

Bill Butler

Bill Butler

Business Owner

My company installs oil filtration systems on all types of diesel engines.
Frances Edmonds

Frances Edmonds

Career Profiles

Head of Sustainable Impact

Frances works with customers and governments to show them how to buy technology with sustainability in mind.
Sombto Ibe

Somto Ibe

Career Profiles

Engineer, Renewable Energy

Somto Ibe is responsible for ensuring that wind turbines and solar panels operate safely.
Martin Bush

Martin Bush

Career Profiles

Climate Science Consultant

Martin Bush works on climate change and renewable energy policy and action.
Illustration of the Earth

Summer Symposium Series: Climate Career Resources

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A career focused on climate change and sustainability would let you help people by working to help solve the biggest problems of our time.

Peter Grootelaar

Peter Grootelaar

Engineer, Kitimat Operations Superintendent