Hydraulic fracturing is a large and growing controversy affecting communities all around North America. But what is hydraulic fracturing exactly? Is it necessary? Who does it benefit? Who does it hurt? This site strives to provide balanced information on this relatively new technique. Background Information
What is natural gas? How is it different from other energy sources? What is fracturing? Find out here.
Research
Research relating to the process of hydraulic fracturing and how this process relates to other scientific areas.
Timeline
Investigate the significant events of the controversy.
Extent of the Debate
Who does fracking affect and how?
Critical Actors
Who plays a major role in the fracking controversy?
Multiform Documentation
What evidence of the debate shows up in mainstream media?
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