Ukraine seeking techniques for shale gas extraction

The Kyiv Post reports that the Ukrainian government is in talks to acquire shale gas knowledge.

"We are in talks on the acquisition of techniques for shale gas extraction," said First Vice Prime Minister Andriy Kliuyev.

He also noted that the government is considering the alternative of collecting methane released when extracting coal.

Earlier this month, Fuel and Energy Minister Yuriy Boiko said that Ukraine plans to sign contracts with U.S. companies for unconventional gas production prior to the end of this year,

Minister Boiko stated that Ukraine’s shale deposits appear to be amongst the most prospective in Europe.

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