An open mind is needed on a shale gas industry in the UK, according to an energy partner with EY.
It comes on the same day as chemical giant Ineos welcomes its first shipment of US shale to Grangemouth.
Chris lewis, energy advisory partner with EY, said:“Securing the UK’s future energy supply requires exploring different options and their viability. Producing gas at home can reduce the UK’s reliance on imports and help bring energy bills down.
“We should not hamstring ourselves by dismissing the development of shale gas in the UK without first fully exploring how it can work and the potential economic prize on offer.
“We need to address the concerns of local communities and build a domestic industry that can provide local employment and ensure the process is safe and minimises local disruption.
“Countries such as Norway have established models that have allowed local economies to prosper from gas extraction. We should be properly considering all of the evidence and looking to build on that best practice.”
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