USA fracking

how has fracking transformed the energy landscape

95% of new wells hydraulically fractured

fracking and natural gas

In 2015, 67% of the U.S. natural gas output, approximately 53 billion cubic feet per day, originated from fractured wells.

fracking and oil

By 2013, hydraulically fractured wells accounted for 43% of U.S. oil production.

methane emissions

40–60% higher than those from conventional natural gas wells.

water usage

consumes between 3 to 5 million gallons of water

econ impacts

ban on hydraulic fracturing would result in 7.7 million fewer jobs and a $1.1 trillion decrease in gross domestic product (GDP) by 2025

health concerns

toxic air pollution, water contamination, and other impacts disproportionately affect communities of color and low-income communities