California Quote by Argus Hamilton
“Conoco will build a $75 million plant to see if a process to convert natural gas to liquid fuel is profitable. It has to be. In California, gasoline is so expensive that people are trying to run their cars on cocaine.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Energy industry commentary, 2022
Conoco is testing a costly gas‑to‑liquid plant, noting high gasoline prices in California, with a hyperbolic joke about cars running on cocaine.
In simple terms: Conoco tests a $75M plant amid high gas prices; joke exaggerates.
Key Takeaway
Assess viability of gas‑to‑liquid conversion.
Themes
energy innovation
market pressure
pricing
risk
humor
Mood
critical
humorous
analytical
Type
energy
economic
media
When to use this quote
- energy investment decisions
- fuel market analysis
- policy debates
- public communication
- media satire
Key Concepts
technology
economics
environmental impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What are realistic alternatives to high gasoline prices?
- How does humor affect public perception of energy issues?
A Different Perspective
The joke may downplay serious energy challenges and environmental concerns.
