Legislation & Politics

Explore our site’s various articles and maps about oil and gas legislation and regulation.

May 13, 2022

A hazardous byproduct of oil & gas operations, called “brine," poses a problem because of its radioactivity and the volumes produced.

May 6, 2022

Pennsylvania’s environmental justice policy is an important tool for protecting marginalized communities from harm - but it needs your input!

April 20, 2022

This story map explores how the West's failure to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy is funding Russia's invasion of Ukraine

March 30, 2022

Varying across municipalities, mine permitting in Michigan can bring very serious consequences. This is the second of a two-part series.

$Sylvanian Minerals frac sand mine in South Rockwood, Michigan.$

January 24, 2022

This guest article outlines the role of local government in determining Michigan's frac sand permitting and explores how decisions can vary.

November 10, 2021

Though a 2018 legal win resulted in a statewide ban on the practice, unauthorized brine spreading in PA continues. Guest post by Fair Shake.