After analyzing the polarized political, economical, and environmental schools of thought, and understanding the conditions needed for real ideological realignment in regards to using algal biofuel to fuel our cars, I have realized that certain implications will arise if we do not soon resolve this issue. It is certain that fossil fuels are nonrenewable, which means that we will inevitably run out of them at some time, which will force us to select an alternative for oil and rely heavily upon that alternative. But before we run out, there will be other, more immediate repercussions.
The theory of supply and demand is one that I believe we are all familiar with. As fossil fuels run out-the supply lessens- the demand for this supply will be even more influential in determining prices. We have all seen the economic stresses high gas prices put on Americans. We know that recent high gas prices contributed to the injury of our economy in a way that was devastating to millions. As oil supplies become more and more depleted, this trend will become more and more exaggerated. We have to invest in and research alternatives before we allow the price of oil to damage our economy further.
Furthermore, as oil supplies decline and prices climb, Americans will be torn between which alternatives to use in the greatest quantity. Most will be swayed by media projections and depictions of the different forms of fuel. The success of each alternative is quite dependent on the way the media presents it. The need to select a new fuel source will undoubtedly divide Americans; the key is to see past these differing opinions and look to the facts behind each of the real options.
