The pro oil drilling groups argue that oil drilling will stimulate rural economies and give them jobs. However, it is still very harmful to the environment. It does more harm than good. Many pro drillers also argue that hydro fracking does not contaminate the water we drink however; much of the water in New York is contaminated from chemicals being pumped into the ground that stay there for long periods of time. Fracking also uses an obscene amount of water. There are many people in the Oneonta area who are anti drilling and fracking. The pros and cons of drilling both have its benefits. Drilling does contribute to local economies. Also, natural gas is cleaner and better for the environment in the long run. However, the chemicals we are putting in the ground are harmful to the environment right now and the chemicals are also contaminating the water we are drinking.
1) Is there a way to make hydro-fracking more environmentally friendly?
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