The Karoo Basin
Shell has applied for rights to explore for natural gas in the Karoo. We want to meet communities and develop this to everyone’s benefit
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The Karoo
The Karoo is a special place that must be respected - socially and environmentally. We are committed to the sustainable development of clean-burning natural gas in an environmentally sound manner, while working collaboratively with local communities to ensure all concerns are addressed and considered. Click here to visit our global website and find out more on shale gas.
The Journey
South Africa must continue to work toward overcoming energy challenges it faces today in order to meet the demands of tomorrow.
Commitment
We are committed to being a good neighbour. We are working to communicate directly with the people of South Africa about this process.
Natural Gas
Natural gas is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel and it is also affordable, abundant and environmentally acceptable.
Karoo Communications
The Karoo Communications fact sheets published by Jan Willem Eggink,Upstream General Manager, shell South Africa.
Hydraulic Fracturing
Producing natural gas trapped in densely packed rock deep beneath the earth’s surface uses a technology known as hydraulic fracturing.
Water
New and advanced technologies are helping us to reduce the amount of water we need for our exploration operations.
Safety and Environment
Safety is our top priority. We aim to have zero fatalities and no incidents that harm people, or put our neighbours at risk.
Communities
Wherever we operate we are part of a community. Our projects bring jobs and we also work to share benefits with local communities.
Ipsos Polling Results
Ipsos released polling results on South Africans' opinions towards natural gas exploration in the Karoo.
