Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
@datastory@mstdn.ca
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Apr 16, 2026
It is a common belief that higher elevations are naturally cooler. In pristine landscapes, this rule holds firm. But what about urban environments? Humanity moves vast amounts of matter and energy, sometimes fundamentally altering the thermodynamic parameters of our habitat.
🛰️ I correlated summer Land Surface Temperature (LST) data across Calgary’s neighborhoods with the Canadian Medium-Resolution Digital Elevation Model (MRDEM). The chart below illustrates the relationship between "Average Elevation" and "Average Surface Temperature" specifically for established residential communities. As observed, this relationship is notably weak, even though a slight cooling trend persists. Based on my data analysis, elevation above sea level is not a key factor in cooling the city.
#Calgary #OpenData #UrbanHeat #DataScience #ClimateAction #YYC #GreennesOfCalgary #ClimateEquity #EnvironmentalEquity #CityPlanning #RemoteSensing #RStats #Landsat #fossgis #DigitalElevationModel
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Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
@datastory@mstdn.ca
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Mar 25, 2026
To distinguish between "normal" and anomalous surface temperatures in Calgary in 2025, I applied Tukey’s method. The statistical distribution shows a negative skewness (coefficient ≈−0.59).
This highlights a critical phenomenon: the vast majority of the urban area is densely clustered in the warmer temperature range. In contrast, cool refuges (the rivers, reservoir, and dense parks) are statistically scarce, forming a long "tail" on the left side of the plot. In essence, Calgary’s baseline is shifted toward higher temperatures, making Urban Cool Islands a rare and vital resource.
I would like to remind my readers and followers that I am currently preparing a comprehensive article based on these research results. In it, I will explore the ecological and geochemical implications of this thermal distribution. Stay tuned for further updates!
#YYC #Calgary #ClimateResilience #UrbanHeatIsland #DataAnalytics #RemoteSensing #Landsat #OpenData #CitizenScience #LST #ClimateOfCalgary #Landsat #Rstats
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Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
Eugene
@datastory@mstdn.ca
🌍 Geoscientist | Environmental Geospatial Modeler Exploring how landscapes think — through data, chemistry, and terrain. I work at the crossroads of hydrogeochemistry, remote sensing, and GIS-based environmental modelling. Mostly self-directed research: from asking real-world questions to building geospatial models and visual narratives that connect science and society. I’m not a “tool user” — I’m a systems thinker with a geochemical compass and a data-driven map.
mstdn.ca
@datastory@mstdn.ca
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Mar 17, 2026
Giving back to Calgary: an article was published today about my satellite research of the city!
It is important to me to use my knowledge as a geoscientist and environmental data scientist to help make our new home better and greener. Thanks to LiveWire Calgary for the interest in this topic!
https://livewirecalgary.com/2026/03/17/new-satellite-study-shows-calgarys-uneven-urban-greenery/
#DataScience #EnvironmentalScience #RemoteSensing #Calgary #PublicEngagement #GIS #Sustainability #RStats #MDEM #yycPlanning #UrbanPlanning #ClimateResilience #NatureBasedSolutions #UrbanEcology #GreenInfrastructure #SmartCities #CalgaryUrbanism #GreennessOfCalgary
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Bruce Elrick
@virtuous_sloth@cosocial.ca
There are always alternatives, not "there is no alternative". Married to a wonderful wife with with two adult sons, living in Calgary. I like getting out on my bike. I care about social justice. Unemployed or semi-retired? I would actually love to work (part time? consultation?) with purpose. Ph.D. in physics and nearly 28 year career in IT. "Debts that cannot be paid will not be paid." "The purpose of a system is what it does."
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Bruce Elrick
@virtuous_sloth@cosocial.ca
There are always alternatives, not "there is no alternative". Married to a wonderful wife with with two adult sons, living in Calgary. I like getting out on my bike. I care about social justice. Unemployed or semi-retired? I would actually love to work (part time? consultation?) with purpose. Ph.D. in physics and nearly 28 year career in IT. "Debts that cannot be paid will not be paid." "The purpose of a system is what it does."
cosocial.ca
@virtuous_sloth@cosocial.ca
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Mar 05, 2026
Are you a Calgarian who is unaware of the legacy of Charles Daniels?
https://www.sprawlcalgary.com/alberta-immigration-charles-daniels
#yyc #calgary #history #Racism
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Native Calgarian Podcast
@nativeCalgarian@ohai.social
Sahtu Dene, podcast host of Native Calgarian. Advocate. Resist. Be kind. Our Ancestors are watching and we just need to listen. Colonialism kills https://linktr.ee/nativecalgarian
ohai.social
Native Calgarian Podcast
@nativeCalgarian@ohai.social
Sahtu Dene, podcast host of Native Calgarian. Advocate. Resist. Be kind. Our Ancestors are watching and we just need to listen. Colonialism kills https://linktr.ee/nativecalgarian
ohai.social
@nativeCalgarian@ohai.social
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Mar 01, 2026
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Global News Lethbridge
@gllethbridge_mirror@mastodon.hongkongers.net
。。。RSS Robot — not a real account。。。 Global News Lethbridge
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Global News Lethbridge
@gllethbridge_mirror@mastodon.hongkongers.net
。。。RSS Robot — not a real account。。。 Global News Lethbridge
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@gllethbridge_mirror@mastodon.hongkongers.net
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Feb 23, 2026
Calgary couple hopeful wedding dress and wheelchair will be returned after car theft
A Calgary family is hoping thieves will return a wedding dress and wheelchair that were in their car when it was stolen from outside a local business last week.
#crime #loss #Calgary #Canada #CalgaryPoliceService #cartheft
https://globalnews.ca/news/11678695/calgary-couple-stolen-vehicle-wedding-dress-wheelchair/
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PeaceNick🇨🇦
@intothewestaway@mastodonapp.uk
All things ⚽ - #Arsenal #ForgeFC #CanMNT #CanWNT #CanXNT #HamOnt #Bikes all things #StarTrek #DrWho * ICD Code V13.9XXA - Unspecified cyclist injured in collision with car, pick-up or truck #NeverVoteConservative *avatar - Rainbow Peace Symbol *banner is two kayakers on a lake with a sunset Ensanguining the skies How heavily it dies Into the west away; Past touch and sight and sound Not further to be found, How hopeless under ground Falls the remorseful day. ~A.E. Houseman
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PeaceNick🇨🇦
@intothewestaway@mastodonapp.uk
All things ⚽ - #Arsenal #ForgeFC #CanMNT #CanWNT #CanXNT #HamOnt #Bikes all things #StarTrek #DrWho * ICD Code V13.9XXA - Unspecified cyclist injured in collision with car, pick-up or truck #NeverVoteConservative *avatar - Rainbow Peace Symbol *banner is two kayakers on a lake with a sunset Ensanguining the skies How heavily it dies Into the west away; Past touch and sight and sound Not further to be found, How hopeless under ground Falls the remorseful day. ~A.E. Houseman
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@intothewestaway@mastodonapp.uk
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Feb 12, 2026
For those folks looking for programmable #sensors or #controllers or other devices that are easily customized, i recommend Phidgets. A 🇨🇦 company, based in #Calgary, #Alberta, that has been around for about 20 years.
I have used it for sensor projects (heat and humidity) and a fun #RFID project.
Huge library of projects available in a lot of languages (C, C#, Python, Java, and more).
Lots of online support. Most devices are backwards compatible, but their have been new standards (e.g. RFID) which require reader up grades. Well made, inexpenaive.
#Computers #IT
https://phidgets.com/
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J.now 🇨🇦
@jnow@mstdn.ca
Canadian ❤️ Currently living in Alberta Pro Science 😷 Free Healthcare Public Education #ElbowsUp Anti Fascist Pro Unions
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Catherine Babault
@CatherineBabault__dup_32435@mastodon.social
Professional nature and wildlife photographer on #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia Published in magazines and author of three photo books. Photo tours and workshops year-round in groups or private, to amateur and pro photographers, in English and French. Details on my website. #photography #WildlifePhotography #NaturePhotography #PhotoTours #VancouverIslandWildlife
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Catherine Babault
@CatherineBabault__dup_32435@mastodon.social
Professional nature and wildlife photographer on #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia Published in magazines and author of three photo books. Photo tours and workshops year-round in groups or private, to amateur and pro photographers, in English and French. Details on my website. #photography #WildlifePhotography #NaturePhotography #PhotoTours #VancouverIslandWildlife
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@CatherineBabault__dup_32435@mastodon.social
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Jan 28, 2026
Folks in #Edmonton and #Calgary do you need a break from the snow and the cold? There are daily direct flights from your city to Comox on Vancouver Island.
I can host you on a private photo tour in the rainforest and on the shore where there is no snow and great wildlife to photograph. Take a look: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzKndC4VP7c
#photography #travel
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@virtuous_sloth@loops.video
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Dec 18, 2025
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