March 22

Canada & Renewable Energy

According to Statistics Canada, RENEWABLE ENERGY is  energy obtained from natural resources that can be naturally replenished or renewed within a human lifespan, that is, the resource is a sustainable source of energy.

Here are some interesting facts about Canada and its contribution to sustainable energy consumption:

  • Canada, with its large landmass and diversified geography, has substantial renewable resources that can be used to produce energy; these resources include moving water, wind, biomass, solar, geothermal, and ocean energy.
  • Canada is a world leader in the production and use of energy from renewable resources. Renewable energy sources currently provide about 18.9 per cent of Canada’s total primary energy supply.
  • Moving water is the most important renewable energy source in Canada, providing 59.3 per cent of Canada’s electricity generation. In fact, Canada is the second largest producer of hydroelectricity in the world.
  • Wind is the second most important renewable energy source in Canada. It accounts for 3.5 per cent of electricity generation in Canada.
  • Biomass is the third largest renewable source of Canada’s electricity generation. Its share in Canada’s electricity generation is 1.4 per cent.
  • Wind and solar energy are the fastest growing sources of electricity in Canada.

We’ve heard of many different types of renewable types of energy such as solar or wind energy, but what is BIOMASS ENERGY? Have a look at the videos below to gain a better understanding.


Posted March 22, 2016 by MrsS in category 2015-2016, Science and Social Studies

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