Answer to Question #195024 in Economics for Phumzile Zondi

Question

Natural gas extraction in the Karoo is promoted as the solution to South Africas energy crisis. Discuss

Answer 1

Natural gas extraction is being promoted as the solution to South Africa's energy crisis. Shell and other energy companies want to harness the untapped reserves of natural gas below the Karoo using fracking. This is meeting stiff opposition, particularly from residents of the Karoo who are concerned about the risks.