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Oil Fracking Could Help Save The Environment


Published on 2024-12-15 02:40:48 - MSN
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  • Fracking, one of the major sources of oil in the US, is a dirty business. Fracking fluids create contaminants. The fracking process releases methane. The equipment used makes soot. Fragments from the process can harm birds.

The article from MSN discusses how oil fracking, traditionally viewed as environmentally harmful, could potentially aid in environmental conservation. It highlights that fracking has led to a significant increase in natural gas production, which is less carbon-intensive than coal. This shift has contributed to a reduction in U.S. carbon emissions by replacing coal in electricity generation. Moreover, the article points out that innovations in fracking technology have made it possible to extract oil and gas from previously inaccessible reserves, reducing the need for more invasive drilling methods. However, it also acknowledges the environmental concerns associated with fracking, such as water contamination and induced seismicity, but suggests that with proper regulation and technological advancements, fracking could play a role in transitioning to a cleaner energy future by providing a bridge fuel until renewable energy sources become more viable.

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