From John Chiline
While technology that reduces or eliminates the sulphur content of oil is commendable
(This Week, 11 April, p 17),
I wish to highlight a study released by
Yuzuru Matsuoka of the Kyoto University School of Engineering on 3 April.
Yuzuru identifies the burning of coal and oil—and specifically the
particulates this produces—as a major cause of health problems, especially
in infants. In light of such evidence, should we continue investing time and
money in finding new ways of burning the remaining oil reserves, more cleanly or
not? Or should we concentrate on developing alternatives to fossil fuels?
Brussels, Belgium
