Energy Resources and Transitions
Students explore Canada's diverse energy portfolio, including fossil fuels, hydroelectricity, and emerging renewables. They analyze the economic benefits and environmental challenges of the oil sands.
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Students explore Canada's diverse energy portfolio, including fossil fuels, hydroelectricity, and emerging renewables. They analyze the economic benefits and environmental challenges of the oil sands.
Key Questions
- How does Canada's physical geography influence its energy production capabilities?
- What are the environmental and economic trade-offs of developing the Alberta oil sands?
- How can Canada transition toward more renewable energy sources?
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