Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, has several dangers to the planet12345:
- Loss of plant and animal species due to greenhouse gases, toxic air pollutants, water waste, and noise.
- Environmental impact related to land use, water consumption, air emissions, brine and fracturing fluid leakage, water contamination, and noise pollution.
- Health risks from water and air pollution.
- Distracting governments and the energy industry from investing in clean energy.
- Prolonging reliance on fossil fuels, which are harmful to the planet.
- Adverse health effects in populations living near hydraulic fracturing sites, including chemical, physical, and psychosocial hazards.