Natural Gas Loans
The Importance of Clean Coal Technology
Coal is one of the worst environmental pollutants. When coal is burned, it directly contributes to acid rain creation, water pollution and ultimately global warming. Coal, once considered an evil fossil fuel, actually powers nearly half of all electricity generated in the U.S. Inexpensive and abundant, the government is using clean coal technology to further […]
Learn More >>Defining Fracking
Natural gas is found in shale rock, which is located deep within the earth’s crust. Fracking is a hydraulic process that makes it possible to extract this valuable natural resource from shale rock. Once unreachable, this valuable natural gas resource is now accessible. Today’s modern-day advancements allow scientists to view three-dimensional images, allowing for precise […]
Learn More >>Geologists: A Glimpse Into Scientific Careers
The role of geologists depends upon locations. In modern-day, developed countries, geologists generally prospect for gas, oil and coal. These materials are used in today’s construction processes. In underdeveloped countries, geologists focus on protecting the environment, helping to prevent further destruction from centuries’ past mineral extractions that left lands barren and useless. Geologists also focus […]
Learn More >>A Brief History: Natural Gas
Natural gas has been in existence for millions of years. However, it wasn’t until 1938 that the U.S. government regulated this industry. Once a mystery to man, this strange black substance would sometimes be ignited by lighting strikes and in ancient civilizations fueled by superstitions and legends, these stories grew to out-of-this-world proportions. One of […]
Learn More >>U.S. Natural Gas Shale Deposits: A Wealth Yet to be Discovered
The U.S. Energy Information Administration cites statistics that show the U.S. is not only the top natural gas producer in the world, but also the highest consumer. With 273 trillion cubic feet of gas reserves, the U.S. contains the world’s fourth largest source of gas deposits. With modern mining and extraction improvements, more of these […]
Learn More >>Mining Techniques
Mining is defined as a technique that involves extracting geological materials or valuable minerals from the earth. These minerals are located within lodes, orebodies, veins, reefs or seams. There are several mining techniques commonly used worldwide to collect valuable materials. Surface mining is a technique that involves stripping all surface dirt and vegetation down to […]
Learn More >>