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What's Oil Shale?
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Oil shale is just one unconventional oil source that's being researched. Learn how oil shale could save the day when — and if — we hit peak oil in the U.S.
The Pros and Cons of Shale Gas
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Under our toes, a wealth of gas exists that burns clean and could wean the U.S. off energy dependence. But getting to it is a bit tricky.
Top 8 Synthetic Fuels
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Different types of synthetic fuels offer some advantages over fossil fuels. Find out about the top synthetic fuels and how they're processed.
What is a synfuel?
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What is a synfuel? How could synthetic fuels mitigate the energy crisis? Read about synfuels at HowStuffWorks.
Niagara Falls Will Temporarily Stop Gushing in 2019
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The formidable gusher could stop flowing for a few months in 2019 in order to repair some bridges in dire need.
Are there CO2 emissions from natural gas?
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Until recently, natural gas was thought of as one of the cleanest fossil fuels. Yet new studies say it may be worse for the ozone layer than coal -- a fuel well-known for its harmful emissions.
2003 Corvette
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The 2003 Corvette gained a host of standard features and created a special 50th Anniversary Edition to mark the half-century. Learn more.
Oil Sands: Energy Evolution and Environmental Concerns
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Oil sands are a mixture of clay, sand and water with a small amount of bitumen. Learn about oil sands, find out how energy intensive it is to refine oil sands.
How Oil Drilling Works
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Oil drilling a complex process that involves the drilling and pumping of oil from underground wells. Learn about oil drilling and the oil drilling process.
When will we run out of fossil fuels?
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When will we run out of fossil fuels? Keep reading to discover when we will run out of fossil fuels and learn about new alternatives!