Here's someone who is educated and uses some common sense:

http://www.apgq-qoga.com/en/2011/03/04/an-independent-expert-approves-of-the-controlled-development-of-shale-gas/

'In an article posted on the website of the TV channel Argent on February 28, 2011, Pierre-Olivier Pineau, a professor at HEC Montréal and an expert on sustainable development issues, is reported to state that in his opinion, the shale gas industry has been “unfairly demonized,” and BAPE should give a conditional green light to development of this resource.

Pineau is opposed to the moratorium, believing that shale gas mining is feasible, so long as regulations are enforced.

The article also reports that Pineau feels it would be a mistake to pass up the opportunity presented by this type of energy when public finances are being weakened by an aging population. While he doesn’t agree with those who describe it as a cash pipeline, Pineau believes the industry could provide $200 million a year to the government in royalties in addition to the creation of new jobs and the indirect returns from exploration and mining.'