First Magazine SCFCA OCTO-1 | Page 28

Meet tomorrow’s energy source: Methane Hydrate (translation of Prof: P.K. Ravidran’s article) Realization of the fact that increased carbon emission is the cause for global warming, prompted the quest for more suitable fuel sources. It was the same reason behind shift from coal to petroleum and natural gases. The different forms of natural gases – liquefied natural gases, compressed natural gases, are called pure gases. The importance of natural gas as the primary source of energy is increasing. It is estimated that by 2030, the share of natural gas among primary energy sources will be around 25%. This is based on the known reserves of natural gases now. More and more reserves and forms of natural gas are being identified. This will boost the importance of natural gas in the energy sector. Friends of Scientifica, October 2016