Canada’s Energy Sources

Learning Goal: I can differentiate between Canada’s energy sources; I can explain the pros and cons of conventional and alternative energy

Conventional and Alternative Energy

Note

Energy Usage in Canada

Complete the provided handout on the use of energy in Canada Consider this;▪ PetaJoule: 1 joule is equal to 1.0E-15 petajoules

OR▪ 1 000 000 000 000 000 joules

▪ Joule: energy equal to the work done by a force of one newton when its point of application moves one meter in the direction of action of the force

▪ Newton: the force that would give a mass of one kilogram an acceleration of one meter per second per second

Energy Saving @ Home:How to save energy

Air LeaksInsulationHeating &

CoolingEquipment

Use Efficient AppliancesUse Energy Efficient

Lighting &

Limit Usage

Use Window Shades

Lower Thermostat

Levels

Fuel: A Documentary

Complete the provided video worksheet as you watch the video

Worksheet Answers