Power points

摘要

Our Online leader article 'Balance of power' highlighted the rising cost of fuel and the need for cheaper, more efficient vehicles. Here is a selection of your emails. Oil production peaked in 2006 and it is about time the government accepted the fact and told us the truth. Investment is needed quickly. Funds for alternative energy projects must be at the forefront of investment. Projects for wave power, fuel cells and solar power, and many others, need bringing to everyone's attention as these will take at least 10 to 15 years to come on stream. If not, the shortage of oil and gas will mean the lights will go out in the next five to 10 years. Price will not be the factor, only a fight for the remaining oil.