The Rising Influence of Rising Affluence

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shale gas

I'm not so sure that regulations need to be upgraded vs interpretations of existing law being better enforced [i.e. I really don't know which is more appropriate or necessary but yes there do appear to be some problems]. In shale gas, contrary to many other hydrocarbon resources, there are a lot of small operators with relatively limited resources for training and avoiding environmental problems and who are developing projects in highly populated areas. Bad combination. However, folks in the service industry won't be hurt in anycase so I'm happy with whatever happens ;^)
regards,
Charlie