https://www.frackcheckwv.net/2012/09/28/post-carbon-institute-can-fracking-bring-energy-independence/ Just another WordPress site Wed, 14 Feb 2024 02:06:39 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 https://www.frackcheckwv.net/2012/09/28/post-carbon-institute-can-fracking-bring-energy-independence/#comment-12101 Jerome Silvers Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:23:23 +0000 http://www.frackcheckwv.net/?p=6268#comment-12101 Shale gas refers to natural gas that is trapped within shale formations. Shales are fine-grained sedimentary rocks that can be rich sources of petroleum and natural gas. The production of natural gas from shale formations has rejuvenated the natural gas industry in the United States. The implications for US energy policy and environmental protection are still evolving. Political decisions are an impediment to progress on both the state and federal levels. Both informed leaders and an informed public are the prerequisites for rational policies at all levels of regulation. Shale gas refers to natural gas that is trapped within shale formations. Shales are fine-grained sedimentary rocks that can be rich sources of petroleum and natural gas. The production of natural gas from shale formations has rejuvenated the natural gas industry in the United States. The implications for US energy policy and environmental protection are still evolving. Political decisions are an impediment to progress on both the state and federal levels. Both informed leaders and an informed public are the prerequisites for rational policies at all levels of regulation.

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