Fracking a lesser-known, but significant environmental insurance risk

Fracking a lesser-known, but significant environmental insurance risk by CanadianUnderwriter.ca January 24, 2011
“There is much debate and concern surrounding fracking due to the chemicals utilized-for example acids to dissolve minerals and create cracks and surfactants to make fluids more slippery-and the massive amounts of wastewater generated,” Anthony Wagar writes for WillisWire. “Not to mention the fear of radioactive materials and other contaminants potentially finding their way into water supplies.”