Fracking: the simple test for whether it should happen in the UK

Fracking in the UK has a difficult history – economic theory suggests that whether fracking should occur is a simple case of consent and compensation.

Renaud Foucart, Senior Lecturer in Economics, Lancaster University Management School, Lancaster University • conversation
Oct. 4, 2022 • ~6 min

Why fracking holds such symbolic power for the Conservative right

Fracking resonates with anxieties over deindustrialisation and decarbonisation.

Laurence Williams, Research Fellow in Environmental Politics, University of Sussex • conversation
Sept. 27, 2022 • ~7 min

Fracking: if Liz Truss wants a major shale gas industry, she is 280 million years late

Britain was once sat on huge gas reserves, but most of it leaked away long ago.

Stuart Haszeldine, Professor of Geology, The University of Edinburgh • conversation
Sept. 15, 2022 • ~6 min

What Liz Truss's government means for climate action

Liz Truss has appointed a loyal cabinet with varied environmental credentials. What will this mean for UK climate action?

Matthew Paterson, Professor of International Politics, University of Manchester • conversation
Sept. 9, 2022 • ~6 min

Fracking review suggests UK has softened precautionary principle since leaving EU – here's why it matters

Despite banning fracking in 2019, the UK government recently decided to review its safety.

Rosalind Malcolm, Professor of Law, Director of Environmental Regulatory Research Group (ERRG), University of Surrey • conversation
May 5, 2022 • ~7 min

Fracking and poorer surface water quality link established – new research

New research shows how fracking could pose a threat to surface water quality, with consequences for human and environmental health.

Pietro Bonetti, Assistant Professor of Accounting and Control, IESE Business School (Universidad de Navarra) • conversation
Aug. 27, 2021 • ~6 min

'Indian Country' is excited about the first Native American secretary of the interior – and the promise she has for addressing issues of importance to all Americans

If confirmed, US Rep. Deb Haaland of New Mexico would be the first Native American to run the agency that interacts with tribal nations. But her agenda extends far beyond Indian Country.

Traci Morris, Executive Director, American Indian Policy Institute, Arizona State University • conversation
Feb. 16, 2021 • ~11 min

Fracking takes a toll on mental health as drilling and truck traffic rattle neighborhoods

Living near oil and gas production can affect mental health, driving stress and feelings of depression.

Stephanie Malin, Associate Professor of Sociology; Co-Founder and Steering Committee Member, Center for Environmental Justice at CSU, Colorado State University • conversation
Oct. 22, 2020 • ~8 min

When fracking moves into the neighborhood, mental health risks rise

Living near oil and gas production can affect mental health, driving stress and feelings of depression.

Stephanie Malin, Associate Professor of Sociology; Co-Founder and Steering Committee Member, Center for Environmental Justice at CSU, Colorado State University • conversation
Oct. 22, 2020 • ~8 min

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