Oil addict

It has made the fortune of some and caused the disarray of others. For more than a century, oil has driven the economic life of this world and its great political intrigues. As a key element in the great crises of the 20th century, there are many whispers about it. It is said to be in the process of becoming rarefied. It is said to contribute to global warming. But what is the truth? At a time when its intensive consumption is calling out to the international scientific community and is tirelessly returning to the heart of discussions at the annual UN climate conferences, public decision-makers are announcing that they want to fight climate change. They hope to set their countries on the path to decarbonization. Between the official discourse and the reality, there is sometimes a big gap. The author gives his vision of the future of oil. He does not believe it is doomed yet. Common sense would indicate to turn as soon as possible to the consumption of other less polluting energies. However, economic, political, technological, industrial, or strategic interests, all interconnected, seem to overshadow the scientific recommendations to reduce our dependence on oil as soon as possible.