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"en.20121121.20.3-270-000"2
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"Mr President, ladies and gentlemen, I voted for Mr Sonik’s report because it presents a balanced approach to shale gas. We cannot ignore the truth that there is a wide spectrum of opinions on this issue ranging from complete rejection to extreme support. There is no doubt that there are risks from the current hydraulic fracturing technology. However, efforts are being made to find suitable solutions for the hazards causing public concern, and the time when the risks related to fracking are on a par with common industrial conventional risks is not far away. We cannot, however, afford to ignore the potential benefits of shale gas extraction in Europe for improving the economy, restoring competitiveness to EU industry, and resolving the issue of the volatility of energy generated from renewable sources. For some Member States, shale gas is almost the only opportunity to gain energy security and independence, which is a powerful political incentive for public acceptance. I support the research initiated by the Commission, which will help to determine the need for stronger EU legislation on the known risks of shale gas extraction. The combination of many versatile factors means that today we must leave behind the extreme emotional approach of denial and instead use sound judgement and comprehensive analysis."@en1
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