Canada

The natural resources of Canada are estimated to be worth 33.2 trillion dollars. This nation ranks fourth on the list as a result of its overall oil sand deposits. Canada has the second-highest oil reserves in the world behind Saudi Arabia, with 178.1 billion barrels, or around 17.8%, of the total world oil reserves, according to the most recent statistics. Additionally, this nation possesses enormous phosphate reserves, the second-largest Uranium reserves, and the third-largest rate of lumber output. In addition to energy minerals like coal and uranium, the nation also has industrial minerals like gypsum, limestone, rock salt, and potash.

Metals in Canada include copper, lead, nickel, and zinc, and precious metals like gold, platinum, and silver. Canada is a leading producer of natural gas. The latter is one of the jewels in its resources crown – accounting for 29% of global production. In these sustainable times, the country is increasingly becoming a focal point for green mining innovation.