From: Barnett Shale
Gas saturation seems constant across the region, so it is tempting to invoke increased natural fracturing in these areas as the explanation. Gas drilling for the most part isn’t enriching the area. It’s another way for certain members of our society to keep their heads in the sand and pretend we can drill our way to happiness and $0.99 fuel again and never have to even consider changing the status quo. Gas drilling is creating jobs and helping retail sales during a tough time, giving Fort Worth a counterweight against the slowing economy. Nationwide, soaring prices for gasoline are leading to calls for more offshore drilling for oil.
