Written by Alberta energy analyst and commentator David Yager, this study examines the historical development of Alberta's coal, oil, and natural gas industries and their role in the economic growth of both the province and Canada. The author traces the evolution of energy policy, resource development, environmental activism, and climate-change politics, with particular attention to the debates surrounding pipelines, carbon emissions, decarbonization, and the future of the petroleum sector. Framed through Alberta's experience, Yager explores the economic, political, and social implications of proposed transitions away from fossil fuels, arguing that climate policy must be considered within the broader context of global energy demand, technological change, and international cooperation.
Notes adapted from the author's description.
