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Natural Gas May Be Easier On Climate Than Coal, Despite Methane Leaks

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From the standpoint of global warming, burning natural gas can be better than burning coal, a study published this week suggests.

This is a contentious issue among people who are opposed to the natural gas drilling practice known as fracking. That technique involves injecting water, sand and chemicals into wells to …Read More

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