Synopsis

The world runs on fossil fuels. Without oil, there would be no transportation, no large-scale agriculture, no manufactured goods. But geologists believe that oil reserves are dwindling, and soon will be unable to meet the ever-increasing demand for energy. In science, politics, and industry, voices are growing louder calling for serious research into alternative energy sources, with an increasing focus on hydrogen. This week on Tegenlicht, we explore the feasibility of water as a potential new e