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The document serves as a resource guide for the Canadian education system to counter the influence of corporate interests in climate curricula. It categorizes a wide array of vetted materials across themes such as climate science, Indigenous perspectives, civic engagement, and climate justice. Additionally, it lists advocacy networks, including For Our Kids and the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, which work to remove industry-sponsored materials from schools.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) and other applicants argue that the Canadian Gas Association (CGA) has engaged in greenwashing by marketing natural gas as a clean and affordable energy source. The document asserts that natural gas has a lifecycle climate impact comparable to coal, causes significant indoor and outdoor pollution, and is less affordable than heat pumps, especially as carbon pricing increases. The applicants request a Competition Bureau inquiry, a public retraction of the claims, and a $10 million fine.

The report details seven greenwashing tactics used by the fossil fuel industry: paltering, carbon offset deception, aspirational claims (petro-science fiction), vague buzzwords, double dipping, nature rinsing, and outright lies. It argues that these practices delay climate action and policy changes. The document provides examples of regulatory actions in the UK, EU, and Norway, and calls for a comprehensive ban on fossil fuel advertising in Canada, similar to the restrictions placed on the tobacco industry.

The report examines the transition of global shipping to zero-carbon fuels, specifically hydrogen and ammonia. It identifies a 'chicken-and-egg' dilemma where infrastructure investment depends on demand, and demand depends on supply. The analysis evaluates several major ports—including Rotterdam, Jebel Ali, Los Angeles, Houston, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Hong Kong—based on their trade connectivity, technological capacity for fuel production, and policy support. It concludes that while blue hydrogen is currently the most realistic large-scale production pathway, green hydrogen is promising in regions with cheap renewables like the UAE and Australia. The report recommends establishing trans-oceanic coalitions, partnering fuel suppliers with shipping companies along major trade routes, and leveraging public finance to de-risk infrastructure investments.

The document highlights Afghanistan's significant superhot rock geothermal resources, noting that just 1% of this endowment could provide 144 GW of energy capacity. It argues that this energy source could reduce energy poverty, lower land-use requirements compared to other renewables, and provide reliable firm power to the electrical grid.

The document highlights the immense potential of superhot rock geothermal energy in Alaska, noting that just 1% of the state's resource could generate over 5 million GWh of electricity. It argues that this technology offers a land-efficient, reliable source of firm power that could leverage Alaska's existing oil and gas subsurface expertise for a zero-carbon transition.

The document highlights that just 1% of Algeria's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 819 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 181,286 GWh. While not expected to reach commercial scale by 2030, this technology could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used in Algeria's electricity production, eliminate coal imports, and support desalination and hydrogen production. The resource is noted for its low land footprint (12 km² per 1 GW) and its potential to leverage existing subsurface expertise from Algeria's oil and gas sector.

The document highlights that just 1% of Angola's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 197 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 62,933 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace fossil fuels in the electricity sector, reducing emissions by approximately 4 megatonnes of CO2eq, while utilizing significantly less land than solar, wind, or biomass. Additionally, the report suggests that Angola's existing oil and gas workforce and subsurface expertise could facilitate a transition to this zero-carbon energy source to address energy poverty and low electrification rates in rural areas.

The document highlights that just 1% of Argentina's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 2,659 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 348,032 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 47 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 129% of Argentina's Nationally Determined Contribution goal. Additionally, the technology offers high energy density, requiring only 12 km² of land per 1 GW, and could eliminate the need for the 17% of natural gas and 4% of electricity that Argentina currently imports.

The document argues that superhot rock geothermal could be a gamechanger for Arizona's energy sector, providing a carbon-free, firm power source with a very small land footprint. Preliminary modeling suggests that just 1% of Arizona's superhot rock resource could provide 596 GW of energy capacity, which is 58 times the state's 2023 electricity consumption. The technology is described as more versatile than traditional geothermal because it does not require natural underground water sources. Additionally, the document notes that Arizona's existing oil and gas workforce possesses subsurface expertise that could facilitate a transition to this zero-carbon energy production.

The document highlights that just 1% of Armenia's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 40 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 7,876 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 2 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 16% of Armenia's Nationally Determined Contribution goal for 2030. Additionally, the technology offers a low land footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and could eliminate Armenia's dependence on natural gas and electricity imports.

The document highlights that just 1% of Australia's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 624 GW of energy capacity, potentially meeting the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 436,281 GWh. It argues that this technology offers a low-land-footprint alternative to other renewables and a transition pathway for the oil and gas workforce.

The document highlights that just 1% of Austria's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 31 GW of capacity, exceeding the country's 2021 electricity demand and potentially replacing all fossil fuel and electricity imports.

The document highlights that just 1% of Azerbaijan's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 94 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 27,885 GWh. This resource could theoretically replace all fossil fuels used in Azerbaijan's electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 13 megatonnes of CO2eq, which represents 41% of the nation's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) goal. The report emphasizes the technology's low land footprint—requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW—and its ability to leverage existing subsurface expertise from Azerbaijan's oil and gas sector.

The document highlights the potential of superhot rock geothermal energy in the Azores, noting that just 1% of its resource could provide 8 GW of capacity. It argues that this technology offers a land-efficient, 24/7 renewable energy source capable of replacing fossil fuels and supporting the production of clean hydrogen.

The document highlights the significant potential of superhot rock geothermal energy in Bhutan, noting that just 1% of its resources could provide 26 GW of energy capacity. It argues that this technology offers a land-efficient, firm power source that could reduce energy poverty, create jobs, and support the production of low-carbon hydrogen.

The document highlights that just 1% of Bolivia's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 549 GW of energy capacity, far exceeding the country's 2021 electricity consumption of 10,829 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace coal and gas imports, leverage existing oil and gas subsurface expertise, and require significantly less land than other energy sources.

The document highlights that just 1% of Brazil's superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 341 GW of energy capacity, exceeding the country's projected 2050 electricity demand of 1,309,104 GWh. It argues that this technology could replace all coal and gas imports used for electricity, reduce electricity sector emissions by approximately 88 megatonnes of CO2eq, and leverage existing subsurface expertise from Brazil's oil and gas sector.

The document highlights that just 1% of Brunei's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 9 GW of energy capacity, generating over 71,162 GWh of electricity. This amount is approximately 12 times Brunei's 2021 electricity consumption of 5,698 GWh. Utilizing this resource could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing carbon emissions by about 5 megatonnes, which represents 77% of Brunei's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) goal of 5.9 megatonnes by 2030. Additionally, the technology is noted for its low land footprint, requiring roughly 12 km² per 1 GW, and its potential to leverage existing subsurface expertise from Brunei's oil and gas sector.

The document highlights that just 1% of Bulgaria's estimated superhot rock geothermal resource could provide 98 GW of energy capacity, generating over 812,237 GWh of electricity. This amount is 17 times the country's 2021 electricity consumption and could theoretically replace all coal and gas used for electricity production, reducing emissions by approximately 21 megatonnes of CO2eq. The report argues that superhot rock geothermal offers a low land-use footprint (12 km² per 1 GW) and provides reliable 24/7 power, which would reduce Bulgaria's dependence on coal (10% imported) and natural gas (96% imported).