Fracking FAQs

(Friends of the Earth)

Answers to frequently asked questions on fracking. See full FAQs (PDF).

Fracking: Legal FAQs

(Friends of the Earth)

Answers to frequently asked questions about the legal aspects of fracking.

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Unconventional, unnecessary and unwanted: why fracking for shale gas is a gamble the UK shouldn't take

(Friends of the Earth)

This is a short summary of the main facts about fracking for shale gas. It outlines the risks involved and explains why this is not the solution to the UK's energy problems.

See summary

Unconventional, unnecessary and unwanted: why fracking for shale gas is a gamble the UK shouldn't take

(Friends of the Earth)

This note outlines the main facts about fracking for shale gas. It explains why it will not cut our energy bills, tackle climate change or boost the economy, but will bring a whole lot of risks.

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Submission to the National Assembly for Wales on unconventional gas

(Friends of the Earth Cymru)

Friends of the Earth submitted this document to the Welsh Government's Environment and Sustainability Committee to ask for a moratorium on the exploration and exploitation of unconventional gas.

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Submission to the National Assembly for Wales on shale gas and gasification

(Friends of the Earth Cymru)

Friends of the Earth sent this document to the Welsh Government's Environment and Sustainability Committee to explain the dangers of shale gas and gasification, and to make recommendations about next steps.

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Submission to the Petitions Committee of the National Assembly for Wales

(Friends of the Earth Cymru)

This submission follows the Welsh Government's Response to the Fracking Petition. It explains why the Government's response is inadequate and why further evidence is needed.

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Campaigning on fracking - a guide for beginners

(Friends of the Earth)

This guide includes ideas on how to start a fracking campaign in your local area. There are links to detailed briefings on fracking, background reading and useful contacts.

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MP briefing - shale gas and fracking

(Friends of the Earth)

A briefing for MPs outlining the why shale gas and fracking are not the answer to the UK's energy problems.

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Fracking...coming to a field near you?

(Friends of the Earth, Ribble Estuary Against Fracking, Residents Action on Fylde Fracking)

This A5 flyer provides background information on fracking for shale gas, the risks and what we can do to prevent it in the UK.

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