hydraulic fracturing

A pharmacologist and a veterinarian examine the harmful effects of hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," on people, pets and livestock, and the environment. Includes information on how fracking pollutes the air, water, and food supply.

Discusses the pros and cons of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, a process to extract natural gas from shale deposits, with focus on the environmental effects of the process. Includes fact boxes, a glossary, and a list of further resources.

Presents clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination about fracking that is selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publication.

A collection of essays presenting a range of viewpoints on fracking, the use of hydrolic fracturing to collect natural gas from shale rock.

An overview of the shale gas industry in the Marcellus region in northeastern United States; discussing extraction by means of fracking, and the ramifications for environmental policy, energy markets, politics, and the lives of the area's residents.

Examines how hydrofracking works, how it used today, and the controversy surrounding it.