Big Green has no viable alternative to industrial use of natural gas

Fuel Fix:
Industrial natural gas use to continue to grow quickly, EIA says
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Industrial and other users of the fuel have stepped up plans to switch to natural gas as the fuel has become relatively cheaper. Much of the additional demand is expected to come from new industrial facilities coming online along the Gulf Coast.

In 2016, the EIA said three methanol plants are expected to come online in the region, using almost 400 million cubic feet of natural gas per day. Methanol is often combined with other chemicals to make things such as plastics and paints. An additional 100 million cubic feet of demand for the fuel is expected to come from a nitrogen fertilizer plant coming online in 2016.
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Without nitrogen fertilizer millions would starve.  Organic farming cannot match it for increased food production,   The methanol used for plastics and paint makes modern life more efficient.  There are no viable alternatives that can compete beyond a very small niche market.  There are no solar or wind alternatives to these vital products.

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