FICTION: Fracking and natural gas are harmful to the environment.

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FACT: Power plants are increasingly turning to low-cost natural gas, which is saving households money on their energy bills. In addition, CO2 emissions have dropped to a 25 year low thanks to the increased use of natural gas, and the U.S. is leading the world in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

 

Additionally, natural gas-fired power plants emit very few local pollutants, and areas that have switched to natural gas have seen major air quality benefits. New York City, for example, adopted a clean air plan that relies on natural gas. The plan is expected to save 800 lives per year, and reduce emergency room visits by 1,600 annually.