Geology News - July 2005

News stories about geology and earth sciences in the world. News articles will be archived monthly. All links are to external sites.

July 26, 2005

Unusual geology on Saturn's moon
NASA's Cassini spacecraft has obtained new, detailed images of the south polar region of Saturn's moon Enceladus. The data reveal distinctive geological features and the most youthful terrain seen on the moon.

July 21, 2005

Geology mapping project aims to expand Canada's north
Federal officials are heading to Canada's most northern community to discuss an extensive mapping project that could affect Canadian sovereignty.

July 14, 2005

Manitoba meteorite hunter scores again
A new meteorite identified by the Prairie Meteorite Search is posing a mystery about why so many meteorites have been found in eastern Manitoba, and has set a new Canadian record for the man behind the latest out-of-this-world find.

July 12, 2005

Ancient life found in China limestone
Researchers have found well-preserved fossils of organisms that lived on the ocean bed about 550 million years ago.

July 8, 2005

Steam-assisted technology remains a major risk to Alta. oilsands investments
With a long list of multi-billion dollar oilsands projects awaiting construction in northern Alberta, unknown reservoir quality is a major risk facing many large energy companies.

July 5, 2005

Devon Energy pays $200M US for Alberta properties
Devon Energy Corporation said Tuesday it has spent $200 million US to acquire oil and gas properties in the Iron River area 190 kilometres northeast of Edmonton.

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