Scientists say unlocking South Africa’s massive 209 trillion cubic feet shale gas reserve may trigger new earthquake risks
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Business InsiderScientists say unlocking South Africa’s massive 209 trillion cubic feet shale gas reserve may trigger new earthquake risksbusinessinsider.comSouth Africa’s plan to unlock one of the world’s largest shale gas resources has encountered a new challenge after scientists identified previously unknown fault lines beneath the Karoo Basin, raising concerns about potential seismic risks linked to future exploration.
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