Dheevesh Arulmani
Dheevesh Arulmani
Project: Bio-Inspired Photonic Fuel Cell
Hometown: Mississauga, ON
Grade: 8

Project Overview: This project investigates the possibility of using photosensitizers to potentially enhance the catalytic ability of polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells. Different metallic foils measuring 25 nanometers in thickness, containing photo-catalytic properties were layered onto the catalytic carbon base, forming a bimetallic photo-catalytic layer.
Megan Schlorff
Megan Schlorff
Project: Down the Drain, Only to Resurface Again
Hometown: Hanover, ON
Grade: 10

Project Overview: 1000 farmers surveyed, 3% spread sewage biosolids and over half had an Environmental Farm Plan. The influent and effluent of 4 wastewater treatment plants were analyzed for nitrate, E. coli, coliform bacteria and personal care product compounds triclosan and triclocarban. Conclusion: wastewater treatment plants aren't always effective at eliminating the concentration of these compounds.
Victor Kloeze
Victor Kloeze
Project: Goderich Sustainable Home
Hometown: Goderich, ON
Grade: 12

Project Overview: The Goderich Sustainable Home is designed to passively reduce the energy expenditures of an average family in my hometown of Goderich. The home is designed to utilize many different sustainable techniques, but several unique modifications of these techniques have been made to increase their effectiveness.
Kimberley Beech
Kimberley Beech
Project: The Water Hornwort
Hometown: Mississauga, ON
Grade: 8

Project Overview: Mississauga Ontario has gone through a tremendous amount of growth and development resulting in water pollution. One element of pollution is Nitrites and Nitrates. In my experiment I am testing an oxygenator plant the Water Hornwort to see if it can eliminate the Nitrites and Nitrates out of the water.
Alison Underwood
Alison Underwood
Project: Watch Your Step
Hometown: Wingham, ON
Grade: 7

Project Overview: This project created a non-slip substance, that when applied to steps and stairs reduced the chance of slips and falls for seniors. Recycled tires and paint were used to produce a product that was environmentally friendly. Eight different combinations plus a control area were subjected to several tests. The product containing 60g of fine rubber produced the best results and was the seniors preferred choice.
Sarah Dalziel
Sarah Dalziel
Project: The Woad to a Sustainable Blue - Phase 3
Hometown: Greenwood, BC
Grade: 10

Project Overview: A comparison of the effects of genetics and growing conditions on indigo yields in strains of Isatis tinctoria (woad) was undertaken. Woad was grown in marginal conditions. Indigo was extracted using an innovative method, which maximized precursor contribution to the yield. Art was used to test the purity of the pigment and demonstrate its aesthetic value.
Dheevesh Arulmani
Megan Schlorff
Victor Kloeze


Kimberley Beech
Alison Underwood
Sarah Dalziel

What is EnviroExpo?

EnviroExpo is a program created by VIA Rail, in partnership with Youth Science Canada.  EnviroExpo asks you to design a science project that solves an environmental problem and incorporates art to enhance the communication of your message.

You can participate in EnviroExpo at the regional or national level.  At the regional level you can win the EnviroExpo Special Award that comes with a cash prize, and at the national level, the Canada-Wide Science Fair, you can enter the Environmental Innovation division and walk away with a $10,000 scholarship!

EnviroExpo News

November 12, 2009
Welcome to ViaEnviroExpo.ca!

Enter a world of environmental innovation! Are you aware of environmental issues and would like to suggest solutions? Let your inner genie emerge! To have an idea of what has already been accomplished, visit the web site, watch the winning videos and let your imagination run free. The regional science fairs will take place as [...]

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