By Ryan Handy
The energy boom unleashed by hydraulic fracturing provided significant economic benefits to nearby communities, boosting employment, incomes and home values, according to a study by the University of Chicago. But fracking has also had less desirable effects, including increased crime, traffic and pollution…
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Areas of Focus: Energy Markets, Fossil Fuels, Hydraulic Fracturing, Fossil Fuels
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Energy Markets
Well-functioning markets are essential for providing access to reliable, affordable energy. EPIC research is uncovering the policies, prices and information needed to help energy markets work efficiently.
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Fossil Fuels
Under current policies, fossil fuels will play an important role in the energy system for the foreseeable future. EPIC research is exploring the costs and benefits of these fuels as...
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Hydraulic Fracturing
Hydraulic fracturing is perhaps the most important innovation in the energy system in the last half century, but nearby communities are concerned about its potential effects on water quality, public...
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Fossil Fuels
Under current policies, fossil fuels will play an important role in the energy system for the foreseeable future. EPIC research is exploring the costs and benefits of these fuels as...