New Brunswick to Review Fracking Ban Amid U.S. Tariffs, Economic Pressures, Premier Says. (August 26). Story in The Energy Mix HERE.
New Brunswick’s Liberal government is considering whether it should drop its longstanding ban on natural gas fracking, saying it’s looking for ways to boost its economy and secure Canada’s energy independence. Premier Susan Holt announced a public review of the fracking ban on Wednesday, saying she’s looking “at all options” to support economic growth in her province amid Canada’s escalating trade war with the United States.
New Brunswick to review fracking moratorium, prompting pushback from environmentalists. (August 26). Story in the NB Media Co-op HERE. Premier Susan Holt, flanked by two Cabinet ministers, sent a shockwave through New Brunswick’s political landscape Wednesday as she announced a review of the province’s moratorium on shale gas development, with a decision expected in January.
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