Drilling for natural gas is preceded by geophysical surveys. What lies beneath the surface of the earth can be estimated using measurements of various forces: magnetism, gravity, or sound (seismic). In late May and early June, an airplane was measuring the strength of the earth’s magnetic field across our region. The plane has twin engines […]
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Horizon Wind Energy’s plan for a Franklin wind farm advances with approval by the Planning Board and Town Board this June for the erection of a second meteorological tower. The first is on the western slope of Northfield Mountain (at 2,100 feet) and can be seen from Russell Road. The second will be on the
Deciding to lease your property for gas drilling may be the easiest step. Next you have to negotiate the wording of that lease. This article offers a basic lexicon of leasing. A gas lease is a binding contract with you (the lessor) granting a company (the lessee) the right to extract gas — and possibly
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