Europe’s resistance to shale gas could boost renewables

On 24 August 2012 EurActiv reported that it is unlikely that the shale gas revolution, similar to the one in the United States, will take place in Europe, which means that Europe will probably concentrate on promoting renewable energy sources.

ESO: Background information: Shale Gas: Finds that form a bedrock of hope http://www.europeansources.info/record/shale-gas-europe/

EurActiv, 20.9.12: MEPs divided on whether EU should regulate shale gas http://www.euractiv.com/climate-environment/brussels-slaps-tough-new-rules-r-news-514886

EurActiv, 17.9.12: Hollande deals setback to nuclear, shale gas industries http://www.euractiv.com/energy/hollande-deals-blow-nuclear-shal-news-514819

PressEurop, 26.9.12: The shale gas mirage http://www.presseurop.eu/en/content/editorial/2735131-shale-gas-mirage

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