Since inception, hydraulic fracturing and shale exploitation have been fraught with controversy. Initial opposition mostly came from the far left and environmentalists.
So called “fracktivists” include bands of protesters, lobbyists pushing for regulation, and filmmakers documenting mythical terrors. These outsiders have presented challenges for the industry ranging from mild annoyances to outright banishment from some regions.
Now another anti-frac movement is brewing. This new faction of shale skeptics is worth taking seriously because unlike the hippies in the streets, these guys actually understand the O&G business. That’s because they work in it.
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