Tag Archives: Oil and Gas

Drilling for oil, the test of time

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Howard Meyerson

We hear a lot about moving away from fossil fuels, away from our dependence on oil to make so much of what we use, from gasoline to golf balls and ballpoint pens. And though we get steadily closer to that … Continue reading →

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Some states confirm water pollution from drilling

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Howard Meyerson

One of the big questions that communities and rural land owners face these days is whether the benefits that come from oil and gas drilling outweigh any risk of pollution. Many flat-out say ‘no.’  Others say there are very few … Continue reading →

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Citizens critical of oil and gas leasing under state lands

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Howard Meyerson

  The State of Michigan is planning to auction off oil and gas leases on October. 24, 2012. Many Michigan residents turned out for a public meeting to share their concerns about the decision. Here’s a look at some of their perspectives … Continue reading →

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Report seeking oil and gas leases on 5.3 million acres of state land called ‘stupid.’

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Howard Meyerson

Members of the Michigan Legislature have issued a report calling for the state to seek oil and gas leases on 5.3 million acres of state land, according to a story today by Jim Harger at the Grand Rapids Press. The … Continue reading →

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