Climate Quote by Jeff Goodell
“Some studies have shown that natural gas could, in fact, be worse for the climate than coal.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, “The Climate Cost of Natural Gas”, 2022
Natural gas may emit more greenhouse gases over its lifecycle than coal, challenging assumptions about its cleanliness.
In simple terms: Natural gas can be worse for climate than coal.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate energy choices with full lifecycle data.
Themes
energy policy
climate change
fossil fuels
environment
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
analytical
informative
When to use this quote
- policy making
- investment decisions
- public advocacy
- environmental research
Key Concepts
carbon accounting
life‑cycle analysis
energy transition
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we compare full lifecycle impacts?
- What policies can address hidden emissions?
A Different Perspective
Lifecycle emissions can be hard to measure accurately.
