🎧 Audio
📖 Script
Chevron has announced the continuation of its major gas project in Australia, which is expected to have significant economic impacts both locally and internationally. The project, known as the Gorgon stage 3 backfill development, will involve a $3 billion investment. This development aims to connect gas fields in the Greater Gorgon Area to the existing infrastructure on Barrow Island. The Gorgon Project is one of the world’s largest natural gas projects and is located off the northwest coast of Western Australia.
The Gorgon Project has been crucial in providing energy to Australia and other countries. By expanding the project with this new development, Chevron aims to ensure a stable supply of natural gas for years to come. The gas fields in the Greater Gorgon Area are rich in resources, and connecting them to the infrastructure on Barrow Island will enable efficient transport and processing of the gas.
The decision to invest further in the Gorgon Project comes at a time when global demand for natural gas is increasing. Many countries are looking for cleaner energy sources, and natural gas is considered a more environmentally friendly option compared to coal and oil. By expanding the Gorgon Project, Chevron is positioning itself to meet this rising demand and contribute to global energy needs.
The economic impact of this project is expected to be substantial. It will create jobs in the region, boosting the local economy. Additionally, the project will generate revenue through exports, contributing to the Australian economy. The expansion also reflects the strategic importance of the Gorgon Project in Chevron’s portfolio, highlighting its commitment to long-term energy solutions.
Overall, the Gorgon stage 3 backfill development is a significant investment in the future of energy. It not only enhances Chevron’s capacity to supply natural gas but also supports global efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources. This development will play a key role in shaping the energy landscape in the coming years.
📝 Vocabulary
- infrastructure: the basic physical systems of a business or nation
例文: “The city needs to improve its infrastructure to support the growing population.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- improve infrastructure
- build infrastructure
- maintain infrastructure
インフラ、基盤設備 - investment: the action or process of investing money for profit
例文: “They made a large investment in the new technology.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- make an investment
- attract investment
- foreign investment
投資 - demand: the desire of consumers to purchase goods and services
例文: “There is a high demand for electric cars.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- increase demand
- meet demand
- consumer demand
需要 - revenue: income generated from business activities
例文: “The company’s revenue increased by 20% last year.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- generate revenue
- increase revenue
- revenue growth
収益 - portfolio: a range of investments held by a person or organization
例文: “The investor has a diverse portfolio to minimize risk.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- investment portfolio
- diverse portfolio
- portfolio management
ポートフォリオ、資産構成
✏️ Grammar Point
Future Perfect Tense – “By expanding the project with this new development, Chevron aims to ensure a stable supply of natural gas for years to come.”
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💡 使用場面
未来完了形は、計画やビジネスの目標を説明する際に使われます。特定の期限までに完了する行動を強調します。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: Chevron’s Gorgon Project is located on Barrow Island.
- MCQ: What is the main goal of the Gorgon stage 3 backfill development?
a) To replace the existing infrastructure
b) To connect gas fields to Barrow Island
c) To create more jobs in Western Australia
d) To reduce the cost of natural gas - MCQ: Why is Chevron expanding the Gorgon Project now?
a) To compete with other energy companies
b) To increase the price of natural gas
c) To meet the growing global demand for natural gas
d) To invest in renewable energy sources
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- True
- b) To connect gas fields to Barrow Island
- c) To meet the growing global demand for natural gas
📚 Reading Questions
- What is the purpose of the Gorgon stage 3 backfill development?
- Why is natural gas considered a more environmentally friendly option?
- What does the word “portfolio” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- To connect gas fields in the Greater Gorgon Area to existing infrastructure
- Because it is cleaner compared to coal and oil
- A range of investments held by a person or organization
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
シェブロン社はオーストラリアにおける大規模ガスプロジェクトを拡大することを発表しました。このプロジェクトは世界最大級の天然ガスプロジェクトの一つであり、オーストラリア北西海岸に位置しています。今回の投資は30億ドルで、これにより地元経済が活性化し、雇用が生まれ、オーストラリア経済にも貢献することが期待されています。国際的には、天然ガスの需要が増加しており、シェブロンのこの動きはその需要を満たすための戦略的な一歩といえます。将来的には、よりクリーンなエネルギーへの移行において重要な役割を果たすでしょう。
