National Public Radio: From the standpoint of global warming, burning natural gas can be better than burning coal, a study published this week suggests.
This is a contentious issue among people who are opposed to the natural gas drilling practice known as fracking. That technique involves injecting water, sand and chemicals into wells to release far more gas than conventional drilling can. Opponents of fracking have been concerned not only about local environmental issues, but also about the potential for methane leaks......
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Study: Natural Gas May Be Easier On Climate Than Coal
Posted by Washington Post: Juliet Eilperin on September 16th, 2013
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