Why Traditional Fracking Fluids Are a Regulatory and Reputational Risk Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, has transformed global energy markets. Yet behind its economic importance lies a growing storm of regulatory, environmental, and reputational challenges linked to the use of traditional fracking fluids. These fluids, typically composed of toxic surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, biocides, and… Continue reading Why Traditional Fracking Fluids Are a Regulatory and Reputational Risk
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The Environmental and Social Advantages of Plant-Based Products in Oil and Gas Extraction
Understanding the Need for Sustainable Practices in Oil and Gas The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in the global economy, yet it is also one of the largest contributors to environmental degradation. Traditional extraction methods are often accompanied by notable challenges, including serious pollution and significant habitat destruction. Oil spills, greenhouse gas… Continue reading The Environmental and Social Advantages of Plant-Based Products in Oil and Gas Extraction