Natural gas is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of methane, but commonly including varying amounts of other higher alkanes, and sometimes a small percentage of carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide, or helium. It is formed when layers of decomposing plant and animal matter are exposed to intense heat and pressure supplied by existing under the surface of the Earth over millions of years. The energy that the plants originally obtained from the sun is stored in the form of chemical bonds in the gas.

The global warming has been the center of attraction and number of conferences has been held in the last decade or so. This issue has become so prominent that on yearly basis discussions, conferences and debates are held. On the contrary, considerable change has not been witnessed. The interest of developed and developing economies comes into being and issue of global warming is sidelined. The governments can do their bit in implementing environmental regulations on its pupils to prevent global warming. However, still a long way to go before it becomes a success.

A recent trend has been seen in the field of wind energy. The government is seen motivating wind power industry and even ensuring that they get other benefits as well. The benefits can be in the form of tax benefits and subsidies. Consequently, wind industry power industry has seen a boon and many more projects are on their way. The government is appreciating such efforts, which help in providing clean, clear and efficient energy to the society.

One of Environmental issues is with oil. Oil is going to be the prominent reason for outbreak of war between two countries in the coming times. The question has always been asked by intellectuals that why US needs to expand offshore oil drilling, when abundant resources are available in homeland. This remains a bit of mystery amongst masses. Moreover, policies are determined in such a manner that best comes out into being and no shortage of resources takes place.