Recent research round-up: March-Sept 2016
This round-up looks at 44 recent studies about fracking published since late March 2016. Please let us know if we’ve missed a report you think should be included. Click here to get in touch.
Majority of residents oppose fracking in a second Cheshire village
A majority of adults in a Cheshire village where IGas has bought land for shale exploration think fracking would be a bad thing, according to a new survey.
Directors, fracking and decarbonising energy
Almost three quarters of Britain’s company directors support decarbonisation of energy to mitigate climate change, and even more are in favour of greater use of solar, offshore wind and wave and tidal energy, according to new research.
Backing for fracking up slightly but strong support at record low -Government survey
Support for fracking has risen slightly, according to the latest survey in ongoing government research. But the proportion who “strongly support” fracking has dropped to its lowest level.
More consultation on permit for IGas shale exploration at Misson
The Environment Agency has announced it intends to grant an environmental permit for shale gas exploration at a former cold war missile launch base in north Nottinghamshire.
Support for fracking at record low – government survey
Support for fracking in the UK has fallen to its lowest level, according to a regular public opinion poll for the government.
Lancs residents offered £180 for shale gas opinions – but not if they’re pro or anti fracking
A group opposed to Cuadrilla’s plans to frack in the Fylde area of Lancashire has reacted angrily to news that the government is offering local people money to take part in surveys about shale gas.
Top 10 points on noise at Preston New Road – Cuadrilla fracking inquiry Day 9
Dr Andrew McKenzie, the noise witness for Lancashire County Council said the Preston New Road development would have unacceptable noise impacts on local residents and could be refused because it did not comply with the Lancashire Minerals Plan and the Fylde Local Plan. These are the key points […]
52% of Lancs businesses think fracking will boost economy – poll
A poll of 500 Lancashire businesses released today (16th February 2016) found just over half thought shale gas would have a positive impact on the local economy.
Notts village votes overwhelmingly against IGas shale plans
People in Misson in north Nottinghamshire have voted overwhelmingly against plans by IGas to drill two exploratory shale gas wells near the village.
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