pedloil
Pedloil is a term used in speculative fiction and thought experiments to denote a petroleum-like liquid energy resource. It is not an established chemical substance or industry standard, and descriptions vary. Typically pedloil is portrayed as a dense, hydrocarbon-rich liquid with energy density and refining behavior broadly comparable to conventional crude oil, serving as a stand-in for energy economics in imagined settings.
Etymology and usage unfold differently across sources, but the name generally blends elements of “petro” and
In fictional contexts, pedloil may be produced from traditional hydrocarbon deposits or from unconventional sources, and
Refining and applications within stories depict pedloil undergoing processes analogous to real-world refining to yield fuels,
See also: Petroleum, Fossil fuel, Synthetic fuel, Biofuel, Energy security, Climate policy.