Canada. A Nation Blessed with Energy, But Stuck in the Past
Listen to this article in audio Canada’s Energy Paradox: Why a Country Rich in Clean Power Still Runs on Gasoline A Nation Blessed with Energy, But Stuck in the Past Canada is one of the most energy-rich countries in the world. We have cheap natural gas , clean hydroelectric power , and millions of garages where cars could charge overnight. Yet, most vehicles still run on gasoline and diesel . Why? Because politics and outdated policies keep Canadians locked into the fuels of the past. The Canadian Energy Advantage Over 65% of Canada’s electricity comes from hydro power, clean and renewable. Canada is the fifth-largest natural gas producer globally. Natural gas is domestic, affordable, and far cleaner than gasoline or diesel. Despite that, less than 0.1% of vehicles use natural gas, and only about 12–14% of new car sales are electric. Clearly, energy isn’t the problem, policy is . Infrastructure Isn’t the Issue The technology already exists to make this tr...