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Mapping Energy Systems Impacted by the Russia-Ukraine War
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This story map explores how the West's failure to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is funding Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Dimock residents working to protect water from a new threat: fracking waste
Sen. Muth and Dimock, PA residents are fighting a permitted Eureka Resource Susquehanna facility that puts their water at risk.
Victoria’s Story
The story of Victoria Switzer, a Dimock resident who is leading the charge to protect Burdick Creek and Dimock from toxic fracking waste.
Implications of a 3,200-foot Setback in California
California is the only major oil state without a health and safety setback from fossil fuel activity. This article explores what a setback in California means for its people and environment.
Permitting Aggregate Mines in Michigan Poses Very Serious Consequences
Varying across municipalities, mine permitting in Michigan can bring very serious consequences. This is the second of a two-part series.
A Guide to Petrochemicals, the Fossil Fuel Blindspot
A complete guide to the social, environmental, and economic risks associated with the petrochemical industry in the United States
New Trends in Drilling Permit Approvals Take Shape in CA
FracTracker's recent analysis finds that California's drilling permit approvals have slowed since last October, but not across the board. This trend only applies to permits for new drilling and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) wells.
Oil and Gas Drilling in California Legislative Districts
FracTracker has been working with grassroots organizations to inform legislators and locals about oil and gas extraction in their districts, including maps and tables of the infrastructure in their areas.
FracTracker Alliance Names Shannon Smith as Executive Director
FracTracker Alliance names Shannon Smith as Executive Director. Shannon has been with FracTracker since May 2019, initially in the role of Manager of Communications & Development, and more recently as Interim Executive Director.
Ten Things I learned from Taking Break Free From Plastic’s Toxic Tours
FracTracker's Erica Jackson outlines ten things she learned in Break Free From Plastic's virtual Toxic Tours.
New Report: Fracking with “Forever Chemicals” in Colorado
A report by PSR provides evidence that oil and gas companies have been using dangerous PFAS "forever chemicals" in CO wells.
Permitting Aggregate Mines under Michigan’s Zoning Enabling Act
This guest article outlines the role of local government in determining Michigan's frac sand permitting and explores how decisions can vary.