Food, Not Fracking: A Week of Action in New York! Fracking is an unconventional form of natural gas drilling that involves the injection of water, chemicals and sand underground to break up rock formations that contain gas. The process produces radioactive wastewater, climate-changing methane emissions, air pollution and groundwater contamination.
The soil contamination and pollution from fracking threaten the health, safety and viability of New York’s production of dairy products, fruits and vegetables, beer and wine, and other foods. It could have a devastating impact on the pride of our state.
This is why hundreds of farmers, brewers, vintners, chefs and other food producers are joining with consumer, health and environmental organizations in calling on Governor Cuomo to ban fracking in New York. New Yorkers all across the state will take part in local actions calling for a ban on fracking.
Take a look at the list below to find an event near you!