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Fracking Action Center
Why Ban Fracking? Hazards to Drinking Water Aren’t The Only Reasons
Residents near fracking sites report bubbling and hissing water coming from their faucets. Our new report explains why fracking threatens to be the next global water crisis. And in another recent report, we expose false industry claims of significant job creation with fracking. Learn more about the dangers of fracking and why it must be banned.
Ready to ban fracking? Take the first step, sign the petition.
Second, get your friends onboard! Tell people why you are taking action and share our video on fracking. Third, find out what’s happening locally (or create your OWN event).
Stop Fracking in Your Community
Fracking mad, communities across the country are rising up against it. Check out what you can do locally. Or create your own event!
Why Does Governor Cuomo Support Fracking?
Why does Governor Cuomo support fracking? See Food & Water Watch’s video and tell Cuomo to ban fracking.
Your Efforts to Grow the Movement are WORKING
We’re tracking fracking and the efforts to ban it. Know of a local resolution? Tell us about it or find out about resolutions to ban fracking in your area. Thanks to activists like you, there’s no stopping this movement. Get an activist toolkit to help make your effort a success!
Join the Conversation
People are acting and speaking out against fracking PASSIONATELY. Jump in and add your voice at an event, on our blog, on Facebook and more.
Californians Fighting to Ban Fracking
Oil and gas fracking threatens California’s precious water, air, land and public health. Already, more than 50,000 Californians have asked for a ban. Our issue brief explains why the only way to protect Californian’s health and environment is to ban fracking. Join Californians in telling their governor and legislators to ban fracking now!