New York Times: Green Blog- October 30, 2010
http://green.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/10/30/betting-big-on-natural-gas/?ref=science
Exxon Mobil hopes that by switching to natural gas in the future, it will be more accessible to a greater amount of people. Also, Exxon Mobil claims it is more efficient and 60% cleaner than oil. But disregarding all of the above, will natural gas ever be as profitable as oil?
This article stresses the issue of choosing to care for our environment or protect our economy. It is slightly biased in a con-environmental way. The interviewer seems to be more concerned with the economy rather than the environmental benefits of switching to natural gas. In contrast, Exxon Mobil's Vice President seems very optimistic about this transfer, though he too is concerned about the economic issues that may arise.
V. Energy Resources and Consumption
B. Energy Consumption
3. Future energy needs
VI. Pollution
C. Economic Impacts
There is no doubt that the world needs a new alternative to oil. It is true that all of these alternatives are being created such as solar and electric, but the date of when they are going to be 100% reliable and accessible to everyone is unknown. Natural gas is in large quantities all over the world, and if we can use this resource we will be able to extend the dilemma of what are we going to do about all of the cars? It may not be the most environmental sound answer to our problems, but it could hold on long enough to allow us to find the answer to the fuel issue that we have been dealing with forever. The transfer will be rough, as many people in America are opposed to change, but informing people before hand and giving them the reasons could really help with these changes.
ReplyDeleteIt is extremely important to find alternative resources for everyone to use, this is a good idea for the world to stop using as much oil and non- renewable resources. This will be, as Maddy said, a slow process for the rest of the US to adapt and cope with the huge change. By informing the public and stating the vital importance of changing our lifestyles, this plan could potentially lead us in the right direction. I agree with Isabelle when she said that the author is a bit more eco- friendly when writing the article, but people should know the positive effects this could have on us, even though it could lead to an economic change.
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