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 @B26W793answered…3wks3W

Yes, but fracking is not a technique that would be commercially viable with Ireland's geologic properties. The question should be more broadly about becoming self sufficient in the medium term for our hydrocarbon needs.

 @9ZT6YMWanswered…2mos2MO

Do not know enough about topic, believe in environmental regulation and protecting the climate, however, not doing it at all will mean we need to get this energy from other countries that may not regulate at all which doesn't help the problem, ultimatley reduce reliance on these resources is the best option

 @9ZT4KS5answered…2mos2MO

No, we should look research less harmful options but I understand this can't be immediately stopped without a replacement option in place.

 @9ZJ6XD8answered…2mos2MO

Yes and no. We should increase oversight, there is lots of corruption within the oil industry. We should also pursue more sustainable ways of producing energy as oil is a finite resource and we must protect our environment to ensure we have a future

 @9ZHYV9Xanswered…2mos2MO

It seems a bit silly to do so when we don't have any available oil to frack, unless you know something I don't and there is a load under the Burren.

 @9ZGJ7LRanswered…2mos2MO

Yes but only as a short term solution to the energy crisis. We should pursue more sustainable energy resources

 @9ZDW5P9answered…2mos2MO

Is there a more sustainable way of extracting oil and other materials from the earth without damaging it

 @9YNFWHHanswered…2mos2MO

i think the amount of fracking should be reduced as it is both beneficial and harmful to the country and planet

 @9K486Y8answered…11mos11MO

I do not support it of it will in any way effect the landscape of our country or permanently change it.

 @97ZZYBWanswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, we don't have any cheap renewable energy, poor people need non renewable energy because it's cheaper for them

 @97Y94ZPanswered…2yrs2Y

No, Ireland has enough offshore gas for 30 years of increasing energy needs

 @9BZH9B6answered…2yrs2Y

Only in less populated areas and only if it is going to benefit our own country and reduce Oil & Gas charges for our population.

 @945SF5Yanswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, but within a plan that balances transition to a greener energy production with energy prices and global economic climate

 @93ZLLPNanswered…2yrs2Y

Yes, if regulated and the company is accountable for potential damages, and if the oil sources are state owned.

 @93JPYHYanswered…3yrs3Y

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you think of a time when an environmental issue affected your life or that of your community, and how does that influence your view on fracking?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If a friend argued that fracking is essential for economic growth, how would you respond, considering both the environment and job creation?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you think technological advancements can make fracking safer and more environmentally friendly, or should we focus on alternative resources?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What is a change you would be willing to make to your current lifestyle if it meant reducing the negative impacts of energy extraction?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If you had to choose between lower energy costs or environmental protection, which would you pick, and what informs your decision?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you envision the ideal energy future, and what role does non-renewable energy play in that vision?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Considering the global demand for energy, how do you balance the need for oil and gas with the potential risks to the environment?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What values or priorities do you think should guide our energy production choices in the face of climate change and why?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Have you or someone you know experienced any direct impact from fracking, and if so, what was that impact?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you feel if a fracking site was set up near your community, and what concerns or benefits come to mind?

 @8PGZTFZanswered…4yrs4Y

Yes, only while we find more sustainable energy resources and not in heavily populated areas

 @928B7JHanswered…3yrs3Y

Yes, when reasonable case can be made for little to no environmental damage.

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