water contamination

Shale gas extraction linked to water contamination

A new study suggests shale gas extraction leads to methane contamination of underground water sources and calls for thorough surveys of methane levels at extraction sites. The study presents a timely insight into a relatively under-researched area of science that will help support decisions on the future of shale gas exploration.





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Good news for fracking: groundwater contamination mechanism found

The bigger question: why is the industry playing into the hands of the anti-fracking activists?




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Soil and water contamination / Marcel van der Perk

Perk, Marcel van der, author