The independent hydrogeologist, Professor Philip Pells, has repeatedly warned of the high risks at Gloucester. He is not alone. AGLs own hydrogeologist, John Ross, called the four-well fracking project the highest risk geology in the basin. These high risks are compounded by the fact that at Gloucester, AGL will be fracking at relatively shallow depths. The shallow depths at which the wells are being fracked increase the risks of contamination of aquifers that supply our rivers. At Gloucester, high-risk fracking carries big risks. It sits at the head of the Manning River, the water supply for 75,000 people. If the water supply is compromised the cost will fall squarely on the shoulders of the NSW taxpayer. smh.au/comment/gloucester-fracking-is-an-unforgivable-and-illogical-mistake-by-nsw-government-20140826-108gsy.html
Posted on: Sat, 08 Nov 2014 02:15:54 +0000