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ConocoPhillips plans more exploration fracking in N.W.T.

ConocoPhillips is looking to drill 10 more exploratory fracking wells in the Northwest Territories within the next five years.
ConocoPhillips drilled two exploratory horizontal wells near Norman Wells, N.W.T., this winter. The company did not return to the site, located south of Norman Wells nor does it plan to next year. (CBC)

ConocoPhillips is looking to drill 10 more exploratory fracking wells in the Northwest Territories within the next five years.

It plans to submit its application to theSahtuLand and Water Board by Tuesday.

Work has endedat the two horizontal wells that were drilled near Norman Wells this winter and no drilling or exploratory work is planned for next winter.

A spokesperson for the company says they willtravel to communities in the Sahtu this Juneto hear people's concerns about the potential new work.