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Canada oil sands now worth more than coal, crude and gas combined

Frik Els | June 28, 2011 | 10:57 pm Energy 

Until 2005, natural gas had the highest value among energy resources. However, since 2006, the wealth from oil sands has exceeded that from other energy resources, mainly on account of increased reserves. Canada's oil sands in Northern Alberta contain vast...