Recommendations for minimising the impact and risks of hydraulic fracturing for shale gas in Europe

Peer reviewed paper on predictions of fracture disturbed zone by hydraulic fracturing models. Aim: Public dissemination of scientific recommendations for hydraulic fracturing resulting from review of best practices, experiments and modelling. Scope: Integration of reviews (mainly U.S.A. and Canada) and research into scientific recommendations for hydraulic fracturing provides guidelines for different stakeholders in shale gas activities, and aids discussions on proper technical criteria for licenses to operate.