This article addresses the research to learn more about the proper disposal of wastewater. Wastewater contains pollutants and unknown compounds which may have short term and long term negative effects on the environment. Therefore, researchers are primarily searching for a method of disposal for the wastewater which minimizes the risk for the surrounding environment.

Key Takeaways:

• Disposing of waste water from unconventional gas and oil techniques is one of the biggest challenges facing the UK.
• One particular area where more research is needed is into the impact and environmental costs of waste water produced by oil and gas companies.
• In fact there is currently no data available about how much waste water is currently produced from UK oil and gas companies.

“The report in the aftermath of the workshop raised the issue of stresses on water both in quality and quantity.Water connects not only sectors, but also nations, communities and different actors.”

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