The environmental impact of petroleum has been often negative because it is toxic to almost all forms of life. The possibility of climate change exists. Petroleum, commonly referred to as oil, is closely linked to virtually all aspects of present society, especially for transportation and heating for both homes and for commercial activities.
One 42-gallon barrel of oil creates 19.4 gallons of gasoline/petrol. The rest (over half) is used to make things classified as follows (This is just a few of over 6000 items that are made of petroleum based products)
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Agriculture |
| Plastic Ties |
| Row Cover |
| Irrigation Piping |
| Polyethylene |
| Polypropylene |
| Bags And Packaging |
| Pesticides And Herbicides |
| Food Preservatives |
| Fertilizers |
|
Clothing And Textiles |
| Ballet Tights |
| Nylon Cord |
| Everything Polyester: Blouses, Pants, Pajamas Etc. |
| Everything Permanent Press: Shirts, Dresses Etc. |
| Beads |
| Bracelets |
| Pantyhose |
| Nylon Zippers |
| Plastic Hangers |
| Purses |
| Thongs And Flip Flops |
| Earrings |
| Ribbons |
| Fake Fur |
| Windbreakers |
| Sandals |
| Garment Bags |
| Shoe Laces |
| Rain Coats |
| Iron-On Patches |
| Sneakers |
| Sweaters |
| Sofa Pillow Material |
| Tote Bags |
| Umbrellas |
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Infants And Children |
| Acrylic Toys |
| Baby Oil |
| Laundry Baskets |
| Waterproof Pants |
| Baby Aspirin |
| Bath Soap |
| Mittens |
| Pacifiers |
| Baby Blankets |
| Bibs |
| Rattles |
| Doubleknit Shirts |
| Baby Bottles |
| Disposable Diapers |
| Baby Shoes |
| Teething Rings |
| Nipples And Binkies |
| Dolls |
| Stuffed Animals |
| Baby Lotion |
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Medical |
| Allergy Medication |
| Cotton-Tipped Swabs |
| Inhalers |
| Liquid Pepto-Bismol |
| Aspirin |
| First Aid Cream |
| Lancets |
| Pill Cases |
| Band Aids |
| First Aid Kits |
| Latex Gloves |
| Prescription Bottles |
| Burn Lotion |
| Glycerin |
| Mosquito Spray |
| Rubbing Alcohol |
| Chap Stick |
| Heart Valve Replacement |
| Nasal Decongestant |
| Surgical Tape |
| Syringes |
| Vaseline |
| Antiseptics |
| Hearing Aids |
| Anesthetics |
| Artificial Limbs |
| Eyeglasses And Sunglasses |
| Antihistamines |
| Cortisone |
| Vaporizers |
| Denture Adhesives |
| Laxatives |
| Bactine |
| Oxygen Masks |
| Stethoscopes |
| Prescription Glasses |
| Cough Syrup |
| Hearing Aids |
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Kitchen And Household |
| Vinegar Bottles |
| Egg Cartons |
| Meat Trays |
| Trash Bags |
| Breadboxes |
| Freezer Containers |
| Melamine Dishware |
| Tumblers |
| Cake Decorations |
| Jars |
| Microwave Dishes |
| Utensils |
| Candles |
| Freezer Bags |
| Milk Jugs |
| Vacuum Bottles |
| Coasters |
| Gelatin Molds |
| Nylon Spatulas |
| Wax Paper |
| Coffee Pots |
| Ice Cream Scoops |
| Oven Bags |
| Mops |
| Drinking Cups |
| Ice Trays |
| Plastic Containers |
| Fabric Softener |
| Detergent Bottles |
| Plastic Table Service |
| Drain Stoppers |
| Dish Drainers |
| Lunch Boxes |
| Pudding Molds |
| Sponges |
| Dish Scrubbers |
| Brushes |
| Baggies |
| Drinking Straws |
| Styrofoam |
| Paper Cup Dispensers |
| Measuring Cups |
| Teflon Coated Pans |
| Table Cloths |
| Refrigerator Shelves |
|
Beauty |
| Cologne |
| Hair Brushes |
| Lipstick |
| Permanent Wave Curlers |
| Perfume |
| Hair Color |
| Mascara Petroleum Jelly |
| Comb |
| Foam Rubber Curlers |
| Shampoo |
| Contact Lenses And Cases |
| Hair Spray |
| Hand Lotion |
| Shaving Foam |
| Hair Dryers |
| Shoe Inserts |
| Dentures |
| Body Lotion |
| Face Masks |
| Skin Cleanser |
| Deodorants |
| Moisturizing Cream |
| Soap Holders |
| Disposable Razors |
| Leather Conditioner |
| Mouthwash |
| Sunglasses |
| Facial Toner |
| Lens Cleanser |
| Nail Polish |
| Sunscreen |
| Tooth Brushes |
| Toothpaste Tubes |
| Vitamins |
| Synthetic Wigs |
| Bubble Bath |
| Soap Capsules |
|
Furnishings |
| Carpet Padding |
| Naugahyde |
| Venetian Blinds |
| TV Cabinets |
| Extension Cords |
| Picture Frames |
| Flocked Wallpaper |
| Shower Doors |
| Formica |
| Refrigerator Lining |
| Vinyl Wallpaper |
| Curtains |
| Kitchen Carpet |
| Shag Carpet |
| Welcome Mats |
| Fan Blades |
| Lamps |
| Shower Curtain |
| Patio Furniture |
| Swings |
| Linoleum |
| Upholstery |
| Rugs |
|
Building And Home |
| Caulking Material |
| Light Switch Plates |
| Plungers |
| Faucet Washers |
| Clotheslines |
| Measuring Tape |
| Polyurethane Stain |
| Water Pipes |
| Electric Saws |
| Paintbrushes |
| Propane Bottles |
| Wood Floor Cleaner/Wax |
| Vinyl Electrical Tape |
| Plastic Pipe |
| Shingles (Asphalt) |
| Light Panels |
| Garden Hoses |
| Plastic Wood Spackling Paste |
| Awnings |
| Glazing Compound |
| Plexiglas |
| Spray Paint |
| Enamel |
| Epoxy Paint |
| Artificial Turf |
| Folding Doors |
| Floor Wax |
| Glue |
| House Paint |
| Paint Rollers |
| Toilet Seats |
| Water Pipes |
| Putty |
| Solvents |
| Roofing Material |
| Plywood Adhesive |
| Sockets |
| Propane |
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Automotive |
| Antifreeze |
| Flat Tire Fix |
| Street Paving (Asphalt) |
| Car Battery Cases |
| Coolant |
| Motor Oil |
| Tires |
| Loud Speakers |
| Bearing Grease |
| Sports Car Bodies |
| Traffic Cones |
| Car Enamel |
| Brake Fluid |
| Dashboards |
| Windshield Wipers |
| Visors |
| Car Sound Insulation |
| Oil Filters |
| Car Seats |
| Convertible Tops |
| Fan Belts |
| Gasoline |
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Miscellaneous |
| Ash Trays |
| Dog Food Dishes |
| Toolboxes |
| Cds And Dvds |
| Balloons |
| Dog Leashes |
| Tape Recorders |
| Synthetic Rubber |
| Bubble Gum |
| Dog Toys |
| Flashlights |
| Nylon Ropes |
| Bungee Straps |
| Flight Bags |
| Disposable Lighters |
| Cassette Player |
| Flea Collars |
| Flutes |
| Lighter Fluid |
| Cigarette Cases |
| Electric Blankets |
| Tool Racks |
| Name Tags |
| Cigarette Filters |
| Ammonia |
| Newspaper Tubes |
| Calibrated Containers |
| Insect Repellent |
| Phonograph Records (Vinyl) |
| Crayons |
| Ice Buckets |
| Dyes |
| Pillows |
| Credit Cards |
| Flashlights |
| Fly Swatters |
| Plastic Cup Holders |
| Dice |
| Movie And Camera Film |
| K-Resin |
| Rain Bonnets |
| Luggage |
| Video Cassettes |
| Charcoal Lighter |
| Rayon |
| Safety Glasses, Gloves, Hats |
| Shoe Polish |
| Signs |
| Cassette Tapes |
| Toys |
| Watch Bands |
| Waterproof Boots |
| Shopping Bags |
| Bedspreads |
| Checkbooks |
| Covers |
| Tobacco Pouches |
| Clothes Hangers |
| Flea Collars |
| Flavors |
| Masking Tape |
| Safety Flares |
| Flags |
| Butane |
| Around The Office |
| Ball Point Pens |
| Diskettes |
| Thermometer |
| Ink |
| Computers |
| Business Card Holders |
| Copiers |
| Waste Baskets |
| Calculators |
| Printer Cartridges |
| Microfilm |
| Name Tags |
| Binders |
| Erasers |
| Rulers |
| Scotch Tape |
| Magic Markers |
| Telephones |
| Sports, Hobbies And Games |
| Backpacks |
| Fishing Lures |
| Air Mattresses |
| Cameras |
| Beach Balls |
| Fishing Poles |
| Hang Gliders |
| Vinyl Cases |
| Footballs |
| Glue Containers |
| Puzzles |
| Darts |
| Frisbees |
| Golf Ball And Golf Bags |
| Shotgun Shells |
| Ear Plugs |
| Knitting Needles |
| Waterproof Clothing |
| Stadium Cushions |
| Earphones |
| Yarn |
| Kites |
| Tennis Racquets |
| Fabric Dye |
| Decoys |
| Lifejackets |
| Nylon Strings |
| Face Protectors |
| Volley Balls |
| Model Cars |
| Plastic Water Guns |
| Fishing Bobbers |
| Soccer Balls |
| Oil Paints |
| Parachutes |
| Fishing Cylume |
| Light Sticks |
| Earphones |
| Playing Cards |
| Photographs |
| Monofilament Fishing Lines |
| Diving Boards |
| Poker Chips |
| Goggles |
| Rollerskate And Skateboard Wheels |
| Whistles |
| Guitar Strings |
| Picks |
| Rafts |
| Ice Chests |
| Tents |
| Sleeping Bags |
| Pole Vaulting Poles |
| Motorcycle Helmets |
| Skis, Water Skis |
| Rubber Cement |
| Plastic Flowerpots |
| Hot Tub Covers |
| Sails |
| Snorkels |
| Monkey Bars |
| Photo Albums |
| Wet Suits |
| Flippers |
| Tennis Balls |
| Boats |
| Insulated Boots |
Always check the ingredients and avoid them as much as possible. We will come up with more data and facts on this soon.
Courtesy and Source : Illinois Oil and Gas Association
Nice post. Informative.
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