Hydraulic fracturing in progress. Photo source: ©© Joshua Doubek
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Since the rise in the use of hydraulic fracturing of shale to produce natural gas and oil, many have debated the merits and detractions of the practice. Scientists outline how toxicological sciences can be used to determine what risks may, or may not, be associated with fracking…
Read Full Article, Science Daily
EPA Eyeing Federal Rules On Fracking Fluid Disclosure
The Environmental Protection Agency is requesting public comments on how it might go about “enhancing transparency for chemicals and mixtures used in hydraulic fracturing…”
On Fracking Front, A Push To Reduce Leaks of Methane, Yale E 360
Scientists, engineers, and government regulators are increasingly turning their attention to solving one of the chief environmental problems associated with fracking for natural gas and oil – significant leaks of methane, a potent greenhouse gas…
California City Becomes First To Vote To Ban Fracking, EcoWatch
