Oil may produce wealth for some, but it can also lead to competition and conflict.

In what ways are these conflicts similar or different?
Who are the winners and losers?

Now you have read about some of the conflicts connected to oil around the world, think about these two statements:

1. Corporations should not operate in countries where human rights abuses are taking place, or where money from oil is used to ruin lives.

2. Local people are right to use violence against the oil industry.

How much do you agree with these statements on a scale of 1-10? Compare your views with others... do they agree with you?

Transnational oil corporations have their own responses to some of these issues. Find out what they have to say by visiting these websites: