7 Reasons Why Natural Gas Is One of Our Most Important Resources
Thu, November 15, 2018
1. Electricity
Across the country hotels are able to “leave a light on for you,” thanks to natural gas. After all, it is the #1 fuel for electricity generation in the United States.
2. Manufacturing
Natural gas can be used as a power source or a key ingredient in many products manufactured in the United States like crayons, cement, glass, bricks, steel, and paper. Check out our manufacturing study for more info: https://www.texansfornaturalgas.com/manufacturing_texas.
3. Cooking
Ovens, stoves, fireplaces, fire pits, and grills can all be powered by natural gas.
4. Medical Equipment
Without natural gas, we wouldn’t be able to make the plastic used to create everything from bottled water to life-saving medical equipment.
5. Keeping Us Warm
Natural gas helps us get through those cold winter months by providing a reliable source of heat for our homes.
6. Pharmaceuticals
Natural gas is an important ingredient for pharmaceuticals, allowing us to create the capsules for our medicines and tamper-proof bottles.
7. Cleaner Air
Natural gas is the cleanest burning fossil fuel, and its increased use in electricity generation is enabling the United States to be a leader in carbon emissions reductions.
