Summary: New FracFocus data promises to help users understand patterns of sources of water: such as ground, surface or produced water. Open-FF examined the first year of these fields from a number of perspectives to gauge their veracity. We conclude that 1) because it is optional for companies to report this data, large gaps existContinueContinue reading “Inconsistency and errors in new Water Source data”
Monthly Archives: December 2024
Pennsylvania state data contradicts FracFocus water source data
In comparing FracFocus water source data to Pennsylvania’s DEP data, we find significant inconsistencies. This undermines the usefulness of the data.
Comparing FracFocus and Colorado water source data
We use Colorado state data to verify the new FracFocus water source data. These sources largely agree.
New fracking chemical disclosures: December 2024
FracFocus disclosures published between November 08, 2024 and December 18, 2024