Interesting that the outgoing UK Government has eventually declared a 'moratorium' on fracking for shale gas (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/nov/03/fracking-shale-gas-scientists-tories-earthquake). I have repeatedly (as have many others) stated that fracking in the UK is not a good idea here as the country is too small; too congested and the liberated gases will still add to the burden of greenhouse emissions, when we need to get these down to avoid a climate change catastrophe. Additional little negatives of fracking-generated earth tremors; potential contamination of water courses and land owners receiving nothing for having material removed from under their houses also apply. It would be the height of cynicism to bring the activity back on line after a general election.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Sunday, 3 November 2019
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