Media Advisory: BLM to Hold Forum on Hydraulic Fracturing in Natural Gas Production

Organization:

BLM

BLM Office:

National Office

Media Contact:

Steven Hall

What: The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a Hydraulic Fracturing Forum. Topics will include best management practices, disclosure of the chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing fluids, well construction and integrity, production wastewater management and other techniques for protecting drinking water resources. Panelists will include experts from federal and state governments, industry and environmental organizations that are engaged in natural gas development issues.

When: 4-9 p.m. April 25, 2011

Where: Denver Marriott West, 1717 Denver West Blvd., Golden, Colorado

Please see attached agenda for more information.


The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.