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Oil & Gas History

Evolution of the oil and gas industry describes the petroleum industry's evolution from its trial-and-error pioneering start in the 1850s to the advanced science and technology of the 21st century.

Order Our Petroleum Challenge

Our Petroleum Challenge - Sustainability into the 21st Century is an excellent resource for people who want to learn more about Canada's oil and natural gas resources.

Energy fast facts

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Archaeological records indicate that people burned coal over 4,000 years ago in Wales.

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