Environment

While the world relies on oil and gas for most of its energy and is likely to do so for years to come, emissions from their production and use have raised concerns. These emissions may be helping to warm our planet
by enhancing the natural greenhouse effect of our atmosphere. The contribution of possible man-made warming is uncertain as are the extent and timing of potential future impacts. Nevertheless, the need to take action is clear. 

That’s why oil and natural gas companies are voluntarily reducing emissions by:

As our economy grows, producing greater wealth and technological innovation, oil and natural gas companies and other businesses will find better, more cost-effective ways of reducing emissions. Public policy that encourages improvements in technology will accelerate this process. This approach is also likely to be less burdensome to consumers and to our economy than policies that mandate near-term reductions in greenhouse emissions.

For an overview of what companies have been doing to address climate change in these and other areas please see Global Climate Change in the Environment, Health & Safety section.

And just as our industry is taking action, everyone can contribute to improved energy efficiency.  The Power Is in Your Hands campaign, created by 23 companies, trade associations and nonprofits, provides consumers with information on what they can do to help.  Its website offers valuable energy efficiency information for homes, transportation, and businesses.  The campaign also encourages all Americans to take the Six Degrees of Energy Efficiency Web Challenge.