Can Hydraulic Fracturing Provide a Bridge to a Green Energy Future?

The proven ability for horizontal drilling and multi-stage hydraulic fracturing to produce large quantities of oil and gas from geologic formations with extremely low permeability is changing the energy picture in many parts of the world. In this talk, Dr. Zoback will discuss the promise of recovering vast new quantities of natural gas (and oil) an steps that can be taken to assure such resources are developed in an environmentally responsible manner. Topics to be covered include how horizontal drilling and multi-stage hydraulic fracturing are carried out, proper well construction methods to avoid contamination of groundwater, and minimizing the risk associated with earthquakes triggered by waste water injection. - See more at: http://www.sri.com/newsroom/events/cafe-scientifique-silicon-valley-sri-can-hydraulic-fracturing-provide-bridge-green-e#sthash.RTFXqucP.dpuf