Natural gas is a clean and efficient fuel from an environmental perspective. It contains very low levels of pollutants and emits less carbon relative to other fossil fuels. It is also highly efficient in its production, transportation and use. When natural gas is used, very little fuel is wasted from the point of production through consumption. This combination of relatively low pollutants and emissions and high efficiency levels results in less environmental impact than other fuels with respect to climate change, acid rain, urban smog, solid waste, water quality and visibility. In fact natural gas’ attributes make it particularly noteworthy with respect to climate change in that the core philosophy to reducing greenhouse gas emissions is the increased efficient use of clean fuels.
- American Gas Association Climate Change update (June 9, 2009) pdf
- Results of American Gas Association Covered Emissions Survey (December 23, 2009) pdf
- The Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act - Kerry/Boxer Bill (Sept. 30, 2009)
Resources
- The National Academy of Sciences Energy Efficiency Study
- National Academy of Science Recommendations: Frequently Asked Questions
- Implementing the National Academy of Sciences Recommendations to Achieve a More Energy Efficient and Low-Carbon Future
- Graphic: Three times more energy reaches the customer with natural gas
- American Gas Foundation Direct Use of Natural Gas Study
