Gas pains: Probe, study target fracturing technique

 
The Oklahoman Editorial
Published: February 23, 2010

The tag team that tried to bring you cap and trade is targeting hydraulic fracturing, a vital technology for ensuring a reliable supply of natural gas.

U.S. Reps. Henry Waxman, D-Calif. , and Edward Markey, D-Mass ., are investigating fracturing for its alleged environmental effects. Both support greater use of energy other than imported oil; both realize the environmental benefits of natural gas relative to coal. Ye...


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