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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
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