Natural gas shortage. [Review]

Journal Article · Fri Nov 07 04:00:00 EST 1975 · Ed. Res. Rep. (Wash., D.C.); (United States)

OSTI ID:7328601

Boorstin, D

Curtailments of gas supplies in the winter of 1975-76 were estimated to be 2.9 trillion cubic feet or 15 percent of demand, which represented a 45 percent increase over curtailments in 1974-75. The scarcities are discussed under the following topics: probable dimensions of natural gas curtailment; effects of winter shortages, possibility of relief; debate over attempt to remove price ceilings; and charges of gas withholding and underreporting. The history of gas use and regulation is reviewed under the following: from unwanted oil by-product to useful fuel; development of regulation and extent of control; and policy change at the Federal Power Commission. The outlook for overcoming the shortage is discussed under the following: revised estimates of undiscovered resources; rival proposals to make Alaskan gas available; and continuing search for substitute energy sources. 37 references. (MCW)

• OSTI ID: 7328601
• Journal Information: Ed. Res. Rep. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Ed. Res. Rep. (Wash., D.C.); (United States) Vol. 2:17; ISSN EDRRA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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