The Daily Zeitgeist More Natural Gas = More Natural Disasters? 06.04.24
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Jun 4, 2024 Carlyle Calhoun and Halle Parker from Sea Change join to discuss the deceptive nature of natural gas, the uninsurability of climate disasters, the impacts of greenwashing, and hopeful solutions for a sustainable future.
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Cascading Climate Disasters
- Halle Parker experienced firsthand the compounding effects of climate change during Hurricane Ida.
- After the hurricane, a heatwave followed, leaving people without power in extreme heat.
The Ruse of Natural Gas
- "Natural gas" is often used euphemistically, obscuring its environmental impact.
- Experts suggest using more accurate terms like "methane gas" or "fracked gas" to reflect its true nature.
Methane's Potency
- Methane, the primary component of natural gas, is 80 times more potent than carbon dioxide in the short term.
- While natural gas burns cleaner than regular gas, the overall lifecycle, including extraction and transport, negates this benefit.