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About the Study

Hydraulic Fracturing Water Cycle
EPA studied the relationship between hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas and drinking water resources using the hydraulic fracturing water cycle

Research Approaches
EPA researchers conducted 17 individual research projects resulting in over 25 peer-reviewed research papers.

About the Study

EPA's Study of Hydraulic Fracturing and Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources