Petroleum Independence: A Business Case and Strategy
Abstract
The United States must divest itself from dependence on petroleum-based energy sources. Our entrenched dependence on petroleum has resulted in conflict, resentment, environmental failures, political disadvantage, and economic fracture. All of which have contributed to the erosion of our pole position in international affairs. This paper argues the business case that the US has arrived at the point in its history where it is now too expensive to pursue petroleum-based energy. The paper offers a real strategy to manage the shift towards petroleum independence by integrating government and business through active leadership and profit for all stakeholders. The plan consists of modular energy initiatives that are supportive, yet independent of each other. The recommended modules are designed to collectively relinquish our dependence on oil while achieving economic growth. Energy independence can be accomplished through conservation, wireless power transmission, alternate renewable energy sources, a conversion of our energy infrastructure (especially in the transportation industry), and sound governmental policy and investment. Further, petroleum independence will ultimately provide new options for the US and its allies regarding its national vital interests. The climate is now ripe for the implementation of a holistic energy strategy with the ultimate goal of petroleum independence.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 14, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA451262
Entities
People
- Robin Gallant
Organizations
- National Defense University