LAWS 310 THE LEGAL ENVIRONMENT Hydraulic Fracturing (4 Pages 1184 Words)

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What is Hydraulic Fracturing Enivromental Issues Water Contamination Management of Waste Water Air Quality Issues Fracking Chemicals State and Federal Laws Federal Regulations State Regulations U.S. Energy Needs Conclusion Referrence Page Hydraulic Fracturing What is hydraulic fracturing or fracking, and is it safe for our environment? What types of environmental issues are there with fracking? Are the laws in place for fracking good enough or should they be stronger? How much energy does the United States need for the future and is hydraulic fracturing the answer? These are all good questions that deserve good answers. Simply put hydraulic fracturing is taking a lot of water...