Gas Exports Have a Dirty Secret: A Carbon Footprint Rivaling Coal’s

Gas Exports Have a Dirty Secret: A Carbon Footprint Rivaling Coal’s

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The video discusses the environmental impact of the US's LNG build-out, comparing its emissions to coal-fired power plants. It highlights discrepancies in emissions reporting among plants, noting that some use renewable energy and capture methane, while others do not. The video also examines the potential global benefits of US LNG exports, which may have lower emissions than coal in some regions, but warns that this advantage is diminishing as US natural gas production becomes more emissions-intensive.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What regulatory challenges do the worst polluting LNG plants face in reducing their carbon footprint?

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In what ways might US LNG exports impact carbon emissions abroad compared to local coal production?

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