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EPA's Study of Hydraulic Fracturing and Its Potential Impact on Drinking Water Resources

EPA Published Research Related to the Hydraulic Fracturing Study

EPA conducted independent research resulting in over 25 peer-reviewed research papers and journal articles. This research supports the final assessment. 

Analysis of Existing Data

Case Studies

Laboratory Studies

Scenario Evaluations

Toxicity Studies