petroleum industry and trade

"Oil has changed the world. This resource is arguably the foundation of modern civilization. Oil, however, is not a clean energy source. Using oil creates pollution. Getting oil from the ground can also harm the environment. Learn more about these issues in Oil Crisis, a Global Issues book"--Back cover.

The author chronicles his personal battle to raise awareness of climate change and places his story against the larger backdrop of the global battle to combat this issue. Alongside this theme is the author's story of a Vermont beekeeper producing his own honey and how this also reflects on the condition of the global climate.

This book exposes the dangers of oil drilling and fracking and focuses on alternative energy sources.

"Beyond fueling vehicles used for all kinds of transportation, oil and gas resources affect many other aspects of people's lives, through their use in medicines, plastics, detergents, and fabrics. This book examines how oil is extracted and transported through pipelines, including discussion of controversial processes like fracking and drilling in the Arctic. The political and economic impact of controlling these resources is critiqued, allowing readers to assess the role of different stakeholders. They will also learn about how alternative fuels, electric cars, and other new technologies can make oil and gas usage cleaner and more efficient"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the human story of climate change, including the birth of climate denialism, the genesis of the fossil fuel industry's plans, and more.

Liza is determined to expose her mom's boyfriend as bad for business--and the environment--and puts together a group of girls codenamed "GRRR!" which stands for Girls for Renewable Resources, Really! and is surprise by the success of their efforts.

A powerful portrait of America's overwhelming addiction to, and reliance on, oil. Having been born and raised in one of the USA's most oil-producing regions, Josh Tickell saw firsthand how the industry controls, deceives, and damages the country, its people, and the environment, and after one too many people he know became sick, he knew he just couldn't idly stand by any longer.

Includes a wide range of opinions surrounding issues concerning pipelines and politics.

Some commodities command massive economic, social, and political influence. This title examines the business around oil, the fossil fuel that powers much of the modern world. It explores the oil industry?s history, petroleum?s many uses, and the ways in which companies are trying to boost efficiencies to make it a viable energy source for many years to come.

"The New Wild West is the definitive account of what's happening on the ground and what really happens to a community when the energy industry is allowed to set up in a town with little regulation or oversight - and at what cost"--OCLC.