Press release
Rush for shale gas makes no sense in fight against climate change
24 May 2011
Commenting on yesterday's report by MPs giving UK shale gas extraction the green light, Friends of the Earth's Policy and Campaigns Director Craig Bennett said:
"A rush for shale gas makes no sense - even this report admits it won't help us fight climate change fast enough or dramatically improve the UK's energy security and cut gas prices.
"And although shale gas is a cleaner fuel than coal, many reports show extracting it poses a risk of groundwater pollution.
"Instead of seeing shale gas as a miracle fix, the Government should focus on developing the clean, safe energy alternatives at our fingertips like solar power and wind."
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Notes to editors
- The recommendation is made by MPs in the Energy and Climate Change Committee 'Shale Gas' report.
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Last modified: May 2011
