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Learn the sweeping history of the worst energy disasters since the industrial revolution.
From oil spills and coal mine explosions to dam failures and nuclear meltdowns, we can learn much from disasters related to energy. At the same time, energy is the key to solving natural disasters and the looming disaster of climate change. In what ways does energy make our lives safer or more dangerous?
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Disasters Preview
Preview: Season 2 Episode 2 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
From oil spills and coal mine explosions to dam failures and nuclear meltdowns, we can learn much from disasters related to energy. At the same time, energy is the key to solving natural disasters and the looming disaster of climate change. In what ways does energy make our lives safer or more dangerous?
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Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship[upbeat music] - There is some level of danger associated with every form of energy and that danger is exacerbated when things get more complex.
- Ever since the Industrial Revolution, there have been accidents.
- Remembering energy disasters is absolutely vital to more responsible use of energy.
- When things go wrong, there's always lessons to be learned.
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