Is there a way to get it safely from the ground without causing damage and contaminating water?
Yes. Natural gas development from shale formations is a time-tested process, that when done in accordance with state and federal [...]
Can you be transparent with regards to fracking chemicals?
Transparency is a key tenant of our organizations mission, as outlined in our Guiding Principles. When it comes to the [...]
Why aren’t companies releasing the names of ALL chemicals being used? It should not be proprietary.
It’s true that some additives used in the hydraulic fracturing process are considered proprietary, but we’re talking about a small [...]
Are they going to have to drill here and tear down buildings?
MSC member companies are committed to creating strong working relationships with mineral- and land-owners, as well as the broader communities [...]
Does it affect the earth fault lines and earthquakes?
Drilling and hydraulic fracturing, all done within an aggressive regulatory framework, does not pose a high risk for seismic activity, [...]
Why are the chemicals exempt from EPA regulation and unlabeled?
We’ve been asked on occasion whether the natural gas development — specifically hydraulic fracturing — earned an exemption from a [...]
Is it true that drilling/fracking has resulted in Methane being present in drinking water?
Shallow natural gas -- or methane -- has historically been, and continues to be, present underground across Pennsylvania. This methane, [...]
Is the fractured/folded bedrock of NE PA conducive to fracking for gas?
As you may know, the Marcellus Shale is considered to be the world’s second largest natural gas field. Geophysicists and [...]
When comparing fuels, how does natural gas fare with respect to GHG emissions for electricity?
This, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: At the power plant, the burning of natural gas produces nitrogen oxides [...]
Is the industry willing to assist the conservation groups in fundraising to support habitat work?
We certainly work with a number of conservation and sportsmen groups to ensure that habitat is managed and restored to [...]
