Hot Ice

Synopsis

Outlines the discovery of gas hydrates and the means now available for exploring their marine reserves. Looks at the potential for methane from hydrates as a substitute for conventional hydrocarbons and discusses the concern of environmentalists regarding the possible catastrophic effects of hydrate-derived methane release to the atmosphere.

Series

Antenna, Series

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video

Year of production

1991

Availability

Out of Distribution

Subjects

Geology

Keywords

gas hydrates; methane

Credits

Producer

John Simmons; Martine Benoit

Production Company

Name

Geofilms Ltd

Notes

See: Oxford Network Communications

Sponsor

Name

British Broadcasting Corporation

Address

Broadcasting House
LONDON
W1A 1AA

Distributor

Name

Oxford Network Communications

Notes

This company has ceased trading and its products are no longer available to purchase