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“I have come to believe that extracting natural gas from shale using the newish technique called hydrofracking is the environmental issue of our time. And I think you should, too.” quote by Sandra Steingraber
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“I have come to believe that extracting natural gas from shale using the newish technique called hydrofracking is the environmental issue of our time. And I think you should, too.”

Sandra Steingraber

About This Quote

Source Speech: Environmental Advocacy Talk, 2015

The quote argues that hydraulic fracturing for natural gas is the most pressing environmental problem today and urges others to share this view.

In simple terms: Hydrofracking is a major environmental threat today.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and act on the risks of fracking.

Themes

environment energy policy health technology

Mood

concerned urgent informative

Type

opinion advocacy environmental.

When to use this quote

  • policy debates
  • community activism
  • energy planning
  • public health assessments
  • environmental education

Key Concepts

climate change resource extraction public health regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What evidence supports the urgency of fracking risks?
  • How can societies balance energy needs with environmental protection?
A Different Perspective

The claim may overlook benefits of natural gas as a transition fuel and regional economic impacts.

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