Law No. 19.878 prohibiting the exploitation of shale gas in the State of Paraná by the method of hydraulic fracturing - fracking.
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Type of law
Legislation
Abstract
This Law prohibits the exploitation of shale gas in the State of Paraná by the method of hydraulic fracturing - fracking. In addition to this method, the ban extends to other types of soil exploitation that may cause groundwater contamination and other environmental or health-damaging accidents.
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Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force on the day of its publication.
Notes
This Law repeals Law No. 18.947 of 22 December 2016.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Lei n. 19.878 - Proíbe a exploração do gás de xisto no Estado do Paraná pelo método de fratura hidráulica - fracking.