Fire and Ice.

Focuses on the challenge of unlocking an exotic form of solidified natural gas called gas hydrate, potentially symbolizing the start to a new era of Arctic fuel production. Description of gas hydrate, a strange hybrid of fire and ice; Worldwide energy value of gas hydrate reserves compared with other fossil fuels; Mention of research at the Mallik site in the Arctic permafrost of Canada; Difficulties facing the project, including transporting natural gas; Skepticism about the potential of gas hydrates; Outlook. INSET: A free refill?.