"Fracking" -- a Natural Gas Drilling Method -- Poses Threat to Environment and Human Health
Interview with Allison Fisher, director of outreach at Public Citizen's Energy Program, conducted by Melinda Tuhus
Hydraulic fracturing or "fracking," a relatively new way to access natural gas locked in shale formations located deep underground has led to increased drilling in many states around the country. One area is the marcellus shale formation in Pennsylvania, which extends to most of West Virginia and parts of New York state near New York City. One gas company executive claimed on a recent 60 Minutes segment that the U.S. holds natural gas deposits the equivalent of two Saudi Arabias worth of oil. Natural gas is considered by many as a bridge fuel to cleaner energy, because it emits much less carbon dioxide than coal or oil. Story continues
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