Fracking is one step closer to a disastrous New Zealand and doing it with few regulations will only speed up the damage. It's just another one of many National initiatives I don't agree with.
Basically, the Government wants New Zealand to become a net exporter of oil and gas by 2030. Hydraulic fracturing or, fracking, is a technique used to extract ‘unconventional’ oil and gas which, until recently were deemed too expensive or difficult to extract.
It involves pumping a cocktail of water, sand and chemicals into underground rock layers where the oil or gas is trapped. The extreme pressure of the water creates tiny cracks in the rock and the sand holds the cracks open, to allow the oil or gas to flow up the well. Once you've busted all the rock to pieces, you get seven or eight thousand barrels a day and then you do it all again.
Groundwater contamination is the main problem because the hydraulic fluid used to fracture the rock contains toxic chemicals that can find their way into aquifers. It leaves a legacy of hazardous waste and the mobilisation of hydrocarbons can also release various naturally occurring toxic chemicals that would otherwise be undisturbed.
This is not acceptable New Zealand! Don't make us wait until all the oil reserves run out before you sort your shit out. Wake up and look to the future. Protect our environment and change your views on a dollar.
Here's a thought:
Solar
Wind power
Hydroelectric energy
Hydrogen and fuel cells
Biomass
Geothermal power.
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