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How the U.S. Oil and Gas Industry Works

Provided by: Council on Foreign Relations |Published on: March 30, 2023

Articles/Websites Grades 9-12, 6-8, ap-college

Synopsis

This article explains how the United States' oil and gas industry operates, how oil and gas are produced, how the industry is organized, and many impacts of mining and burning fossil fuels.
Students will learn what the future may hold for American oil and gas, see comparisons of energy sources in numerous graphs, and connect the war in Ukraine to the energy debate.

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Subjects: Science, Economics, Civics, English Language Arts

Authors: Council on Foreign Relations

Region: North America, United States, Global

Languages: English

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Positives

This article contains a wealth of information about many facets of the American oil and gas industry.
The article utilizes several text structures and features and will enhance student understanding and comprehension.

Additional Prerequisites

Students should be able to read several types of charts and graphs.

Differentiation

Connections can be made in math classes using real-world data to inform their calculations or discussing data analysis and graphs.
Before reading, use the question subheadings on the left side of the page as a guide. Post each question around the room and have students jot down answers to each of the questions then circulate to read the responses and discuss.
After reading, have students discuss solutions and issues that may be of top importance to address climate change swiftly.
Social studies classes can discuss ways to address climate change and a conversion away from fossil fuels in a just manner.

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