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Smart Energy Policy Could Usher in 100,000+ Jobs, $60B in GDP Growth
A series of discussions among forward-thinking business and community leaders generated a new set of policy actions focused on strategies …
$25B Invested in State-of-the-Art Natural Gas Power Plants Since 2016
Pennsylvania families don’t have to worry whether the lights will turn on or the heat will kick in, as local, …
MSC in Pocono Record: Pa. has a natural gas tax
Pennsylvania’s natural gas tax continues to pay off for communities around the state. Last week, the Commonwealth Financing Authority announced …
MSC in Observer-Reporter: Natural gas driving force behind Pa. manufacturing growth
By David Spigelmyer, David Taylor and Gene Barr Pennsylvania is steeped with a rich manufacturing history – boosted by a …
Natural Gas Drives U.S. Manufacturing Job Growth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emVmhD43bRI&feature=youtu.be A Manufacturing Day message from MSC’s Dave Spigelmyer and Pa. Manufacturers’ Association’s Dave Taylor America’s energy revolution – lead …
Pa. Energy Taxes for $200, Alex — Make it a True Daily Double!
Answer: Pa.’s tax on natural gas. Question: What is the impact fee or tax? PITTSBURGH, Pa. – Last night, before …
Counties with Ethane Crackers See Job Creation, Higher Incomes
The ethane cracker plant under construction in Beaver County will raise both average income levels and local employment rates, according …
MSC in Scranton Times-Tribune: Recent editorial falls woefully short of full truth
Relying on a deeply biased so-called “report,” a recent Times-Tribune editorial (“Disclose all fracking chemicals,” Sept. 13) falls woefully short …
Natural Gas Tax Revenues Benefit Communities Statewide
The Commonwealth Financing Authority awarded natural gas impact fee funded grants this week in support of important community projects across …
U.S. Natural Gas Exports “Spread Freedom Throughout the World”
Exports of abundant American natural gas can be a reliable solution to meeting Europe’s growing demand of the clean-burning fuel, …
MSC in Bradford Era: Natural gas a winner for region
It’s an absolute fact that natural gas development continues to be an economic and environmental winner for our region. But …
Shale Gas Drives U.S. Chemical Manufacturing Resurgence
Abundant, local natural gas is fueling a U.S. chemical manufacturing resurgence, according to an updated American Chemistry Council (ACC) report, …
Natural Gas Operators Maintain Strong Regulatory Compliance Amid Production Jump
Pennsylvania natural gas production hit all-time highs last year and energy operators maintained a strong 95% regulatory compliance rate, according …
VIDEO: MSC Thanks Building Trades Unions in Labor Day Message
While many of us are focused on backyard cookouts and back-to-school demands, this Labor Day let’s take a moment to …
MSC in Delaware Co. Daily Times: Common ground for Pa.: Natural gas is delivering results for citizens
By David Spigelmyer As we move deeper into this election season, candidates will crisscross the state offering solutions to create …
Pa. Energy Producers Hold ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ Outlook
With rig counts steadily rising, key infrastructure projects coming online, and production increasing, Pennsylvania’s energy producers have a cautiously optimistic …
DEP Encouraged to Explore Alternatives to Proposed Permit Fee Increase
A proposal to double the permitting fees for new unconventional wells is excessive and would further erode Pennsylvania’s competitiveness with …
MSC in Post-Gazette: Shale gas is saving Pennsylvanians on their energy costs
By David Spigelmyer A rock formation more than a mile beneath the Earth’s surface is generating billions of dollars in …