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BREAKING: TCEQ finds nothing in Barnett Shale air (sarcasm)

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

There is no cause for concern and with the except of 2 sites all chemicals were well below levels of immediate concern.People! All of the above was sarcasm. Surely you know me better than that by now. Actually a little more than 25% of the wells had … [Read more...]

A drilling site in a flood plain?

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

This reminds me of Whitespot where Carrizo built their pad site so it caused the neighborhood to flood.PICTURESRELAX. They know what they're doing. … [Read more...]

TX Senator Accuses TCEQ of Open Meeting Violation

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

Sen. Eliot Shapleigh, D-El Paso, is accusing TCEQ of a closed-door meeting that resulted in the renewal of an air permit for smelter operated by Asarco. Imagine this: Shapleigh believes that special interests have eroded the Democratic process. This … [Read more...]

Barnett Shale benzene exposure messes up your sperm

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

If you live in the Barnett Shale, DO NOT REPRODUCE! Bad news, fellas."Benzene appeared to increase the frequencies of aneuploid sperm for chromosomes associated with chromosomal abnormality syndromes in human offspring, even in men whose air benzene … [Read more...]

EPA Announces “Eyes on Drilling” Tipline

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

This press release is from Region 3, HOWEVER, anyone can call and I urge you to start using this NOW.The agency is asking citizens to call 1-877-919-4EPA (toll free) if they observe what appears to be illegal disposal of wastes or other suspicious … [Read more...]

NY Drilling Ban Pictures

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

These pictures are inspiring. … [Read more...]

TCEQ’S BARNETT SHALE STUDY RESULTS TO BE RELEASED

January 27, 2010 By TXsharon

TUESDAY, JAN. 26, 2010MEDIA ADVISORYTCEQ’S BARNETT SHALE STUDY RESULTS TO BE RELEASED 1/27/10NEWS CONFERENCE 1/27/10 AT 1 P.M.AT TCEQ DALLAS/FT. WORTH REGIONAL OFFICEWHAT: TCEQ will hold a news conference on Wednesday, Jan. 27, to release results of … [Read more...]

Hey, NPR, there’s an elephant in the room passing methane

January 26, 2010 By TXsharon

Since 2007, methane levels have been on the rise causing "vicious" cycles in global warming and NPR wonders about the source of this methane.Molecule for molecule, methane is much more effective than carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the atmosphere. … [Read more...]

Shareholders, Investors Call for Natural Gas Transparency, Responsible Drilling

January 26, 2010 By TXsharon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 26, 2010 CONTACT:Larisa RuoffGreen Century Capital Management617-482-0800Richard LiroffInvestor Environmental Health Network703-532-2929 Investors challenge natural gas companies to increase transparency and protect … [Read more...]

Range Resources paid 0,4% taxes last year

January 26, 2010 By TXsharon

I do not like paying taxes! However, I do like knowing I can call the police and fire department if I need help. I LOVE how the EPA is cracking the knuckles of the TECQ. Although I do not use the public school system, I understand the value of an … [Read more...]

GassLand in Denton, Texas Feb. 17

January 26, 2010 By TXsharon

GASLANDDirected By: Josh FoxProduced By: Trish Adlesic, Molly GandourWritten By: Josh FoxTRAILER and INTRODUCTION from JOSHFOX on Vimeo.Get your tickets HEREClick Here to Watch the Trailer Filmmakers and Regional Cast will be in attendance for … [Read more...]