Nature Conservancy developing modeling tool to help drillers

A new modeling tool will allow drillers to examine the cost both in dollars and environmental impact of multiple scenarios for developing a drilling site. The tool is being developed by the Nature Conservancy, according to the organization's deputy Pennsylvania director, Nels Johnson. Importantly for the Conservancy, the tool will show the environmental impact beyond the site itself, putting it in the context of the surrounding ecosystem. You can learn more about the Conservancy's take on energy issues here.