Let's Talk Food Resources
Discover a set of resources curated to get you ready to discuss sustainable agriculture and food security.
Introduction to Biofuels
Learn about biofuels and what makes them a promising alternative to fossil fuels.
Earth Month: Green Energy
An overview of environmentally-friendly ways to generate electricity and power our vehicles
Resources on the Environment
Resource page including articles and career profiles related to the environment.
Heather E. McFarlane
Assistant Professor & Canada Research Chair in Plant Cell Biology
Heather R. McFarlane is an Assistant Professor & Canada Research Chair in Plant Cell Biology for the University of Toronto.
Algae Biofuel: Can Pond Scum Power the Planet?
Learn about the potential of algae as a material for making biofuel.
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Fueling Internal Combustion Engines
Learn about the wide variety of fuels used in vehicles.
What are the Pros and Cons of Ethanol Biofuel?
Biofuels like ethanol might help fight climate change. But they can contribute to food insecurity and greenhouse gases in ways that might surprise you.
How is Ethanol Made?
Ethanol is a biofuel that can power a car. Learn about the enzymes, catalysts and processes like fermentation involved in ethanol production.