Schedule
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
11:30 am – 7:00 pm | Registration Open
Sponsored by IUOE Local 66
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | SHALE INSIGHT® 2024 Welcome Reception
Welcome Reception
Lead Sponsor | Buchanan Ingersoll
Supporting Sponsors | Antero Resources, Commonwealth Partners, Moody & Associates, Inc., and Pittsburgh Regional Alliance
Join SHALE INSIGHT® 2024 Conference attendees on the Bayfront Convention Center’s Sunset Terrace located on the water’s edge. Network with colleagues while enjoying live music, a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres, and a world-class sunset.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
7:30 am – 6:00 pm |Registration Open
Sponsored by IUOE Local 66
8:30 am – 10:15 am | Breakfast, Welcome and General Sessions
Breakfast
Sponsored by Williams Companies, Inc.
Welcome to SHALE INSIGHT® 2024
David Callahan
President, Marcellus Shale Coalition
Joseph Schember
Mayor, City of Erie, Pennsylvania
General Session
Sponsored by CNX Resources
Midstream Evolution into the Full Value Chain
Sponsored by MPLX LP
Introduction
Christopher Rimkus, Esq.
Deputy General Counsel – Business Operations and Commercial, MPLX LP
Keynote
Marijean Morris
Vice President of G&P MPLX Business Development
10:15 am – 11:00 am | Networking Break in Exhibit Area
University Research Showcase
Sponsored by Olympus Energy
Refreshments
Sponsored by Commonwealth Foundation
11:15 am – 12:30 pm | Breakout Sessions
Appalachia Energy and Manufacturing
Sponsored by Clean Energy Manufacturing in Appalachia
As Appalachia’s robust energy industry continues to evolve, the Clean Energy Manufacturing in Appalachia (CEMA) project works to assist manufacturers across the basin enter into or expand their opportunities within the energy supply chain. The project also assists manufacturers reduce their overall energy costs and emissions profile through energy efficiency upgrades, including the deployment of smart technologies into their operations. Join us for an engaging discussion on how the regions manufacturers are helping to supply the world’s business and consumer needs in a growing energy economy.
Climate Change Litigation and Related Federal Regulations, Including EPA’s Methane Rule
Sponsored by Babst Calland
Panelists will describe and explain the status of litigation by cities and states against fossil fuel producers, including the two matters before the United States Supreme Court that will determine the direction of dozens if not hundreds of cases now pending in state courts. In addition, panelists will examine EPA’s Methane Rule and its various components, share updates and insights on the Methane Rule’s implementation and legal challenges, and discuss the relationship between EPA’s Methane Rule and EPA’s recent changes to the oil and gas greenhouse gas reporting requirements and proposed methane fee rule.
Jean Mosites, Esq.
Shareholder, Babst Calland
Gary Steinbauer, Esq.
Shareholder, Babst Calland
Municipal Update: Recent Ordinance Activity, Working with Townships, and More
Sponsored by Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS)
This session will provide a summary of recent ordinance activity throughout the Shale Play and include a discussion of best practices for managing relationships and projects between operators and township officials and staff.
Scott E. Coburn, Esq.
Education Director and Counsel, Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS)
Robert Max Junker, Esq.
Shareholder, Babst Calland
Pipelines: The Foundation of Sustainable Energy Diversification
Sponsored by TRC
Natural gas, delivered from a safe and reliable network of pipelines, has driven the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions for the power generation sector and filled the gap for on-demand, 24-7 power generation that wind and solar can struggle to meet. Pipelines – for natural gas, hydrogen, ammonia, and carbon dioxide – will remain the foundation for sustainable energy diversification. This panel will explore how pipeline operators can differentiate their projects by focusing on the merits of reduced carbon intensity, enhanced safety, decreased social and environmental burdens, co-created community benefits, and effective stakeholder engagement and communication.
12:30 pm – 2:15 pm | Luncheon and General Sessions
Luncheon
Sponsored by Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Welcome Back
Jeff M. Kotula
President, Washington County Chamber of Commerce
General Session
Sponsored by Coterra Energy
Introduction
David Callahan
President, Marcellus Shale Coalition
Keynote
Tom E. Jorden
Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, Coterra Energy
Unlocking Utica Oil
Sponsored by Encino Energy
In 2018, Encino acquired 1 million acres of Utica Shale leasehold in Ohio, providing the company a rare combination: a massive resource base in a supportive regulatory environment, diversity of products and end markets. Since the acquisition, Encino’s rigorous approach to continuous improvement unlocked the potential of the Utica Oil Play, propelling Encino net oil production to more than 40,000 barrels per day – more than half of Ohio’s total. While Encino has already transformed its Utica assets to deliver well economics competitive with the best U.S. shale plays, significant untapped opportunity still exists.
Introduction
Ray Walker
Chief Operating Officer, Encino Energy
Keynote
Hardy Murchison
President and Chief Executive Officer, Encino Energy
Closing Remarks and Networking Reception Invitation
2:15 pm – 3:00 pm | Networking Break in Exhibit Area
University Research Showcase
Sponsored by Olympus Energy
Refreshments
Sponsored by Commonwealth Foundation
3:15 pm – 4:30 pm | Breakout Sessions
Data and Technology Driven Developments for Intelligent Hydraulic Fracturing
Sponsored by Halliburton
The use of real time data analytics coupled with advancements in sensor and machine learning technology has resulted in significant improvements in providing configurability, reducing variability and maximizing efficiencies during hydraulic fracturing treatments. This session will explore several of these new technologies and provide real world and some Northeast specific examples of how they are being employed to help operators in the basin minimize risk and maximize their asset value.
Des Murphy
Business Development Technology Manager, Northeast Area, Halliburton
Federal and State Methane Regulations: Continuing Challenges for Operators
Sponsored by Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.
In recent months, the oil and gas industry has faced new finalized regulations that require further reduction of methane emissions and additional compliance requirements. This session will discuss the industry’s operational challenges and potential impacts of these new regulations. A panel of operators and subject matter experts will offer their perspectives and will discuss how they are achieving compliance in this new regulatory landscape.
PFAS and Marcellus Shale: How Federal and State Regulation of Forever Chemicals Could Impact the Oil and Gas Industry
Sponsored by Manko Gold Katcher & Fox, LLP
This panel presentation will provide updates and insight from technical and legal perspectives on how the federal government and states have been regulating the lifecycle of PFAS, including the April 2024 federal listing of PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under Superfund, and how these regulatory efforts may impact the exploration, development, production, and distribution of natural gas products in the region.
Technology Showcase
Sponsored by Repsol Oil and Gas, LLC Marcellus Business Unit
The SHALE INSIGHT® 2024 annual Technology Showcase provides a premiere opportunity for developers of emerging technologies to introduce new innovations to the natural gas industry and its service providers. Selected from a competitive field of entries by the MSC Research Collaborative, the Technology Showcase will highlight the latest technologies coming to the industry.
Keynote
Kristopher Perritt
Environmental Lead, Repsol E&P Safety and Environment Excellence Center
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm | Networking Reception in Exhibit Area
University Research Showcase
Sponsored by Olympus Energy
6:00 pm | Open Night
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
7:30 am – 12:30 pm | Registration Open
Sponsored by IUOE Local 66
8:30 am – 10:00 am | Breakfast and General Sessions
Breakfast
Sponsored by PennEnergy Resources
Welcome Back to SHALE INSIGHT® 2024
David Callahan
President, Marcellus Shale Coalition
URS Student Recognition and Highlights
Sponsored by Olympus Energy
Tim Dugan
President and Chief Executive Officer, Olympus Energy
The Role and Importance of US LNG in the Global Energy Transition
Sponsored by Range Resources
This presentation will discuss the future prospects and challenges for the ongoing global energy transition, in which energy security enhancement and decarbonization should be pursued simultaneously. The presentation will highlight the role and importance of US LNG in facilitating the global energy transition from the perspective of Japan and Asia.
Introduction
Luke Bernstein
President and Chief Executive Officer, Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry
Keynote
Dr. Ken Koyama, PhD
Chief Economist and Senior Managing Director, Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ)
Natural Gas: Fueling our Sustainable Energy Future
Sponsored by EQT Corporation
A conversation on the critical role of natural gas in shaping an affordable, reliable, and clean energy future.
Introduction
John Bane
Director of Government Affairs, EQT Corporation
Keynote
Toby Z. Rice
President and Chief Executive Officer, EQT Corporation
10:00 am – 10:45 am | Networking Break in Exhibit Area
University Research Showcase
Sponsored by Olympus Energy
Refreshments
Sponsored by Commonwealth Foundation
11:00 am – 12:15 pm | Breakout Sessions
Air Quality Monitoring at Unconventional Natural Gas Wellsites
Sponsored by CleanAir Engineering, Inc.
MRV and Preparing for a Global Regulatory Environment
Sponsored by Montrose Environmental
The new EU Methane regulation is set to require energy exporters to disclose their product’s methane intensity beginning in 2025 and compliance with a to-be-determined methane intensity limit by 2030. The Marcellus/Utica Shale is the highest producing gas play in the U.S., and natural gas is beginning to make its way to LNG export facilities. The EU Methane regulation regulates emissions outside the EU border by requiring exporters to institute robust Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) programs to meet import contractual methane intensity disclosure and limit requirements…regardless of the U.S. regulations in place. Our panel will discuss how this regulation may impact operators and best practices in the field and in data management that can be implemented to prepare for this global regulatory environment.
Natural Gas: Supporting and Growing the Residential, Commercial and Industrial Markets
Sponsored by American Gas Association
This session will explore the natural gas opportunities to expand residential, commercial, industrial markets. Hear how utilities and operators can work together at national, regional, and local levels to grow these markets; help local and state officials attract new and expand existing business; and protect critical energy resources for the communities we serve.
New Opportunities for Critical Minerals from the Oil and Gas Industry
Sponsored by Babst Calland
As the United States continues to develop new and existing sources of energy to diversify supply in light of exponential demand growth, the need for domestically produced and processed critical minerals (e.g., lithium) is presenting new opportunities for American companies. Current and future potential Administrations recognize the need to support domestic industries with a range of policy and legislative initiatives that support and grow raw material sourcing and supply. This session will examine existing policies and the potential direction of future growth in the new energy era for existing industries.
James Chen, Esq.
Shareholder, Babst Calland
12:15 pm – 1:45 pm | Luncheon and General Sessions
Luncheon
Sponsored by Seneca Resources Company, LLC
Welcome Back
Todd Abbott
Chief Operating Officer, Seneca Resources Company, LLC
General Session
Sponsored by Equitrans Midstream
Keynote
Honorable Robert P. Casey, Jr. (D-PA)
U.S. Senate
Keynote
Dave McCormick
Republican Nominee, U.S. Senate Candidate
General Session
Sponsored by Chesapeake Energy Corporation
