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Informative Article | Agricultural Economics | India | Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025 | Rating: 5.8 / 10
A Mortal Danger that Shakes the Resources from The Depth 'Methane'
Pradheep Krishna
Abstract: This paper examines the multifaceted dangers associated with methane, focusing on its environmental and health impacts. It discusses the risks of methane emissions from coal beds, with particular emphasis on the hazardous consequences of coal bed methane (CBM) extraction. The paper also addresses the potential dangers posed by the Sagar mala project, which involves significant coastal infrastructure development in India, potentially exacerbating methane release from natural deposits. Additionally, the environmental consequences of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) for methane extraction are explored, highlighting concerns over water contamination, air pollution, and induced seismicity. In contrast, the paper presents alternative, sustainable solutions for methane extraction, specifically in the Thanjavur region. These include innovative, non - invasive methods such as biogas production and the safe capture of methane from natural sources, offering a more environmentally responsible approach to methane utilization. The goal of this paper is to provide a comprehensive overview of the dangers associated with methane while proposing safer, more sustainable practices for its extraction.
Keywords: methane emissions, coal bed methane, Sagar mala project, hydraulic fracturing, sustainable extraction
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025,
Pages: 77 - 82