Newcastle University: fracking will increase air pollution levels by 30%.
The study, which was published in the journal Environment International, also predicted that the industry could cause permanent damage to rural roadways and cause nearby residents distress in the form of excessive noise pollution. The disadvantages uncovered by the study mainly stemmed from the increased traffic on rural roads.
Media Coverage: http://www.pollutionsolutions-online.com/news/air-clean-up/16/breaking_news/new_study_finds_fracking_would_exacerbate_local_air_pollution/38290/
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