Typical projections from the oil and gas industry suggest, thanks in large part to the burgeoning shale oil industry, the United States could become the worldâs top oil producer in the next decade. But what if those projections are overstated? Is there a danger in Houstonâs economy hinging so significantly on one industry? What should we do to hedge our bets, and when should we do it? What might Houston, Texas look like…after oil?
On this edition of Houston Matters, we consider what industries we might seek to prop up in preparation for a future Houston – perhaps deep in the future – after oil. We’ll also consider what lessons we can learn from past oil busts.
Also: the city of Houston, in its traffic, roads, and weather, brings its own challenges when it comes to the proper maintenance of your car. We’ll welcome your car care questions for a pair of Houston-based AAA technicians.
And: we visit a thrift shop for Houston artists known as the Texas Art Asylum.
