Instead of the US govt giving money to oil companies to develop alternative means of transportation...?

Question

shouldn't the money be given to scientists who are not affiliated with the oil industries? The scientists are the ones who could possibly develop an alternate means of transportation or new type of chemical to fuel an automobile. If this is developed outside the oil industry, newer companies will be making millions to billions in the future rather than oil companies who will benefit should they develop effective alternate means.

Answer 1

The Govt tells the public that the subsides given to the oil companies are for alternative fuel research. But, if you think about it why would the oil companies want alternative fuel options? This means they will be out of business, or at least less business. I do not know exactly why the Govt gives millions of dollars to oil Co.'s, but you are right, the money should be going to research scientist. Who knows there might be some money going to them.

Answer 2

it should be the equivalent of the Manhatten Project to develop hydrogen fuel cells for cars and safe nuclear breeder reactors..........s***w the oil companies.............