Learn about the misconceptions Americans have about energy, “fracking” and the natural gas and oil industry. Americans’ energy misconceptions can have a direct negative impact the industry and o ... Read more
Published by The Heartland Institute. As many as 9,000 non-metallic mines operate in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin – approximately one mine for every 3,000 residents. Until recently, thos ... Read more
Published by The Heartland Institute. Hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas production has dramatically increased the demand for industrial silica sand, known as “frac sand,” available in g ... Read more
Natural gas offers a tankful of potential benefits for mine fleet operators, but plummeting oil prices will likely keep diesel fuel top choice at the pump for the near future. Read more