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New Chemical Disclosure Requirements Finalized

The regulations require disclosure of chemicals used in fracturing treatments, the date of treatment, and other well-identifying information.

Pennsylvania Court Leaves Door Open to a New Definition of "Minerals" in Marcellus Shale

Hydrocarbons are not normally considered minerals, but some shale traps gas in a way that may allow an exception.

State Department Probe May Delay Obama Administration's Keystone XL Decision

Alleged conflicts of interest may have tainted the pipeline permitting process.

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EPA Issues Draft Report on Well Water Contamination in Wyoming

By Robert Carlton and Liz Klingensmith

The EPA postulates that the well water contamination might be caused, at least in part, by hydraulic fracturing.

Spent Nuclear Fuel and the U.S. Response to Fukushima

By Kimbery Reome and Krista Haley

The United States has a long history of political, regulatory, and legal challenges in dealing with spent nuclear fuel.

Government Studies May Determine the Future of Fracking Regulation

By John S. "Jack" Edwards Jr. and Travis Oliver IV

Concerns that fracking may cause environmental and health problems have led to governmental studies into its safety.

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Energy Litigation: Summer 2011 Newsletter

The latest edition of Energy Litigation is now available.