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Duke University's "Geochemical evidence for possible natural migration of Marcellus Formation brine to shallow aquifers in Pennsylvania":
"Geochemical evidence for possible natural migration of Marcellus Formation brine to shallow aquifers in Pennsylvania" (National Academy of Sciences)- http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2012/07/03/1121181109 (Download here- http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2012/07/03/1121181109.full.pdf?with-ds=yes#page=1&view=FitH )
"Marcellus Brine Migration Likely Natural, Not Man-Made: "...Durham, NC - A Duke University study of well water in northeastern Pennsylvania suggests that naturally occurring pathways could have allowed salts and gases from the Marcellus shale formation deep underground to migrate up into shallow drinking water aquifers. The study found elevated levels of salinity with similar geochemistry to deep Marcellus brine in drinking water samples from three groundwater aquifers, but no direct links between the salinity and shale gas exploration in the region. "This is a good news-bad news kind of finding," said Avner Vengosh, professor of geochemistry and water quality at Duke's Nicholas School of the Environment..." " (Duke Today)- http://today.duke.edu/2012/07/marcellus
"Another Fracking Study, Another Set of Confusing Headlines: "...Because the research, conducted by Duke University scientists, connects fracking to natural mineral seepage -- not mining chemicals -- it doesn't do much to conclude definitively whether the process per se pollutes drinking water supplies. Judging from the headlines, however, it would seem as if this study did make a case either for or against fracking's dangers -- with some media organizations flipping a (****) and other media organizations voicing nonchalance..." " (Village Voice Blog)- http://blogs.villagevoice.com/runninscared/2012/07/another_frackin.php
"New Study: Fluids From Marcellus Shale Likely Seeping Into PA Drinking Water" (ProPublica)- http://www.propublica.org/article/new-study-fluids-from-marcellus-shale-likely-seeping-into-pa-drinking-water
"Fracking Did Not Sully Aquifers, Limited Study Finds: "...A new study enters the debate over the safety of hydraulic fracturing: researchers report that naturally occurring paths in the rock bed in northeastern Pennsylvania allowed some contaminants to migrate into shallow drinking aquifers. They found no direct connection between the contamination and shale-gas drilling operations in the region, however. “The good news is there is no direct link between this finding with saline water and shell gas extraction,” said Avner Vengosh, a geochemist at Duke University and a co-author of the report, published on Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. “The bad news is that we think there are natural pathways that exist between the Marcellus formation and the shallow groundwater.”..." " (New York Times Green Blog)- http://green.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/07/09/fracking-did-not-sully-aquifers-limited-study-finds/
"New research shows no Marcellus Shale pollution: "...A paper published on Monday by Duke University researchers found that gas drilling in northeastern Pennsylvania did not contaminate nearby drinking water wells with salty water, which is a byproduct of the drilling. "These results reinforce our earlier work showing no evidence of brine contamination from shale gas exploration," said Robert Jackson, director of Duke's Center on Global Change and a co-author of the paper, which appeared online in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The team evaluated 426 samples from groundwater aquifers in six counties."This research demonstrates that freshwater aquifers in northeastern Pennsylvania have not been impacted by natural gas development activities," said Kathryn Klaber, president of the Marcellus Shale Coalition..." " (Associated Press)- http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20120709/APN/1207090821 & http://www.stargazette.com/viewart/20120709/NEWS11/207090379/
"Water contamination from shale fracking may follow natural routes (Video): "...A new study published in the online early edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences on July 9, 2012, found no direct links between the increased salinity in shallow drinking water aquifers in well water sampled from northern Pennsylvania wells and shale gas exploration done through fracking (hydraulic fracturing) in the same regions of Pennsylvania..." " (Examiner)- http://www.examiner.com/article/water-contamination-from-shale-fracking-may-follow-natural-routes
"Pennsylvania Fracking Can Put Water at Risk, Study Finds" (Bloomberg News)- http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-07-09/pennsylvania-fracking-can-put-water-sources-at-risk-study-finds
"Underground paths boost risk of fracking pollution: study" (Agence France Presse)- http://www.france24.com/en/20120709-underground-paths-boost-risk-fracking-pollution-study
"Duke study suggests drilling fluid can seep up into water supplies" (Trib Total Media, Inc)- http://triblive.com/news/2176408-74/drilling-marcellus-shale-duke-according-fluid-academy-chemicals-contaminated-deep
"Confirmed: Fracking can pollute: "...But a new study, published in the formidable Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, upends that common-sense argument. It shows that fluids may have traveled from deep within Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale, one of the formations at the center of the gas boom, into shallow aquifers hundreds of feet above. These fluids aren’t products of fracking, but if they can travel up through layers of rocks, close to the surface, it means that fracking fluids could, too..." " (Salon)- http://www.salon.com/2012/07/09/confirmed_fracking_can_pollute/
"Study: Deep brine linked to groundwater: "...Geoscientist Terry Engelder of Penn State, who was not part of the study, calls the research, "a very valuable dataset, a very relevant piece of science." But he questions the PNAS study's suggestion of possible fracking activity contaminating deep brine layers seeps that ascend upward into the groundwater..." " (USAToday/GANNETT)- http://content.usatoday.com/communities/greenhouse/post/2012/07/study-deep-brine-linked-to-groundwater-in-fracking-country/1#.T_uZlYFSRP0
"Rising Shale Water Complicates Fracking Debate: "...But some Pennsylvanians say that polluted water may be seeping back up. They report a salty brine, sometimes laden with dangerous metals, in their water wells. Industry officials say no: The Marcellus layer is over a mile deep too deep for water to seep up through all that rock and get into water wells. Scientists from Duke University have published a paper that says that, in fact, water can rise up from the Marcellus layer..." " (Audio, National Public Radio)- http://www.npr.org/2012/07/09/156505748/rising-shale-water-complicates-fracking-debate
"Duke study finds possible pathways from Marcellus shale to drinking water aquifers in Pennsylvania : "...What was found in the groundwater is not hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, products. But what was found does leave the door open to fracking materials migrating upward to foul ground water, a possibility that is likely to trigger more debate on fracking..." " (Akron Beacon Journal)- http://www.ohio.com/news/local-news/duke-study-finds-possible-pathways-from-marcellus-shale-to-drinking-water-aquifers-in-pennsylvania-1.319181
NY, PA, NJ, OH & WV:
"Wells To Be Tested Near Acid Spill: "...The DEP has collected water samples from Towanda Creek upstream and downstream of where a tributary enters the creek. It says some of the acid was collected in a sedimentation pond, but the remainder flowed through a field and some reached that small tributary which leads to Towanda Creek. The DEP expects those results back in a few weeks..." " (Video, WBNG News) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.wbng.com/news/local/Wells-To-Be-Tested-Near-Acid-Spill-161839315.html
"Cuomo hints at support for fracking home rule: "...ALBANY -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday expressed support for "home rule" when it comes to natural-gas drilling, saying that a municipality’s support or opposition should factor into the decision-making process. In an interview on New York Public Radio, Cuomo addressed the issue because it has been the subject of two lawsuits and speculation as to whether local decision-making would play a role in whether drilling goes forward in a community..." " (GANNETT) (New York)- http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120709/NEWS11/120709004/
"New Pike gas line unfairly approved, says filing: "...Three environmental groups filed a request for a rehearing with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, requesting the agency rescind approval of Tennessee Gas Pipeline's entire Northeast Upgrade Project. Delaware Riverkeeper Network, New Jersey Sierra Club and the New Jersey Highlands Coalition are challenging the approval because they say FERC did not fulfill the requirements of the national environmental policy act, which requires that the full extent of environmental impacts, including cumulative impacts, be considered when making the required analysis of the adverse impacts weighed against public benefits. The key words there are "cumulative impacts."..." " (Ponoco Record)- http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120709/NEWS90/207090320/-1/NEWS
"FERC grants rehearing of pipeline decision: "...As protests by Cummins Hill residents continue, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission today granted a rehearing of its May 29 order, authorizing the controversial loop for the Tennessee Gas Pipeline Northeast Upgrade project. The Delaware Riverkeeper Network, New Jersey Sierra Club, and the New Jersey Highlands Coalition filed for the rehearing on June 28. The brief FERC notice reads as follows:.." " (The Pike County Courier)- http://pikecountycourier.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20120709/NEWS01/120709950/FERC-grants-rehearing-of-pipeline-decision--
"Tennessee Gas Pipeline seeks OK to withdraw water for tests: "...According to the draft docket supplied by the DRBC, the company is asking approval for the temporary withdrawal of up to 5.956 million gallons of water from two sources located on the Lackawaxen and Delaware Rivers. The allocation is requested to conduct horizontal directional drilling and hydrostatic testing associated with the pipeline upgrade. The project also approves the discharge of hydrostatic testing water in three locations to the land surface after completion of hydrostatic testing..." " (Northern Eagle) (Delaware River Basin)- http://www.neagle.com/topstories/x634674937/Tennessee-Gas-Pipeline-seeks-OK-to-withdraw-water-for-tests
"New York Fracking Moratorium Causes Drilling Company To Shut Off Gas In Avon, NY" (Associated Press) (New York)- http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/09/avon-ny-new-york-fracking-moratorium_n_1660166.html
"Hydrofracking Moritorium in Avon Causes Controversy: "...The owner of the natural gas company, Lenape Resources, disagrees with the local law. As a result to the moratorium, its owner plans to shut down its natural gas supply to the town..." " (Video, YNN) (New York)- http://rochester.ynn.com/content/top_stories/590968/hydrofracking-moritorium-in-avon-causes-controversy/
"Property owners, town need new gas supply after anti-fracking law shutters pipeline: "...A natural gas producer has responded to an anti-fracking law in Avon, Livingston County, by shutting its existing wells and pipeline in the town. The maneuver, which the producer said it is doing to comply with a town law passed in late June, will eliminate free natural gas supplies for a few property owners and force other customers — including the town government itself — to find a new supply. The company, Lenape Resources, also will cease paying royalties to the property owners on whose land the wells are located..." " (GANNETT) (New York)- http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/307090026 & http://www.theithacajournal.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090366/
"Gas-drilling battle heats up at local level (UPDATE): "...Over the weekend, the company sent a letter to landowners it had leased gas rights from. As part of that lease, the landowners received free natural gas from the company, as well as royalty payments. Because of the new moratorium, the company’s president wrote, the “free gas” would be shut off and all of their wells are being capped for the time being. sUPDATE: According to the Democrat and Chronicle’s Steve Orr, Lenape’s decision to shut off its wells and pipeline in Avon will also force the town government to find a new gas supply..." " (Jon Cambell/The Journal News) (New York)- http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2012/07/09/gas-drilling-battle-heats-up-at-local-level/ & http://polhudson.lohudblogs.com/2012/07/09/gas-drilling-battle-heats-up-at-local-level/
"Middle of the Road: "...Town of Barker, NY (WBNG Binghamton) The Town of Barker expects increased traffic on its roads, although whether that comes in the form of heavy trucks used in the hydraulic fracturing process, remains to be seen. But, the rural Broome County community wants to be prepared either way..." " (Video, WBNG News) (New York)- http://www.wbng.com/news/local/Town-of-Barton-161876435.html
"More Moratorium Debate: "...Town of Plymouth, NY (WBNG Binghamton) The debate over whether to impose a moratorium continues tonight, this time in the Town of Plymouth. Many neighbors voiced their views at tonight's town meeting on why they believe a moratorium should be put in place, and the many ways they believe gas drilling would be harmful to the town and its ecosystem. .." " (Video, WBNG News) (New York)- http://www.wbng.com/news/local/More-Moratorium-Debate-161876235.html
"Pa. locals retain rights over gas drilling: "...Ohio state government's mantra on oil and gas regulation could be paraphrased as "Columbus knows best" but the powers of local governments to shape shale drilling in their jurisdiction has been a staple in Pennsylvania. In our neighboring commonwealth, we in Ohio have a contemporary example of what can happen if townships retained the ability to set rules on how drillers operated inside their boundaries. That local ability to direct oil and gas zoning in Pennsylvania was to be wiped from existence with the April enactment of Act 13, a comprehensive oil and gas law that mirrors Ohio's in its state-control philosophy. However, the enactment of Act 13 has been delayed as its powers have been legally challenged by a group of townships. Local control lives on in the interim. Under Ohio law, roads are about the only rulemaking territory left to the locals, but conditional use permitting in Pennsylvania allowed for more. Those powers have promoted the "good fences" axiom in some instances and have been just another ingredient to great inter-township strife in others..." " (GANNETT) (Pennsylvania & Ohio)- http://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090303/Local-control-lives-gas-drilling , http://www.portclintonnewsherald.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090312/Pa-locals-retain-rights-over-gas-drilling , http://www.thenews-messenger.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090310/ & http://www.lancastereaglegazette.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090303
"Three protesters arrested in Clearfield County at EQT natural-gas drilling site: "...Three people were arrested from among dozens of protesters who scattered tree limbs and other debris Sunday along the road leading to an EQT drilling site in Clearfield County, complicating the company's operations. Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry workers suspect that between 40 and 70 protesters arrived in Moshannon State Forest sometime between 4 and 8 a.m. Sunday, pulled downed trees and other scattered material from the forest and placed them in about 30 piles along road leading to the site of a nearby natural gas well, forest patrolman Jeremy Hamilton said..." " (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/local/region/three-protesters-arrested-in-cleafield-county-at-eqt-natural-gas-drilling-site-643947/ & http://old.post-gazette.com/pg/12191/1245358-455.stm
"Earth Firsters Block Fracking Operations in Pensylvannia Forest: "...The activists forced a 70-foot-tall drill rig to suspend operations for 12 hours by blocking all traffic in and out of the area. This is the first time protestors have managed to shut down a hydrofracking operation in the US. The direct action activists aim to halt further farther plunder of Pennsylvania’s state forests, over half of which have already been leased for drilling..." " (Earth Island Journal) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.earthisland.org/journal/index.php/elist/eListRead/earth_firsters_block_fracking_operations_in_pensylvannia_forest
"Activists Blockade Marcellus Shale EQT Site in Moshannon State Forest: "...Young said Earth First! has no immediate plans for further action but hopes the blockade was a significant disruption. Calls to EQT inquiring about a resumption of operations have not been returned..." " (Essential Public Radio) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.essentialpublicradio.org/story/2012-07-09/activists-blockade-marcellus-shale-eqt-site-moshannon-state-forest-11708
"Former Kingston Gas Works site poses ‘significant threat’ to public health, environment: "...KINGSTON – A report on the former Central Hudson Gas and Electric Kingston manufactured gas plant finds it poses “a significant threat to public health or the environment.” The report was submitted to the state by the utility and the Department of Environmental Conservation is recommending that the 1.7 acre site be cleaned up. The property, on North Street in Kingston, operated as a manufactured gas plant from the 1890s to 1958. It now operates as a natural gas regulator station and storage area for Central Hudson...." " (Statewide News Network, Inc.) (New York)- http://www.midhudsonnews.com/News/2012/July/09/King_gasworks_remed-09Jul12.html
"Fracking in NY -- Step on the gas or slam on the breaks? Health, environmental officials far apart on impacts: "...As shale gas policy in New York nears completion, key agencies are sending very different signals about the state's ability to handle impacts from high volume hydraulic fracturing. Leaders within the Mineral Resources Division of the DEC – the state’s permitting arm for mineral extraction -- continue to advocate shale gas development while downplaying its risks. A collection of county health officials, on the other hand, have issued a report warning of a lack of resources and knowledge to protect the public from dangers associated the kind of unconventional practices, including high volume hydraulic fracturing, necessary to produce gas from bedrock. They are calling for a comprehensive, independent report to assess and deal with health risks before the state begins issuing permits. Meanwhile, DEC officials are facing mounting criticism for sharing drafts of policy to oversee drilling operations with industry lawyers before making them public. Critics claim the industry unfairly used inside information from the DEC to lobby for changes to regulations prior to their public release. .." " (Shale Gas Review Blog) (New York)- http://tomwilber.blogspot.com/2012/07/fracking-in-ny-step-on-gas-or-slam-on.html
"Olmsted Parks Conservancy Honors Pro-Fracking Lawyer: "...According to a press release received this morning, former Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy board chair David J. Colligan is being honored at the 10th annual Frederick Law Olmsted (FLO) Gala on Friday, July 13..." " (Artvoice Daily Blog) (New York)- http://blogs.artvoice.com/avdaily/2012/07/09/olmsted-parks-conservancy-honors-pro-fracking-lawyer/
"State should give wind energy industry a boost/Don't let jobs go with wind: "...If the federal and state governments did not heavily subsidize the oil and gas industries directly and indirectly, there might be an argument for letting the wind energy credit die. But wind power's growth continues to reduce its costs relative to other forms of generation, especially when its environmental benefits are factored into the equation..." " (Opinion, Times-Shamrock Communications) (Pennsylvania)- http://thedailyreview.com/opinion/state-should-give-wind-energy-industry-a-boost-1.1340797 , http://thetimes-tribune.com/opinion/don-t-let-jobs-go-with-wind-1.1340705 & http://citizensvoice.com/opinion/don-t-let-jobs-go-with-wind-1.1340705
"State Police Chopper’s Relocation Could Leave Shale Area Underserved" (Audio, Essential Public Radio) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.essentialpublicradio.org/story/2012-07-09/state-police-chopper-s-relocation-could-leave-shale-area-underserved-11686
"Pennsylvania Republicans Protect Suburbs from Fracking, but Give Go-Ahead in Rural Counties: "...As it stands, however, the Republican majority in Harrisburg is on record as willing to expose rural Pennsylvanians to the effects of fracking, even as they urge studies of how the technology might harm the affluent Philadelphia suburbs..." " (AllGov) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.allgov.com/Controversies/ViewNews/Pennsylvania_Republicans_Protect_Suburbs_from_Fracking_but_Give_Go_Ahead_in_Rural_Counties_120709
"OPINION: Fracking and the future in northeast PA: "...As new land use tools are needed to manage the growth and development of fracking, study what has proven successful elsewhere to see what implications are best suited for the Pocono-Northeast and surrounding regions. These, and other actions may well be critical, especially the economics and environmental factors in coming years..." " (Opinion, The News Eagle) (Pennsylvania)- http://www.neagle.com/opinions/columnists/x634674926/OPINION-Fracking-and-the-future-in-northeast-PA
"Columbia Gas parent company announces $300 million Utica shale deal: "...A sister company of Columbia Gas of Ohio announced plans today for a joint venture in the Utica shale that will include pipelines and a processing plant. NiSource Inc.’s Midstream & Minerals Group has formed the venture with Hilcorp Energy Co. of Houston. The project’s first phase, with an estimated cost of $300 million, will begin this year in northeast Ohio and western Pennsylvania..." " (The Columbus Dispatch) (Pennsylvania & Ohio)- http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/business/2012/07/09/columbia-gas-parent-announces-$300M-shale-deal.html
"Deal to bring more gas pipelines, facilities to Western Pennsylvania: "...A new joint venture will add a gas pipeline and processing facilities in Western Pennsylvania and northeastern Ohio, Merrillville, Ind.-based NiSource Inc. announced Monday. NiSource’s Midstream & Minerals Group LLC is teaming with Hilcorp Energy Company, a Houston, Texas-based privately owned oil and gas exploration and development company. The partners will build new gathering pipelines and natural gas liquids processing facilities to support production in the Utica shale region. A $300 million first phase for 50 miles of 20-inch pipeline is planned this year..." " (Trib Total Media, Inc.) (Pennsylvania & Ohio)- http://triblive.com/news/2175744-74/nisource-gas-midstream-hilcorp-million-ohio-processing-facilities-pennsylvania-western
"Utica Shale Pipeline and Processing Plant: "...Indiana-based NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) has announced a joint venture with Texas' Hilcorp Energy Company to develop the Utica Shale in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Called Pennant Midstream, the joint venture will focus on building gathering pipeline infrastructure and processing facilities for natural gas liquids (NGLs)..." ' (Penn Energy) (Pennsylvania & Ohio)- http://markets.financialcontent.com/pennwell.ogj/news/read/21746617/utica_shale_pipeline_and_processing_plant
"Public Wants 'No Drilling' Promise from Park Board: "...The Mill Creek Park Board of Directors continues to be questioned by the public about whether they're in discussions to lease the park's mineral rights to oil and gas companies..." " (Video, WYTV) (Ohio)- http://www.wytv.com/content/news/local/story/Public-Wants-No-Drilling-Promise-from-Park-Board/KAOf7Or6V0yQdiOqYz0z7g.cspx
"Groups to protest national forest info session on drilling: "...Citizens interested in the issue of oil-and-gas drilling in the Wayne National Forest will have a chance to learn more about it at an "open house" scheduled for Wednesday evening. A group opposed to allowing more drilling on the national forest has announced it plans to hold a rally during the event, and has suggested the "open house" format is too restrictive of public dialogue, and should be opened up by including a true "public forum" segment...Agencies taking part will include the federal Bureau of Land Management, Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management, and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency, all of which are involved in managing oil and natural gas resources on the Wayne and regulating drilling. The open house will address various aspects of oil and natural gas development on Wayne National Forest lands in southeast Ohio. Topics will include the history of the industry; regulation and permitting; groundwater protection; and hydraulic fracturing. .." " (The Athens News) (Ohio)- http://www.athensnews.com/ohio/article-37274-groups-to-protest-national-forest-info-session-on-drilling.html
"Plan to attend national forest event on oil and gas leasing: "...Attention, southeast Ohio residents concerned about the Wayne National Forest (WNF) leasing public forest for industrial shale oil/gas operations without an Environmental Impact study (EIS). Please join us at the Wayne, Wednesday, July 11, from 3-6 p.m., during its "oil and natural gas development" open house. WNF, ODNR, OEPA and Bureau of Land Management will answer questions simultaneously at separate tables, preventing community members from hearing one another's questions and comments...Thousands of petitioners and hundreds of letter writers and attendees at meetings and rallies over the past eight months have pleaded with Wayne officials to do an EIS. .." " (Letter to editor, The Athens News) (Ohio)- http://www.athensnews.com/ohio/article-37266-plan-to-attend-national-forest-event-on-oil-and-gas-leasing.html
"New report looks at Ohio fracking disclosures: "...A new report says Ohio’s new disclosure laws -- touted by Gov. Kasich as some of the most open in the country -- are lacking when it comes to oil and gas drillers and the chemicals they use. But WKSU’s Kabir Bhatia reports that the industry says it needs some level of secrecy to maintain a competitive edge..." " (Audio, WKSU) (Ohio)- http://www.wksu.org/news/story/32334
"Concerns about waste water from drilling in Athens County: "...Environmental activists in Athens County say dangerous chemicals are being injected deep into the earth in the southwest region of the state. They’re worried that the same thing is happening at dozens of other wells, where waste water from oil and gas drilling is being pumped. Officials at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources say there’s nothing to worry about. Statehouse correspondent Bill Cohen reports. .." " (Audio, WCBE) (Ohio)- http://www.wcbe.org/post/concerns-about-waste-water-drilling-athens-county
"Study says state disclosure, oversight laws are inadequate" (Akron Beacon Journal Online)- http://www.ohio.com/blogs/drilling/ohio-utica-shale-1.291290/study-says-state-disclosure-oversight-laws-are-inadequate-1.319058
"Ohio Less Attractive to Oil and Gas Drillers: "...Tom Stewart with the Ohio Oil and Gas Association says it is proof that energy companies are hesitating to invest in Ohio due to uncertainty about taxes and regulations. The report says increased regulations within the past year to year-and-a-half have made it much more difficult to do business in the oil and gas industry. It also cited Gov. John Kasich's proposal to raise the severance tax to pay for an income tax cut for Ohioans as another hurdle to investing in Ohio. "The tax increase is based on an emerging Utica Shale play that has yet to be proven economic. The recent proposed tax increase and new regulations make investment in Ohio much less desirable," the report said..." " (WKKJ) (Ohio)- http://www.wkkj.com/pages/LocalNews.html?feed=106759&article=10253271
"Chesapeake Energy to Drill for More Natural Gas in Utica" (ValuWalk) (Ohio)- http://www.valuewalk.com/2012/07/chesapeake-energy-to-drill-for-more-natural-gas-in-utica/
"Democrats claim Mandel's oil and gas investments color his views on energy policy: "...Republican Senate hopeful Josh Mandel is an ardent supporter of natural gas drilling, frequently touting the potential of Ohio's Utica Shale to generate an economic boon for the Buckeye state. But exploration of that abundant natural resource also could be good for Mandel's personal finances. His family's financial portfolio included oil and gas investments worth at least $79,000 and as much as $310,000 in 2011, according to his most recent financial disclosure report. Mandel and his wife reported earning more than $5,000 in 2011 from those investments..." " (GANNETT) (Ohio)- http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090301/ & http://www.bucyrustelegraphforum.com/article/20120709/NEWS03/207090306/
"Portage County fracking foes join forces to fight drilling (with poll/map) : "...The group is calling attention to the potential dangers of the drilling process and of “fracking fluid” — the mix of water, sand and chemicals used by drilling companies to force and keep open the deep, horizontal well shafts. Concerned Citizens Ohio is holding a public meeting Wednesday in Hiram to explain how landowners and communities can be proactive in protecting their water sources...Fischer said she believes the grassroots, neighbor-to-neighbor efforts are having an impact. Compared to Chesapeake Energy and other drilling firms, fracking opponents are loosely organized and run on a shoestring of small donations. “It’s hard to counteract the ads that say ‘Oh, everything is fine, there’s nothing to worry about.’” Fisher said. “I hope that one thing that comes out of this is that people will realize to what extent the government should be protecting us and not protecting corporations. We form government for the people.”.." " (Record Publishing) (Ohio)- http://www.recordpub.com/news/article/5201899 & http://www.auroraadvocate.com/news/article/5202121
(Event) "Register online for natural gas trucks conference: "...PERRY TWP. — A how-to conference on natural-gas trucks sponsored by Young Truck Sales Inc. will be held Friday at the Executive Event Center, 5211 Tuscarawas St. W. The event will include presentations by representatives of Volvo Trucks, Freightliner, Cummins, Clean Energy, Clean Fuels Ohio and Chesapeake Energy. There also will be a question-and-answer period with community and industry experts, including Chuck Diehl of Smith Dairy, Kirt Conrad of SARTA and Perry Township Fire Chief Mark Abbott..." " (Canton Rep) (Ohio)- http://www.cantonrep.com/news/x1873088419/Register-online-for-natural-gas-trucks-conference
"Attorney Sues Over Gas Lease Deals: "...ST. CLAIRSVILLE - Rebecca Bench believes Hess Corp. and Mason Dixon Energy are not giving Belmont County landowners a fair deal at $100 per acre for oil and gas rights, so she wants to be able to renegotiate her contract. Bench, a practicing attorney in Belmont County, filed a lawsuit against both energy companies in the county's Court of Common Pleas on her own behalf for a contract that she and husband, Kevin Bench, signed with Mason Dixon in December 2008. She claims Mason Dixon had no authority to acquire leases in Ohio and knew that the land was worth far more than the amounts the company agreed to pay her and roughly 300 other property owners in 2008..." " (The Intelligencer / Wheeling News-Register) (West Virginia)- http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/571782/Attorney-Sues-Over-Gas-Lease-Deals.html
"Chesapeake drilling well for Oglebay Park gas: "...WHEELING, W.Va. -- Chesapeake Energy expects to complete a well to access natural gas underneath Oglebay Park in the fourth quarter of 2012. Spokeswoman Jacque Bland tells The Intelligencer and Wheeling News Register that the company hasn't determined when production will begin. It first must establish gathering and transmission lines. Once production begins, the city of Wheeling and the Wheeling Park Commission will split a 14 percent royalty. Chesapeake will use horizontal drilling to access the gas. No drilling equipment will be located on the surface of the Wheeling park's property..." " (Associated Press) (West Virginia)- http://wvgazette.com/News/201207090045 & http://www.dailymail.com/News/statenews/201207090043 (See also http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/571755/Oglebay-Gas-Gets-Closer--Chesapeake-Well-Ready-This-Year.html )
"Man wants W.Va. SC to weigh in on gas rights lawsuit : "...Cain, who originally filed his lawsuit in Marion Circuit Court, claims that defendant XTO Energy Inc. is making "unauthorized and unlawful use" of his private property by using its surface to extract natural gas from neighboring mineral tracts. In his suit, Cain admits to not owning the reserves under his 105 acres. However, he contends a 1907 deed didn't anticipate such disruption to the property's surface. XTO plans to use more than 30 acres..." " (West Virginia Record) (West Virginia)- http://www.wvrecord.com/news/245168-man-wants-w.va.-sc-to-weigh-in-on-gas-rights-lawsuit
"Salem signs lease with Chesapeake Energy" (Akron Beacon Journal Online) (Ohio)- http://www.ohio.com/blogs/drilling/ohio-utica-shale-1.291290/salem-signs-lease-with-chesapeake-energy-1.318912
"Gas firms say they can renew W.Va. lease on own: "...WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) - Chesapeake Appalachia says it had the legal right to unilaterally renew a lease that a Brooke County couple is opposing in federal court. Ramon and Lois Bowen claim they were duped into leasing their land for $50 per acre in 2007. They're suing Chesapeake, Pa.-based Range Resources and Texas-based Statoil USA Onshore Properties in U.S. District Court in Wheeling. The Bowens say that five years before the profit potential of the Marcellus shale gas reserves was common knowledge, they were persuaded to lease their land for far less than market value. But Chesapeake and Statoil want Judge John Preston Bailey to rule in their favor. In a response filed late last week, they argue the terms clearly give them the right to renew indefinitely - and without the Bowens' consent..." " (Associated Press) (West Virginia)- http://www.wvva.com/story/18982160/gas-firms-say-they-can-renew-wva-lease-on-own
"Gas Consulting Office Opens: "...STEUBENVILLE - Heightened oil and gas activity in eastern Ohio has brought a Cleveland-based accounting and consulting firm to the area. McManamon & Co. LLC has opened a regional office at 1518 Sunset Blvd. Executive Managing Director Tim McManamon, founding partner, said it was a logical move for the company..." " (The Intelligencer / Wheeling News-Register) (West Virginia)- http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/571768/Gas-Consulting-Office-Opens.html
United States & Canada:
"Aspen Ideas, Natural Gas, Armenia Unheralded : "...Also present was Lisa P. Jackson , the fiery and all hands on Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. Inevitably the issue of fracking came up given its important role in the production of the newly accessible shale gas resources near nationwide. ..Mrs. Jackson was fierce in her defense of the EPA's actions and policies. Significantly, she stated clearly and unambiguously her understanding of the enormous importance this new resource and the potential that shale gas represents to the nation both economically and in terms of energy independence. But simultaneously she was clear that it is incumbent on federal agencies to set standards in keeping with the environmental well being of the nation as a whole, and in the interest of future generations. Yes, drill and frack, but it must be done responsibly to issues of water safety and air quality, and the federal agencies such as Interior and the EPA must serve as guardians of the nation's environmental well being. It was quite a performance..." " (The Huffington Post)- http://www.huffingtonpost.com/raymond-j-learsy/aspen-ideas-natural-gas-a_b_1658566.html
"Sustainability and the Politics of Environmental Protection : "...The outcry against high pressure hydraulic fracturing and the growing movement toward environmental protection in China are examples of the constant and growing force of environmental protection in politics. For decades there has been consistent pressure from shortsighted corporations and some right wing ideologues to reframe the environmental issue as one of over-regulation and define it as a trade-off between economic growth and environmental protection. There has been a concerted effort to portray environmentalists as effete, intellectual snobs who don't care about jobs for average people..." " (Opinion, The Huffington Post)- http://www.huffingtonpost.com/steven-cohen/sustainability-and-the-po_b_1658657.html
"Militarizing Enbridge? Pipeline Behemoth Recruits US Military Vets for Jobs in Canada: "...The argument we hear most frequently from the Harper Government in favour of bulldozing through the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway pipelines is the major job benefits the project would carry for Canadians. But recent talk of importing foreign workers from The United States and China make a mockery of that boast. The latest evidence to this effect - a job posting on the American website run by Veterans of Foreign Wars, which helps vets find employment - bears some claims that are so absurd as to beg the question whether it's a hoax. Some of the figures cited are highly suspect; nevertheless, on the whole, it provides telling window into an alternative narrative emerging around the Tar Sands pipelines issue. .." " (Pacific Free Press)- http://www.pacificfreepress.com/opinion/12006-militarizing-enbridge-pipeline-behemoth-recruits-us-military-vets-for-jobs-in-canada.html
"Chesapeake starts a petition for energy independence" (FuelFix/Houston Chronicle)- http://fuelfix.com/blog/2012/07/09/chesapeake-starts-a-petition-for-energy-independence/
"Report: Oil & gas drilling on federal lands pays dividends: "...Energy development on federal lands and waters supported about 1.5 million jobs and $275 billion in economic activity last year, according to a new Interior Department report. The analysis calculates the economic benefits of Interior Department activities, ranging from the national parks it manages to oil extraction on the public lands it oversees. Not surprisingly, energy development produces big dividends, according to the report. That’s especially true onshore in western states such as Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, where oil and gas producers are extracting the fossil fuels from Bureau of Land Management leases..." " (FuelFix/Houston Chronicle)- http://fuelfix.com/blog/2012/07/09/report-oil-gas-drilling-on-federal-lands-pays-dividends/
"Highway Crashes Leading Cause of Oil and Gas Worker Deaths: "...For oil and gas workers and truckers, long hours are a normal part of the job. Some say they are forced to drive shifts of 20 hours or longer, when the legal limit only permits shifts up to 14 hours. Many of the highway crashes involving oil and gas workers are directly caused by driver fatigue. To make safety matters worse, the oil and gas industry is exempt from the federal hours-of-service regulations. These rules require commercial truck drivers to take breaks or rest for a certain number of hours before getting back on the road. For the last 50 years, oil companies have used these exemptions to push workers into dangerous driving situations. One oil service driver speaking out against the exemptions highlighted the fact that working on an oil field site does not make workers less prone to fatigue after long shifts..." " (Texas Personal Injury Attorneys - The Carlson Law Firm PC via FindLaw)- http://knowledgebase.findlaw.com/kb/2012/Jun/551405.html
"Are Natural Gas Liquids as Good as Oil?: "...There are two basic problems with the standard NGLs-aren’t-oil argument..." " (Council on Foriegn Relations Blog)- http://blogs.cfr.org/levi/2012/07/09/are-natural-gas-liquids-as-good-as-oil/
"Former Texas EPA Czar Wages War on Arctic Drilling : "...Ousted Texas EPA Czar Al Armendariz, a full-time professor at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, has joined the eco-extremist group, Sierra Club, and he’s waging a lawsuit battle against London-based Shell Corp., an oil and gas company seeking to drill in Arctic waters north of Alaska..." " (Dallas Blog)- http://www.dallasblog.com/201207091009198/dallas-blog/former-texas-epa-czar-wages-war-on-arctic-drilling.html
"Technology gives detailed look inside natural gas pipelines: "...Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) today showcased the state-of-the-art technology the company is using to inspect the inside of its large natural gas pipelines—the arteries of the system that heats and powers customers' homes and businesses. Rigorous pipeline inspections are among the ways PG&E is proactively ensuring the safety and reliability of its gas system. Throughout Northern and Central California, PG&E is also strength-testing and replacing pipelines, checking for leaks on a strict schedule, and automating valves to stop the flow of gas faster in an emergency..." " (Press Release, Pacific Gas and Electric Company )- http://www.pennenergy.com/index/petroleum/display/9603864969/articles/pennenergy/petroleum/pipelines/2012/july/technology-gives_detailed.html
"The Right to Know, the Responsibility to Protect: State Actions Are Inadequate to Ensure Effective Disclosure of the Chemicals Used in Natural Gas Fracking" (OMB Watch)- http://www.ombwatch.org/naturalgasfrackingdisclosure
"Drilling takes its toll on roads, people’s safety" (Houston Chronicle) (Texas)- http://fuelfix.com/blog/2012/07/09/drilling-takes-its-toll-on-roads-peoples-safety/
"Lee County mulls fracking: "...N.C. 42, also known as Carbonton Road, runs for miles through dense pine forests past the occasional farm or cluster of homes. The biggest attraction this side of Sanford is a restored grist mill and covered bridge maintained by local families. Nearly every property owner along the two-lane road has heard from energy companies. “They’ve drilled several test wells in this area, and those test wells all proved out,” property owner George Schloetzer said. “That’s the reason that they’re very anxious and they’re very interested in purchasing the leases for as much of this land as they can.” Many of the residents here are open to the idea of fracking, but some want more assurances before they sign on. They’ve heard troubling stories from fracking sites in Pennsylvania...." " (News Observer) (North Carolina)- http://www.newsobserver.com/2012/07/06/2187004/lee-county-mulls-fracking.html
"Hydrofracking threatens Tennessee's water supply: "...In Tennessee, we have a chance to get it right now and have meaningful regulations in place before the boom hits. sThe Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will hold two hearings regarding new regulations on hydrofracking on Tuesday in Knoxville. We have some concerns..." " (Opinion, GANNETT) (Tennessee)- http://www.tennessean.com/article/20120709/OPINION03/307090009/
"Documentary on fracking to be shown, discussed at Belcourt Theatre: "...A Nashville group hopes a film will spark discussion about hydraulic fracturing, a controversial natural gas drilling technique used in Tennessee. The 2010 documentary “Gasland,” will screen at Belcourt Theatre on Tuesday, the second film in the Community Night Movie series hosted by Conscious Nashville..." " (GANNETT) (Tennessee)- http://www.tennessean.com/article/20120709/NEWS11/307090001/
'Kansas taps oil, gas wells for additional revenue" (Kansas City Business Journal)- http://www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/blog/morning_call/2012/07/kansas-taps-oil-gas-wells-for.html
"Elwood man among gas drilling protesters arrested in Pennsylvania: "...An Elwood resident was arrested in Pennsylvania while demonstrating against hydraulic fracturing at a state forest..." " (Associated Press) (Indiana & Pennsylvania)- http://heraldbulletin.com/local/x2004685823/Elwood-man-among-gas-drilling-protesters-arrested-in-Pennsylvania
"Fracking on Longmont's agenda again: "...The revisions would still leave a core provision of the regulations in place -- that drilling would not be allowed in a residential zone without special permission by city authorities. But that might become a battlefield, Bagley said. "We're getting pressure from the industry to take out the residential ban," said Bagley, a supporter of the ban. "My concern is if we'll have the votes to pass regs that'll have any teeth.".." " (Longmont Times-Call) (Colorado)- http://www.timescall.com/news/longmont-local-news/ci_21033130/fracking-regulations-longmont-agenda-oil-gas-july-10& http://www.dailycamera.com/news/ci_21033130/fracking-regulations-longmont-agenda-oil-gas-july-10
"Company wants to drill on your land? Experts say ask questions, seek advice" (Greeley Tribune) (Colorado)- http://www.greeleytribune.com/article/20120708/NEWS/120709989/1001
"Aurora City Council to vote on fracking water lease: "...Anadarko would use the water for its drilling and hydraulic fracturing — or fracking — programs in Colorado. The company would use about 30,000 barrels of water per day for its operations in Wattenberg Field, a 350,000-acre area in the northeastern Colorado, said Anadarko public-affairs director John Christiansen. Under the agreement, the company would capture only "effluent" water. Effluent refers to the water that's been used by customers, treated at a wastewater plant and released into the South Platte River, said city spokeswoman Kim Stuart..." " (The Denver Post) (Colorado)- http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21033546/aurora-city-council-vote-fracking-water-lease
"Back to Drawing Board for Colorado Drill Plan: "...DENVER (CN) - The government improperly authorized a plan that would let oil and gas companies lease largely unspoiled, energy-rich land in Colorado, a federal judge ruled. The Colorado Environmental Coalition and several other environmental advocates filed suit over the Bureau of Land Management's handling of a 120,000-acre tract of land known as the Roan Plateau Planning Area..." " (Courthouse News Service (Colorado)- http://www.courthousenews.com/2012/07/09/48192.htm
"Drilling permits down across Mesa County : "...Ludlam attributed the decline to federal over-regulation. "New land designations that make the surface to oil and gas operations is also a tremendous, tremendous challenge, and we're seeing a lot of that occur as the agencies revise their forest plans and resource management plans," said Ludlam. That's pushing business away, he said, from Mesa County, which is two thirds public lands..."" (KKCO) (Colorado)- http://www.nbc11news.com/localnews/headlines/Drilling_permits_down_across_Mesa_County_161851925.html
"Wyoming starts search for oil and gas supervisor : "...Wyoming is starting its search for a new oil and gas supervisor. Members of the oil and gas conservation commission, which includes Gov. Matt Mead, plan to meet Tuesday to discuss how they'll pick a replacement for Tom Doll. Doll resigned last month after making some controversial remarks about residents near Pavillion who say that hydraulic fracturing has contaminated their groundwater. Bob King, an independent petroleum engineer, is now serving as interim supervisor. Anyone interested in applying for the job is asked to contact King..." " (Associated Press) (Wyoming)- http://trib.com/news/state-and-local/wyoming-starts-search-for-oil-and-gas-supervisor/article_bd8ed5fe-ee51-5ec4-a2d9-b3e09eadc8a5.html
"Local opposition may challenge for Oregon LNG: "...A second proposed LNG export plant in Oregon could encounter strong local resistance as well as the regulatory and market risks facing all US export projects. .." " (InterFaxNews) (Oregon)- http://interfaxenergy.com/natural-gas-news-analysis/lng/local-opposition-may-add-to-challenges-for-oregon-lng/
"Location of Gas Pipelines Near Schools Called into Question : "...Over the weekend, a group or individual calling itself Concerned Citizens of BRSSD, mailed out a letter to Belmont residents raising concerns about the location of PG&E gas pipelines on the campuses of Nesbit, Fox and Ralston schools..." " (Belmont Patch) (California)- http://belmont-ca.patch.com/articles/location-of-gas-pipelines-near-schools-called-into-question
"PG&E using 'pig' technology to test pipelines: "...PG&E is showing off new "pig" technology that it will deploy starting Friday to check Bay Area gas pipelines for defects. sPublic safety is the overriding goal in having new and better testing, but even new technology doesn't mean fast results. It would take an analyst two months in Texas to analyze all the data that would be collected in a single segment, yet that's more information than PG&E currently has for its 5,700-mile gas transmission network. .." " (Video, KGO-TV) (California)- http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/local&id=8730349
"Alberta pipeline spills prompt questions: "...EDMONTON - Three pipeline spills in Alberta this spring have many people wondering whether there are better ways to move the petroleum products that are the lifeblood of Alberta’s economy..." " (Edmonton Journal) (Canada)- http://www.windsorstar.com/news/Alberta+pipeline+spills+prompt+questions/6896510/story.html
"Shale Gas Concerns Stronger Than Ever : "...The provincial government released 116 recommendations on shale gas to help ease people's concerns about safety but anti-shale gas activist Greg Cook tells CHSJ news those concerns are as strong as ever. Cook says a labour report in the United States recently says that shale gas, of all industries has the highest accident rate..." " (CHSJ News) (Canada)- http://country94news.blogspot.com/2012/07/shale-gas-concerns-stronger-than-ever.html
International:
"07-09-12 Natural Gas Daily Report" (The Carbon Capture Report)- http://gas.carboncapturereport.org/cgi-bin//dailyreport?DATE=2012-07-09
"Is the US Dictating Pipeline Policy to Pakistan?" (Oilprice via CNBC)- http://www.cnbc.com/id/48123411
"Israel Navy demands NIS 3 billion for protection of gas rigs: "...Israel's defense establishment is demanding a one-time budget increase of nearly NIS 3 billion to cover its plan to protect the country's natural gas platforms, located in the Mediterranean Sea. The plan, which has already been approved by Defense Minister Ehud Barak and IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz, calls for adding four new warships to Israel's naval fleet and deploying hundreds of soldiers in the area. .." " (Haaretz Dail Newspaper) (Israel)- http://www.haaretz.com/news/diplomacy-defense/israel-navy-demands-nis-3-billion-for-protection-of-gas-rigs-1.449954
"What is fracking? Public awareness of shale gas extraction is low: "...Public awareness of fracking – the method of extracting shale gas — is low, despite high levels of coverage of the controversial process in the media, a new study has found. And while people link fracking to earthquakes and water contamination, more than half of those questioned believe shale gas extraction should be allowed in the UK..." " (University of Nottingham) (United Kingdom)- http://phys.org/news/2012-07-fracking-awareness-shale-gas.html
"Shale gas plan decision delay: "...THE decision to give the go-ahead for a controversial shale gas project in the UK has been delayed until autumn. Although a recent government study found that hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking”, could be done safely, plans by Cuadrilla Resources to re-start drilling near Blackpool are facing further delays. UK government sources have denied that it is worried about the appointment last September of former BP boss Lord Browne, who was criticised for overseeing a poor safety culture at the oil giant, as chair of Cuadrilla..." " (Scotsman) (United Kingdom)- http://www.scotsman.com/business/energy-and-utilities/shale-gas-plan-decision-delay-1-2400321
'Wirral safeguard pledge over controversial gas extraction: "...Controversial “fracking” for shale gas will be banned in Wirral until environmental safeguards are 100% secure council leader Cllr Phil Davies has pledged. .." " (Wirral globe) (United Kingdom)- http://www.wirralglobe.co.uk/news/9806178.Wirral_safeguard_pledge_over_controversial_gas_extraction/
"Opponents prepare for Leith Hill oil drilling inquiry: "...THE stage is set for a planning battle at Dorking Halls to determine whether countryside at Leith Hill can be used to drill for oil. Europa Oil and Gas wants to drill down 1,300 metres at Bury Hill Wood, but standing in its way are Surrey County Council (SCC) and the Leith Hill Action Group (LHAG)...The company claimed the "level of emotion" in the council chamber had played more of a part than the facts of the case, and it hopes a government planning inspector will now agree with its proposals to search for oil and restore the site within a period of 18 weeks. ..." " (GetSurrey) (United Kingdom)- http://www.getsurrey.co.uk/news/s/2116656_opponents_prepare_for_leith_hill_oil_drilling_inquiry
"Camden region residents' coal seam gas drilling concerns eased: "...AGL SENIOR staff members are working hard to ease the concerns of Camden region residents about coal seam gas drilling. During a media tour of the Menangle Rosalind Park Gas Plant last week attended by the Macarthur Chronicle, head of operations Mike Roy said the company was committed to ensuring residents knew exactly what the gas giant did and what impact they had on residents and the environment..." " (Macarthur Chronicle) (Australia)- http://macarthur-chronicle-camden.whereilive.com.au/news/story/camden-region-residents-coal-seam-gas-drilling-concerns-eased/
"Australian Shale Gas Industry Explored in New Kuick Research Study Recently Published at MarketPublishers.com: "...Report Details: Title: Australia Shale Gas Market Analysis Published: July, 2012 Pages: 65 Price: US$ 800.00 l Report Contents: 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2. AUSTRALIA SHALE GAS RESERVES 2.1 Cooper Basin 2.2 Perth Basin 2.3 Canning Basin 2.4 Otway Basin 3. SHALE GAS INVESTMENTS IN AUSTRALIA 4. SHALE GAS OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES IN AUSTRALIA 5. GOVERNMENT REGULATION & POLICIES FOR EXPLORATION & DEVELOPMENT OF SHALE GAS RESERVES 5.1 Energy Resource Knowledge Base 5.2 Onshore Exploration & Development Policies 5.3 Offshore Exploration & Development Policies 5.4 Domestic & International Market Development 6. NATURAL GAS MARKET LANDSCAPE 6.1 Production 6.2 Domestic Consumption 6.3 LNG - Export ..." " (The Market Publishers, Ltd.) (Australia)- http://www.cnbc.com/id/48119719
"Santos defends its record following Coonamble rally: "...About 300 locals voted unanimously to 'lock the gate' against Santos because of concerns about the impact drilling could have on water sources and the environment...He says recent environmental breaches from its plant in the Pilliga north of Coonabarabran were the responsibility of the previous owner..." " (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) (Australia)- http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-07-10/santos-reax/4120050
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