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Santos’ csg game shattered by a U-bomb

Posted on March 12, 2014 by groundswellbasscoast

As expected by many, here’s news about csg contamination of aquifer.  The worry is not about carcinogenic tracking chemicals but the dreaded U, 20 times more concentrated than limit, all but drowning out heavy metals as well. Financial analysis shows Santos performance lagging … Continue reading →

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Fracking Is Already Straining U.S. Water Supplies

Posted on June 17, 2013 by groundswellbasscoast

…worries are also growing about fracking’s effect on water supply, as the water-intensive process stirs competition for the resources already stretched thin by drought or other factors. Every fracking job requires 2 million to 4 million gallons of water, according … Continue reading →

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