Coal: The Bridge

Synopsis

Demonstrates the origin and qualities of coal - its efficiency, versatility and abundance. Argues that coal could become the bridge between the age of oil and the new energy sources of the 21st century. Illustrates modern methods of mining, transporting and burning coal, how it can provide liquid fuels and chemical feedstocks and replace oil for power generation.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 25 min.

Year of production

1983

Availability

Free loan

Uses

Schools, technical institutions, universities, trade organisations.*

Subjects

Environmental science; Technology

Keywords

coal

Credits

Director

Peter de Normanville

Producer

Douglas Gordon

Writer

Douglas Gordon

Contributor

Ernest Vincze; Terence Twigg

Production Company

Name

Balfour Films

Sponsor

Name

British Petroleum