The Uncertainty of Methane Emissions and the Environmental Impacts of Fracking

This chapter delves into the challenges of accurately assessing methane leakage in the United States, highlighting the deception of natural gas as a cleaner alternative to coal. It discusses the negative environmental impacts of fracking, such as contamination of water sources and health risks, shedding light on the lobbying efforts of natural gas companies and the boom in fracking. The chapter also explores the conflict between the growing natural gas infrastructure and the need to decarbonize for climate change mitigation.