The New Year brings a renewed focus on scientific issues concerning the potential impact of hydraulic fracturing on the environment. These scientific developments may soon support or accelerate environmental and toxic tort litigation concerning hydraulic fracturing in Texas and other jurisdictions.
Of particular note, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is pressing forward with its multi-year “Study of the Potential Impacts of Hydraulic Fracturing on Drinking Water Resources.” The draft assessment report from this study was scheduled for release in December 2014. The EPA did not meet that schedule, but the report is now widely expected to be released soon.
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