por Comunicação Arayara | 13, set, 2022 | Fracking |
El encuentro tuvo lugar para afirmar el compromiso con la Fe, la Paz y el Clima
¿Qué es el fracking?
El fracking, también conocido como fracturamiento hidráulico, es un proceso que implica la inyección de grandes volúmenes de agua, productos químicos y arena a alta presión en capas de roca subterránea para liberar el gas natural atrapado. Aunque es una técnica utilizada en varios países, es controvertida debido a los daños ambientales y ecológicos que causa, como la contaminación de las aguas subterráneas, la liberación de gases de efecto invernadero, los terremotos inducidos, entre otros.
La COESUS – Coalición No al Fracking Brasil por el Agua y la Vida, una campaña del Instituto Internacional Arayara, mantiene una asociación con la Iglesia Católica en defensa de la vida y contra el llamado “Gas de la Muerte”. En cada ciudad que COESUS visita, se busca la iglesia local para reafirmar la asociación establecida en defensa del planeta y de la protección de la vida.
El 13 de septiembre de 2022, No al Fracking Brasil tuvo la oportunidad de conversar con el Padre Francielio de São João dos Patos, en Maranhão. El padre se puso a disposición del equipo para ayudar en la concienciación y los presentó al Obispo de Caxias, Dom Sebastião. El pontífice invitó al equipo de COESUS y a su representante, Dalcio Costa, a participar en la X Romería de la Juventud y a conversar con los jóvenes presentes sobre los impactos del fracking en el trabajo y la vida.
El tema de la romería era “Nuestro Grito es por el Trabajo y la Vida”. Además, el equipo también tuvo la oportunidad de conversar con el Obispo de Balsas, Dom Valentim. Durante el encuentro, reforzó la lucha contra el fracking y compartió sobre un proyecto de su iniciativa para plantar 8 millones de árboles.
La presencia de COESUS en las comunidades religiosas es de suma importancia, ya que la concienciación sobre los peligros del fracking y la defensa del medio ambiente están estrechamente relacionadas con los valores de la fe y la paz. La iglesia desempeña un papel fundamental en la sensibilización de los fieles y en la promoción de acciones concretas en favor de la preservación del planeta.
En este sentido, la asociación entre COESUS y los líderes religiosos fortalece el mensaje de protección de la “casa común” y de la vida en todas sus formas. La concienciación de los jóvenes, en particular, es esencial, ya que son ellos quienes heredarán el futuro y enfrentarán los impactos de las decisiones tomadas hoy.
COESUS mantiene su compromiso con Dom Sebastião, Dom Valentim y muchos otros líderes religiosos en defensa del medio ambiente y en contra del fracking.
por Comunicação Arayara | 13, set, 2022 | Fracking |
NOTA
13 de septiembre de 2022
¿Qué es el fracking?
El fracking, también conocido como fracturamiento hidráulico, es un proceso que implica la inyección de grandes volúmenes de agua, productos químicos y arena a alta presión en capas de roca subterránea para liberar el gas natural atrapado. Aunque es una técnica utilizada en varios países, es controvertida debido a los daños ambientales y ecológicos que causa, como la contaminación de las aguas subterráneas, la liberación de gases de efecto invernadero, los terremotos inducidos, entre otros.
La COESUS – Coalición No al Fracking Brasil por el Agua y la Vida, una campaña del Instituto Internacional Arayara, estuvo presente en el Quilombo de Faveira, ubicado en São João dos Patos, en el estado de Maranhão, para llevar a cabo una importante capacitación con 32 residentes. El objetivo del encuentro fue informar y concientizar a la comunidad sobre los impactos del fracking.
Durante la capacitación, representantes de COESUS presentaron información y evidencia científica que demuestra los riesgos asociados al fracking, además de compartir experiencias de otras regiones donde la técnica ya está en funcionamiento. El objetivo fue proporcionar herramientas para que los residentes del Quilombo de Faveira puedan comprender los impactos potenciales y tomar decisiones informadas sobre la preservación de sus territorios.
COESUS destacó la importancia de la unidad y movilización de la comunidad para enfrentar los desafíos planteados por el fracking, enfatizando que la defensa del hogar común y la protección del medio ambiente son responsabilidades de todos. Los residentes del Quilombo de Faveira mostraron un gran interés y compromiso durante la capacitación, demostrando su determinación en proteger su territorio y garantizar un futuro sostenible para las generaciones futuras.
El intercambio de información y experiencias fortaleció los lazos entre la comunidad y COESUS, reafirmando la importancia de las alianzas para construir un movimiento cada vez más sólido en defensa del medio ambiente.
por Comunicação Arayara | 13, set, 2022 | Fracking |
Meeting took place to affirm commitment to Faith, Peace and Climate
What is fracking?
Fracking – also called hydraulic fracturing – is a process that involves injecting large volumes of water, chemicals and sand at high pressure into underground rock layers to release trapped natural gas. Despite being a technique already used in several countries, it is controversial because it causes environmental and ecological damage, including contamination of groundwater, release of greenhouse gases, induced earthquakes, etc.
COESUS – Coalition No Fracking Brazil for Water and Life, a campaign by the Arayara International Institute, maintains a partnership with the Catholic Church in defense of life and against the so-called “Gas of Death”. In each city that COESUS visits, the local church is sought to reaffirm the partnership established in defense of the planet and the protection of life.
On September 13, 2022, Não Fracking Brasil had the opportunity to talk to Father Francielio, from São João dos Patos, Maranhão. The priest made himself available to the team to help raise awareness and introduced them to the Bishop of Caxias, Dom Sebastião. The pontiff invited the COESUS team and its representative, Dalcio Costa, to participate in the X Youth Pilgrimage and talk to the young people present about the impacts of fracking at work and in life. The theme of the pilgrimage was “Our Shout is for Work and Life” .
In addition, the team also had the opportunity to talk with the Bishop of Balsas, Dom Valentim. During the meeting, he reinforced the fight against fracking and shared about a project he initiated to plant 8 million trees.
The presence of COESUS in religious communities is extremely important, as awareness of the dangers of fracking and the defense of the environment are closely linked to the values of faith and peace. The church plays a fundamental role in raising the awareness of the faithful and in promoting concrete actions in favor of preserving the planet.
In this sense, the partnership between COESUS and religious leaders strengthens the message of protection for the “common home” and life in all its forms. The awareness of young people, in particular, is essential, as they are the ones who will inherit the future and will face the impacts of decisions made today.
COESUS maintains its commitment to Dom Sebastião, Dom Valentim and many other religious leaders in defense of the environment and against fracking.
por Comunicação Arayara | 13, set, 2022 | Fracking |
NOTA
Date: September 13, 2022
What is fracking?
Fracking – also called hydraulic fracturing – is a process that involves injecting large volumes of water, chemicals and sand at high pressure into underground rock layers to release trapped natural gas. Despite being a technique already used in several countries, it is controversial because it causes environmental and ecological damage, including contamination of groundwater, release of greenhouse gases, induced earthquakes, etc.
COESUS – Coalition No Fracking Brazil for Water and Life, a campaign by the Arayara International Institute, was present at Quilombo de Faveira, located in São João dos Patos, in the state of Maranhão, to carry out an important training course with 32 residents. The objective of the meeting was to inform and make the community aware of the impacts of Fracking.
During the training, COESUS representatives presented information and scientific evidence that demonstrate the risks associated with Fracking, in addition to sharing experiences from other regions where the technique is already in operation. The aim was to provide subsidies so that the residents of Quilombo de Faveira could understand the potential impacts and make informed decisions about the preservation of their territories.
COESUS highlighted the importance of uniting and mobilizing the community to face the challenges brought by Fracking, emphasizing that defending our common home and protecting the environment are everyone’s responsibility. Residents of Quilombo de Faveira showed great interest and engagement during the training, demonstrating their determination to protect their territory and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
The exchange of information and experiences strengthened the ties between the community and COESUS, reaffirming the importance of partnerships for building an increasingly solid movement in defense of the environment.
por Comunicação Arayara | 13, set, 2022 | Fracking |
Excessive water consumption by the method and soil contamination are among the causes
What is fracking?
Fracking – also called hydraulic fracturing – is a process that involves injecting large volumes of water, chemicals and sand at high pressure into underground rock layers to release trapped natural gas. Despite being a technique already used in several countries, it is controversial because it causes environmental and ecological damage, including contamination of groundwater, release of greenhouse gases, induced earthquakes, etc.
The oil industry is one of the greatest threats to the health of our planet. According to the UN, the oil sector is the main contributor to the worsening climate change. In addition, this industry depends on a resource that is the most valuable for life: water. In the case of fracking, millions of liters of potable water are used, which competes directly with other industries, agribusiness and the general population.
One of the sectors strongly affected by fracking is the production of beverages, such as cachaça and beer. Soil contamination – where barley and the grains used to produce the drink are grown – and the quality of water from aquifers are factors of great concern for production.
The team from COESUS – Coalition No Fracking Brazil for Water and Life, a campaign by the Arayara International Institute, visited, on September 13, 2022, the Baixão do Cosmo brandy factory, where they could observe all the cachaça production and talk to the owner about the impacts that fracking could generate in his sector. The group highlighted to the owner of the Baixão do Cosmo brandy factory the risks that fracking represents for his business and also for the environment.
Soil and groundwater contamination can compromise the quality of the inputs used in the manufacture of the drink, directly affecting the taste and safety of the final product. Furthermore, the scarcity of potable water, caused by the excessive use of this resource in fracking, can impact the entire production chain.
Faced with the challenges faced by the beverage industry and other activities that depend on water as an essential resource, it is necessary to stop the shale gas exploration model and seek more sustainable alternatives that are less harmful to the environment. The preservation of water and the promotion of renewable energies are essential ways to guarantee a future for society.
