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Does is hurt the community or the economy?
The economic impact of natural gas development has brought great opportunity to every corner of the commonwealth, most notably to […]
Can you give me a job?
The MSC’s Jobs Portal is a great one-stop shop that lists various job profiles, provides information on skills, education and […]
Top White House Nat’l Security Advisor Touts Clear Benefits of American Natural Gas
At the launch today of Columbia University’s Center on Global Energy Policy, a diverse group of thought-leaders and policy experts […]
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; […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Is the industry willing to create a pool of funds within either the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation or another credible foundation that would be used to fund competitive grants to conservation groups in Pennsylvania interested in identifying opportunities to benefit fish and wildlife in partnership with the industry?
Through Act 13, the natural gas industry has contributed over $400 million in impact fees that can be used for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What They’re Saying About Clean, American Natural Gas
Pittsburgh, Pa. – The safe development of clean-burning American natural gas – a process tightly overseen by state regulators – […]
MSC Earth Day Statement: “Natural Gas Providing Tremendous Environmental Benefits”
Pittsburgh, Pa. – Marcellus Shale Coalition (MSC) CEO Kathryn Klaber issued the following statement regarding the 43rd annual Earth Day: […]
MSC’s Kathryn Klaber Lays out Natural Gas Facts in Delaware Co. Times
It was disappointing to read a recent editorial (“Pa. slacking when it comes to fracking,” April 14), which relied deeply […]
Natural Gas: Powering Pennsylvania’s Transportation Sector
Pittsburgh, Pa. – Pennsylvania’s abundant, clean-burning Marcellus Shale natural gas resources are laying the foundation for a manufacturing rebirth in […]
Phila. Inq.: West Chester Firm Launches a Giant Drill Rig for Marcellus Work
“Schramm, and their world-class drilling rigs, is just one of the many shining examples of how businesses across the entire […]
