EPA fracking investigation in Wyoming revisited after objections
In December 2011, Ars reported on a major EPA study in Pavillion, Wyoming that concluded hydraulic fracking operations there had contaminated the groundwater aquifer. While there wasn’t a clear link to contamination detected in some shallow private water wells, EPA...Researchers Find Cancer Risks Double When Two Carcinogens Present at ‘Safe’ Levels
A new research conducted by Texas Tech University scientists has found that low doses of both estrogen and arsenic together – even at levels low enough to be considered “safe” for humans if they were on their own – can cause cancer in prostate cells. Kamaleshwar...Experts: Drillers must coordinate to prevent sprawl
Researchers said better planning among drillers, with government and citizen involvement, are key to realizing a lot of the best recommendations. Collaboration can put multiple pipelines into one right-of-way and ensure drilling happens at times when vegetation is...Whiff of Phenol Spells Trouble
Phenol, a deadly chemical used in Aristech Chemical Corp.’s process of drilling, is known to cause internal burns, muscle spasms and organ failure. Environmental regulators suspect that the chemical is somehow drifting upward in one the of company’s sites. If...Follow Us
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Environment – Pittsburgh Post Gazette
- Polar vortex sets its sights on Texas and neighboring states, with snow expected January 8, 2025
- Hollywood Hills fire breaks out as deadly wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area January 8, 2025
- California governor says Pacific Palisades wildfire has destroyed many structures as winds kick up January 8, 2025
- Strong earthquake kills at least 126 people in western China near Mount Everest January 7, 2025