The Human And Environmental Impact Of Fracking: How Fracturing Shale For Gas Affects Us And Our World (Public Health Issues And Developments)

Overview: Fracking for gas trapped in shale could be a game changer in the quest to find alternatives to dirty fossil fuels, but it also has potential for harm. This book provides "one-stop shopping" for everyone who wants to know more about the issues. Offers a comprehensive, impartial understanding of unconventional natural gas development from many different perspectives by experts in the field. -- Draws from the findings of the most up-to-date research and discusses areas where scientific findings are yet unclear. -- Addresses fracking's potential effects on humans, animals, and environmental factors including air quality, water quality, and climate change. -- Explains the economic, legal, regulatory, and ethical issues surrounding fracking. -- Examines social and community issues and the industry perspective. 9781440832598 1440832595 0 Science NOT_MATURE http://books.google.com/books/content?id=ZtHCEAAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&img=1&zoom=5&source=gbs_api en

• • Author: Madelon L. Finkel
• • Publisher: Praeger
• • Publication Date: Mar 24, 2015
• • Number of Pages: 272 pages
• • Language: English
• • Binding: Hardcover
• • ISBN-10: 1440832595
• • ISBN-13: 9781440832598