NOVA S07E12

NOVA - S07E12: Do We Really Need the Rockes?

Oct 28, 1980DocumentarySeason 7, Episode 12

Locked in the shale of the Western Rocky Mountains is more oil than in the Middle East—more than enough to solve our dependence on foreign crude oil. But will shale oil solve our gasoline shortage, or will it simply turn the Rockies into a gigantic industrial zone? NOVA explores the promise and the problems of shale oil.

NOVA S07E12 Synopsis

Stream NOVA "Do We Really Need the Rockes?" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1980-10-28, this episode is part of Season 7 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Locked in the shale of the Western Rocky Mountains is more oil than in the Middle East—more than enough to solve our dependence on foreign crude oil. But will shale oil solve our gasoline shortage, or will it simply turn the Rockies into a gigantic i...