Natural Gas is the Solution
That’s what West Virginia officials think. It is easier to obtain than many other energy sources. It is also the cleanest energy solution for the environment. Both of these provide a clear appeal in the state - see Main article for the full story here.
West Virginia thinks it could provide thousands of new jobs in the state as well. With coal mining disasters in the news and no sign that a steep drop in the price of oil is imminent any time soon, they are certainly on to something. How much natural gas is available in the U.S. in total?
