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The Fuel Problem of Canada (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Martin Nordegg

 
9780265969199: The Fuel Problem of Canada (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Understanding Canada’s fuel challenge and how it affects everyday life

This book examines how Canada’s coal, petroleum, natural gas, peat, and hydroelectric power shape the nation’s economy and future. It explains why fuel matters for industry, transportation, and households, and what steps governments and industry have proposed to secure reliable, affordable energy.

The material covers the history of fuel policy in Canada, the roles of government boards, and the push for a national approach to fuel supply. It blends analysis of markets, technology, and labor with practical ideas for improving energy security and market efficiency.
  • How different fuels fit into Canada’s energy mix and what moves markets today
  • Policy debates around national fuel planning, regulation, and industry organization
  • Key sectors affected by fuel supply, including coal, oil, gas, peat, and power
  • Potential solutions from technical and organizational perspectives
Ideal for readers interested in energy policy, Canadian history, and how fuel choices shape national welfare and industry.

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