Fracking pros and cons

Introduction

Fracking is a term used for hydraulic fracturing, a procedure where rocks and rock formations are fractured to allow oil and gas to flow out. This is done by injecting fluid into cracks to force them to open further, making it easier to extract oil and gas.

Fracking pros.

1. Access to Alternative Source of Fuel.

The overwhelming supply of oil and gas may seem a negative aspect today, but there will come a time when these resources become scarce again. Through fracking whatever shortage the world will experience will be resolved. Continuous study into the effects of hydraulic fracturing will also lead to more innovative and safer ideas of extracting natural gas. When both traditional oil drilling and fracturing work hand in hand, fuel shortage could be completely avoided.

2. Lower Energy Cost.

With oil and gas produced locally, industries that greatly rely on these fuel resources can become more competitive due to lower energy cost. This is why many believed that fracking has positively transformed the energy situation in the U.S. This can also result in lower taxes, especially when exporting oil is minimized.

3. Buys More Time.

Until renewable energy is fully developed and made accessible to everyone, fracking will buy the world some time to turn such a plan into a reality.

Fracking cons.

1. Possible Water Contamination.

Apart from possible water shortage, hydraulic fracturing is also linked to water pollution. Pro-fracking may say that there is no proof of such occurrence, but this is only because areas suspected of contamination were not thoroughly investigated. The Natural Resource Defense Council, however, were able to provide a list of incidents of water pollution that are caused by fracking, prompting the council to support the federal regulation of the Safe Drinking Water Act.

2. May Trigger Earthquakes.

Processes of fracturing have been linked to several earthquakes in the U.S. and overseas, one of which is in Blackpool. In a report, private company Cuadrilla Resources admitted that two “seismic events” that occurred in Blackpool in early 2011, may have been caused by fracking.

 These measured 2.3 and 1.5 on the Richter scale, respectively.

Memo

From: javier Tirado

To: Enterprise Xxx

Subject: Rising water demand.

The water shortage is a rising problem that is going to affect us in the future.

We are placed in a very dry area and if water scarce too much we may have a big problem developing our activities.

To avoid stop with our labors, I propose the installation of cooling towers in order to be able to get back more water which we use from the rivers and aquifers.

 I´ve calculated that with 3 of these towers we can reduce in an 80% our current water supplies.

 So, to conclude, cooling towers it may be a worth it way to face  the water shortage in the near future.

Kind regards.

The dry facts summarize

Nowadays water is a scarce resource and in the future is going to be scarcer due to the climate change and the constant rising population (it´s necessary to meet the demand).

The most important thing to fight against water shortage is managing it properly.

The water has to be price it correctly. Investors need reasons to invest in fruitful ways to supply it. It has to be clear who owns the right to extract and supply natural water.

Email applying for a job

Subject: (Process engineer)

To whom it may concern.

Please find my attached cover letter and CV for the offered position.

Thank you very much for your attention.

Best regards

Javier Tirado Gonzalez.

Cover letter

Name: Javier Tirado

Email: Javier@alunos.upm.es

Phone:123456789

Date: 11/6/16

Ref.SM.16

Mr. John Smith/HHRR DEPARTMENT

Head of human resources

Dear MR Smith

I have seen your ad in INFOJOBS where you offer the position of process Development Engineer

As you can see in my attached CV, I hold a chemical engineering degree in Polytechnic University of Madrid, and have taken extensive courses in technical process engineer subjects.

Thank you very much for your attention, I will be glad to solve you any doubts regarding my suitability for my candidacy.

I will be looking forward to receiving your answer.

Best regards.

Javier Tirado González

CV

Javier Tirado

Madrid, Ronda de Valencia,3

Javier.tirado@hotmail.com

11/07/16

Personal statement

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A last year Chemical engineering student from the Polytechnic University of Madrid, who is looking to secure a position as a Process Engineer or similar to develop my current skills and provide new ideas and youthful energy to your enterprise.

My eventual career goal is to assume responsibility for the development of new process and actively contribute to the overall success of the company.

Education

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University Name

(2012 – 2016) Polytechnic University of Madrid

Key Skills gained:

·        Analytical and conceptual thinking, ability to handle, analyse and interpret complex data, before presenting it back based on the overall analysis made.

·        Advanced problem solving and numeracy skills.

·        Competent in all areas of Microsoft Office, including Access, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

School Name

(2006 – 2012) ¨colegio nuestra señora santa maría¨ (Madrid)

Work Experience

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A private teacher of maths and chemistry high school students 2013-2015

Languages

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Native Spanish

Upper intermediate English

Some German skills.

Gadget presentation

Informal letter model (11)

Subject: Meeting tomorrow with Smith from Basf

Hi Daniel:

Kurt Smith is coming to our office tomorrow at 10, two hours before expected.

I will be busy at that time, due to a previous appointment, so you will have to meet him.

Feel free to accept his needs, we want to keep them as our clients

whatever may came out, contact me.

Bye, see you.

Formal letter model (12)

Subject: Appointment delay.

Dear Mr. Stone

I am very sorry to communicate you that, due to unexpected changes, I won´t be able to arrive at your offices at 10 10:00 as scheduled, but only at 11.

If this time does not suit you. Please, feel free to propose any other time at your convenience.

I would appreciate if you could get my a quick reply in order to readapt my agenda

Sorry again for the inconveniences.

Best regards

Javier Tirado

Chemical engineering glosary

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Chemical engineering glosary

What skills do I need to develop to become an effective engineer?

To be an effective engineer, you need many qualities and skills, and also be a dynamic person who adapt to new challenges.

You have to focus on the next skills:

Technical competence: Skills and ability to do your job properly, and be an interested person who continues learning during your career.

Communications skills: You need writing and speaking skills to be a good communicator, and also master a second language.

Leadership skills:  You must have the capacity to make relevant decisions and to influence people.

Teamwork: You need the ability to work with people, organized in team, and face problems that they have not faced before.

Summary:  To be an effective engineer you have to be well-rounded on these qualities and skills.