Fossil fuels (coal, oil, gas) dominate the current generation and supply of energy globally accounting for 80% of all energy supply.  The key advantage of fossil fuel over many other sources of energy such as renewables is energy density (i.e., smaller footprint and greater energy per unit of volume).  However, according to the IEA the energy sector is the source of around three‐quarters of greenhouse gas emissions today and holds the key to averting the worst effects of climate change.

The use of fossil fuels will not disappear overnight.  And oil in particular provides an array of complex organic molecules that are essential for the production of plastics which are used widely in the manufacture of electric vehicles reducing vehicle weight.  Fossil fuels that remain in 2050 will be used in goods where the carbon is embodied in the product such as plastics, in facilities fitted with Carbon Capture and Underground Storage (CCUS), and in sectors where low‐emissions technology options are scarce.  To achieve a zero-carbon footprint the utilisation of CCUS will be essential.

This webinar series covers the new Version 9.0 Australian Curriculum (Earth and Space Sciences), namely, AC9S9U03, AC9S9H03, AC9S9H04 (Year 9), AC9S10U04, AC9S10H02, AC9S10I08 (Year 10).

This webinar will take no more than 45-60 minutes of your time. Extra time for Q&A can follow as required.

All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance from the Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA).