What is fracking? You may have heard about the effects this oil and gas extraction technique have on the environment, but its impacts extend far beyond that. Between 2007 and 2016, oil production in ...

Normally on “Mining and Refining,” we concentrate on the actual material that’s mined and refined. We’ve covered everything from copper to tungsten, with side trips to more unusual materials like ...

The gas company said the rig would help the local economy (stock image) [Getty Images] Plans for a new gas-drilling rig near a seaside town have been unanimously opposed by local decision-makers. The ...