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States Take National Lead in Regulating Fracking (Op-Ed)
By Chris Busch, Veery Maxwell, Technology LLC published
States are coming up with innovative ways to allow fracking while still protecting their communities.
Americans Deserve a Better Fracking Debate (Op-Ed)
By Gretchen Goldman published
The fracking debate needs to be based on sound science and shared information.
Fracking Wastewater Radioactive and Contaminated, Study Finds
By Douglas Main published
In the stream below a plant that treats wastewater from fracking, scientists found large amounts of metals and salts, and elevated levels of radioactivity.
Arctic Drilling Risks Threaten Inupiat Traditions (Op-Ed)
By Frances Beinecke published
Drilling risks in the arctic threaten both people and wildlife.
New Drilling Rules Reflect Old Problems (Op-Ed)
By Briana Mordick published
Can revised rules on drilling be revised again to better protect the environment and public health?
Arkansans Still Suffering Effects from Seeping Oil Months After Mayflower Spill (Op-Ed)
By Rocky Kistner published
Ongoing health problems in Mayflower, Ark., suggest the oil spill cleanup was not complete.
Fracking is Draining Local Communities (Op-Ed)
By Frances Beinecke published
For those living near fracking operations, the benefits do not outweigh the costs.
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