Earth Day Edition- New York Fracking

In the New York Metro Newspaper this morning,  I read that there is growing concern  over fracking,  which grassroots organization have been fighting for more than four years now. It's  a dangerous method of drilling for natural gas that involves injection millions of gallons of fresh water mixed with toxic chemicals and sand underground to break open shale rock formations that contain gas. This is very problematic for many New Yorker's who depend on the reservoirs for drinking water and basic necessities of life. Many organizers  say that fracking is disastrous for the climate as well, because it releases methane,a potent greenhouse gas into the atmosphere.  Concerns citizens have been assembling in town halls, rallied in the capitol petitioned door to door, lobbied their legislators and called Gov. Andrew  Cuomo to put a stop to it. The grassroots moment has pushed the issue ts bay, advocating for better and safer ways of explore our environment, thereby protecting the public health and environment of New York. Most powerful corporation along with Andrew Cuomo have spend millions to convince the public that fracking is safe. Guomo has repeated that science will play a role in determining whether or not to allow fracking in New York, which he states he will listen to the countless medical experts, scientist  and health organizations  for assessments. Organizers are displeased that the current delays are taking so long, but is positive that the eventually it will reveal the promising truth. More needs to be done,  Instead of sacrificing our precious clean water, air and land for short term gains, there must be another way?  In the celebration of Earth Day, we must realize that we control the our own destiny, we have the key to open the doors,  for what we do now, has an impact on our future. For many who feels that drilling is not a major problem,  natural gas is harmful and releases toxins into the atmosphere, imagine the impact that it  will take on  our bodies. Its up to us to educate ourselves as well as continue to push corporation to come with alternate means of green energy. Otherwise we will be on the verge of extintion Happy Earth Day Everyone!!! Remember change starts with you.