Living Green - Episode 33 - Natural Gas

The video discusses the challenges of reducing carbon emissions in the short and medium term, emphasizing the role of natural gas as the cleanest fossil fuel. It highlights natural gas as a crucial transitional energy source towards a future dominated by renewable energy sources like wind and solar power.

What is considered a major challenge in reducing carbon emissions in the near future?

• Absence of natural gas usage

• Inadequate technology

• Dependence on coal

• Lack of renewable energy sources

Why is natural gas considered the cleanest fossil fuel?

• It is abundant and cheap

• It is renewable

• It is easy to transport

• It has the lowest carbon emissions among fossil fuels

What role does natural gas play in the transition to renewable energy?

• It is not involved in the transition

• It acts as a bridge to a no carbon future

• It replaces solar power

• It is the primary energy source

Which energy sources are expected to become the norm in the future?

• Geothermal and biomass

• Wind and solar power

• Nuclear and hydroelectric

• Coal and oil

What is the main benefit of using natural gas in the context of carbon reduction?

• It is cost-effective

• It supports the transition to renewable energy

• It is widely available

• It requires no infrastructure changes