Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 17:30
Hear first-hand from US rancher John Fenton about his experiences living and farming surrounded by an unconventional gas field in Pavillion, Wyoming. Companies in Pavillion are fracking for tight gas, which is the same type of gas found in WA’s South West, Mid West and Kimberley regions. John will talk about the devastating impacts of gas activities on local groundwater supplies, farming operations and the health of his family and community. 5:30pm snacks. 6pm Presentation followed by panel discussion.
State Library of Western Australia, 25 Francis St, Perth