When the Ground Shakes: Induced Seismicity in the United States

This panel considers the rising costs and potential consequences of human-induced seismic events. Panelists will discuss how to engage stakeholders in addressing this emerging hazard and how to communicate about earthquakes in areas where they have not historically been a threat. Panelists will also discuss ways to target infrastructure that is now in need of earthquake mitigation, as well as working with leaders to adopt more robust building codes.

Moderator:

William Leith, U.S. Geological Survey

Panelists:

R. J. Briggs, Praedicat

Stuart Ellsworth, Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission

Julie Shemeta, MEQ Geo

H. Tristan Wu, University of North Texas