EPA Finds Fracking Study Optimistic Top officials at the EPA find the fracking study optimistic about the future. The nationwide project examined natural gas hydraulic fracturing and potential drinking water impacts. According to the Huffington Post, the study will help scientists and the public identify the key issue to focus on. Glenn Paulson, the EPA’s [...]
New emission rule from the E.P.A
New emission rule from the E.P.A – Recently built power plants fired by natural gas easily meet the new standards of the new greenhouse gas emission rule – The rule to control greenhouse gas emissions from new power plants could go end up closing down the old-fashion coal-burning power generation, according to the New York [...]
Budget proposal for fracking research
Budget proposal for fracking research – The controversy over fracking and the environment is a leading discussion topic for political candidate. Obama proposed that the FY 2012 budget allocate $14 million toward fracking research. The budget will include a dedicated study involving the impact of hydraulic fracturing, including air quality and effects fracking might have [...]
EPA reports fracking can be “OK”
EPA reports fracking can be “OK” – Lisa Jackson, EPA administrator reports that fracking can be “ok.” Jackson told energy leaders and environmentalists Wednesday that natural gas fracking can be done without harmful impacts. Jackson, also stated that fracking presents “an historic opportunity” for the energy industry in the United States in terms of energy [...]
Debate, hydraulic fracturing causes contaminated water, the EPA to get to the bottom of the issue
Debate, hydraulic fracturing causes contaminated water, the EPA to get to the bottom of the issue – The EPA had been reviewing data provided by three sources, Dimock residence, Cabot Oil and Gas, and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. After finally completing the review, the EPA decided to deliver temporary drinking water to the [...]
What part does the EPA play in hydraulic fracturing
What part does the EPA play in hydraulic fracturing – The small town of Dimock, Pennsylvania has caused a national debate about the role of the EPA and hydraulic fracturing. Dimock residences, a community of about 1,368 with one blinking traffic light, are left confused and with questions – Is our water safe and is [...]