China's Energy Security Dilemma: Crude Oil Outpaces Natural Gas in Supply Stability
Energy supply security is crucial for countries, and a tool called Ecological Network Analysis (ENA) can help evaluate it. In China, the supply security of crude oil is higher than that of natural gas. The crude oil supply system is more developed and mature in various aspects. To improve energy security, suggestions include increasing domestic energy production, controlling consumption, diversifying supply sources, and enhancing strategic reserves. ENA can be a useful tool for evaluating and enhancing energy supply security for countries worldwide.