LECTURE 4: Is there a role of natural gas in the clean energy transition?

Before You Watch

Before you watch the video lecture, go to Resources in this module (Resources 4) and watch the interview with Al Gore. Also, do not forget to review the short clip on how to read Sankey diagrams. To follow along, feel free to download the lecture slides in pdf format here: Is There a Role for Natural Gas in the Clean Energy Transition PE 5970 (Lopez).pdf Download Is There a Role for Natural Gas in the Clean Energy Transition PE 5970 (Lopez).pdf

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Key Takeaways

• Is it possible to flip the switch on fossil fuels and have all renewable energies instantly?
• Would you agree with this statement: In the U.S. we are seeing a renaissance for natural gas?
• What are the three strategies to mitigate CO₂ emissions? 
• Reflect: What is the role of natural gas in the energy transition?
• Going beyond the lecture, do you think a social equity sustainability angle should also be taken into consideration in the energy transition? how so?