S2·E8 The Resource Curse & Deliver Us from Drought
Synopsis
As humanity’s appetite for energy grows exponentially, the extraction industry scrambles to the most remote regions on Earth to satisfy demand. In the undeveloped Melanesian country of Papua New Guinea, America’s Exxon Mobil has staked its claim to a $19 billion dollar liquid natural-gas project expected to start production in late 2014. Vikram Gandhi heads to Papua New Guinea to investigate. Over in Texas, Thomas Morton investigates the climate catastrophe, and discovers firsthand the local responses, which often involve reaching out for divine intervention.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 8 of VICE air?
Season 2, Episode 8 ('The Resource Curse & Deliver Us from Drought') originally aired on May 9, 2014.
How long is Season 2 Episode 8 ('The Resource Curse & Deliver Us from Drought')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 30 minutes.
What happens in VICE Season 2 Episode 8?
As humanity’s appetite for energy grows exponentially, the extraction industry scrambles to the most remote regions on Earth to satisfy demand. In the undeveloped Melanesian country of Papua New Guinea, America’s Exxon Mobil has staked its claim to a $19 billion dollar liquid natural-gas project exp...