Has Fracking Contaminated Groundwater?

Has Fracking Contaminated Groundwater?

In fact, scientists and researchers from over two-dozen governmental organizations, universities, and nonprofits confirm that fracking does not contaminate groundwater.

Does fracking really contaminate water?

Fracking can contaminate water supplies if it is not done properly, because the fracking fluid injected into rock to enable gas to be released often contains chemicals.

How does fracking affect groundwater?

Fracking Wastewater and Pathways to Pollution

There are many pathways to pollution from fracking. After the well is fracked and starts producing oil and gas, much of the fracking fluid remains underground where it could potentially contaminate groundwater if fractures connect to aquifer systems.

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