When did shale drilling start in the U.S.?
Good question. Truth be told, the first natural gas well in North America was actually a shale well in Fredonia, [...]
What is the education process?
Jobs in the natural gas industry vary widely, so there are many education tracks that one can pursue. From well-tenders [...]
Give an overview of natural gas development – who, what, when, where, why; have a one-pager
The safe, tightly-regulated production of clean-burning natural gas involves several fundamental steps: Companies lease mineral rights from land- and mineral-owners; [...]
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 [...]
Will the Coalition do anything to dispel the fears that individuals have about water pollution, etc.?
Absolutely. This is partly the goal behind this question and answer website: to engage every day Pennsylvanians about the safe [...]
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 [...]
Who do I contact about advertising?
If you are looking to advertise with the Marcellus Shale Coalition, we do not offer direct advertising opportunities. However, if [...]
How many states have a severance tax on natural gas?
To date, at least 36 states impose various types of severance taxes on natural gas development, while 31 states specifically [...]
How do I invest in this?
There is a host of public and private companies along the natural gas supply chain that are actively developing the [...]
What about job opportunities?
With over 250,000 Pennsylvanians working in Marcellus Shale and related industries, and the vast majority of all new hires coming [...]
