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First fracking operation in seven years set to begin despite low public support

Report was with ministers in 2015 but only published three years later, days after a key fracking permit was awarded

Energy minister issues first permit since new regulatory regime introduced

‘There’s no room for any new long-term fossil fuel developments,’ climate scientists say

Shale gas not covered in by existing water regulations in ‘glaring omission’, Labor’s environment spokesman says

The NT government has lifted its fracking moratorium despite fierce opposition, reflecting the war of attrition being waged by gas companies

Energy firm obtains expanded injunction ahead of plans to begin large-scale fracking at Preston New Road site

The Trump Administration has announced a proposal to sell 4,200 acres of public, protected land in northern Arizona for oil and gas development. The area in question crosses the Little Colorado River and is located only three...

Guest commentary by David Middleton How American Science Made Government Regulations On Emissions Unnecessary By Hank Campbell — May 18, 2018 In 2009 the U.S. government attended the United Nations Climate Change Conference...

‘Exploratory drilling will be as easy as building a garden wall or conservatory’ – Greenpeace

The United Kingdom's government has come under fire from fracking opponents after releasing measures that could fast-track shale gas projects. Under these measures, explorers could drill test sites without first applying...

‘Exploratory drilling will be as easy as building a garden wall or conservatory’ – Greenpeace

A recent study adds to concerns over hydraulic fracturing by revealing links between exposure to fracking chemicals and damage to the immune systems of mice in utero...

Researchers analysed data from November quake and found main shock occurred near fracking site

An earthquake that struck South Korea in 2017 was caused by a geothermal energy project that injected water underground – and risk assessments missed it