Drilling: A High Stakes Game

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
oil gas well drilling conflicting interests players mineral rights royalties fossil fuels pollutants permit contract legal agreement stakes economy ecosystem
Subjects
Science
Grade Levels
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Drilling: A High Stakes Game

Who decides where an oil or gas well is drilled? There are many players involved. In this video, we look at all the stakeholders in the process and address how decisions are made about drilling in and around communities. Don’t miss the excellent lesson plan that pairs with this video, Boomtown Game (Grades 6-12).
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PBS Learning Media

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