How do we train our workforce appropriate for the region’s role?
Given the geographic and geologic footprint of the Marcellus Shale, there will never be active development of this resource in [...]
Have they studied it properly?
America has produced oil and natural gas for more than 150 years. Over those years, processes have been refined, new [...]
Given lower price of natural gas, is there a benefit for being close to the development?
Absolutely. Historically, local utilities had to transport natural gas from the Gulf coast of the United States and the Midwest [...]
Why does my tap water explode now?
Given that we do not have any details regarding these claims, it is impossible to address them. However, and as [...]
Did the industry oppose a severance tax?
The Marcellus Shale Coalition opposes a severance tax and for good reason. Despite claims that the natural gas industry in [...]
How are they dealing with fracking problems?
Marcellus Shale development is regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). There is a host of regulations, specifically [...]
Why do you get tax breaks?
Since 2006, the natural gas industry has paid more than $1.6 billion in state and local taxes and paid $400 [...]
If I decide to lease my land, can I write the contract for industry to sign?
You would certainly have a hand in the process. Natural gas leases are contracts between the landowner and the natural [...]
What is the current “standard of care” that the drillers adhere to when it comes to maintaining a pollution free site and pollution free environment?
Thanks so much for asking. The Marcellus Shale Coalition Guiding Principles state the following: We, the members of the Marcellus [...]
Why does the industry refuse to disclose the dangerous, toxic chemicals used in this process?
On the contrary, the natural energy industry is required through by state regulation to disclose the additives used in the [...]
