Even though we desperately need a new, more sustainable source of energy in the United States, hydraulic fracturing does not seem to be the answer due to all the potential risks such as health. dangers, degradation of infrastructure and the environment as well as environmental risks. These problems are already seen in areas where hydraulic fracturing is already a source of local revenue and the presence of these problems becomes even more evident as time passes and hydraulic fracturing is present in an area for longer periods of time. . The risks really outweigh the possible benefits in this area