Review:
Natural Gas Industry
overall review score: 4.2
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The natural gas industry involves the exploration, extraction, refining, and distribution of natural gas as a source of energy.
Key Features
- Exploration
- Extraction
- Refining
- Distribution
Pros
- Cleaner burning fuel compared to coal and oil
- Abundant domestic resource in many countries
- Can serve as a transition fuel towards renewable energy sources
Cons
- Greenhouse gas emissions from production and transportation
- Fracking activities can cause environmental damage
- Dependency on fossil fuels perpetuated