Unite Against Hidden Chemical Hazards — Defend Clean Water
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Our water is at risk, and time is running out—stand with us to unmask the hidden chemicals threatening our health, land, and future.
Fracking can push hidden substances below the surface, turning safe water into a serious risk. It can cause children to grow sick, animals to die, and whole communities to lose access to clean resources.
Investigations have revealed that drilling companies sometimes inject undisclosed chemicals into the ground in the fracking process1. Local water supplies then become tainted, and entire ecosystems suffer the fallout2.
Current rules let these companies keep vital information from the public3. American families want to know what seeps into their wells, yet corporate secrecy often stands in the way. Experts warn that immediate action is necessary because water tables remain vulnerable to potentially dangerous contaminants4. In many cases, local residents discover pollution that threatens entire regions.
Time for Full Disclosure
Our nation needs a straightforward policy that forces these companies to reveal every chemical they inject. This transparency would help communities protect both farmland and vital water sources.
Agencies monitor some aspects of drilling, but oversight remains incomplete1. We can reach energy goals without sacrificing the public’s health.
A full disclosure requirement is the most reliable way to protect families, farmers, and wildlife. Without it, polluters can conceal hazards from neighbors and regulators2.
Take Action Now
Countless households have seen health issues after exposure to tainted water3. These families deserve clear answers, not confusion.
Help us ask the U.S. Secretary of the Interior and the Administrator of the EPA to mandate chemical disclosure. Sign now and stand for clean water, strong communities, and a healthier future.
- Martha Pskowski, Inside Climate News and Carlos Nogueras, Texas Tribune, Inside Climate News (29 February 2025), "Abandoned Oil Wells in West Texas."
- Elliott Woods, Capital & Main (29 April 2024), "Thousands of Abandoned Oil and Gas Wells Pollute the Texas Landscape."
- Mitch Borden, Marfa Public Radio (6 August 2024), "After discovering old oil and gas wells leaking on their land, one West Texas ranch owner aims to hold companies accountable."
- Dylan Baddour, Inside Climate News and Carlos Noguera Ramos, Texas Tribune, La Illuminator (10 August 2024), "Ranchers reported abandoned oil wells spewing wastewater. A new study blames fracking."
The Petition:
To the U.S. Secretary of the Interior and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency,
We, the undersigned, respectfully submit this petition requesting the immediate introduction of legislation that mandates fracking companies to disclose all chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing process. Communities across the United States rely on clean groundwater for drinking, agriculture, and sustaining local ecosystems. Unfortunately, fracking operations—when chemicals remain undisclosed—create a significant risk of chemical run-off, which can lead to water contamination and present severe threats to public health and wildlife alike.
Requiring full transparency regarding the substances used in fracking would enable the public to understand the degree of environmental and health hazards that may arise. This information is crucial for individuals, scientists, and regulators to identify potential risks, develop more effective safety guidelines, and advocate for best practices.
Conservation and responsible environmental stewardship are vital at this juncture because the ecological damage inflicted today has far-reaching impacts on future generations. Protecting the integrity of our groundwater, habitats, and drinking water supplies cannot be left to guesswork. We must prioritize legislation that safeguards both people and nature from the unknown effects of hidden chemical use.
By compelling fracking companies to disclose all materials, we can ensure better oversight, encourage safer methods, and foster responsible resource development. These actions will help preserve our shared environment and guarantee a healthier future for everyone.
Sincerely,
