Let's Talk Food Resources
Backgrounders
Discover a set of resources curated to get you ready to discuss sustainable agriculture and food security.
Introduction to Biofuels
STEM Explained
Learn about biofuels and what makes them a promising alternative to fossil fuels.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles
Backgrounders
Learn about vehicles that use hydrogen for fuel.
Green Energy
Backgrounders
An overview of environmentally-friendly ways to generate electricity and power
Sustainable Aerospace Firsts
Backgrounders
Learn how Boeing is making aviation more sustainable.
Resources on the Environment
STEM Explained
Resource page including articles and career profiles related to the environment.
Heather E. McFarlane
Career Profiles
Assistant Professor & Canada Research Chair in Plant Cell Biology
Algae Biofuel: Can Pond Scum Power the Planet?
STEM Explained
Learn about the potential of algae as a material for making biofuel.
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Fueling Internal Combustion Engines
Backgrounders
Learn about the wide variety of fuels used in vehicles.
What are the Pros and Cons of Ethanol Biofuel?
STEM Explained
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?
Backgrounders
Ethanol is a biofuel that can power a car. Learn about the enzymes, catalysts and processes like fermentation involved in ethanol production.