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MSC in Pocono Record: Pa. has a natural gas tax

October 5, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

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

October 5, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

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

October 5, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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!

October 2, 2018 | Filed Under: Newsroom, Press Releases

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

September 28, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

September 24, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

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

September 21, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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”

September 17, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

September 14, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

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

September 12, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

September 4, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

August 30, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

August 28, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

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

August 21, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

August 13, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

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

August 3, 2018 | Filed Under: In the News, Newsroom

By David Spigelmyer A rock formation more than a mile beneath the Earth’s surface is generating billions of dollars in […]

America’s Air Continues to Improve. Why? (Hint: Natural Gas is Part of the Solution)

August 3, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

Recent decades have seen dramatic improvements in air quality, even as the economy, population, and energy consumption increased, according to […]

Sec. Perry: Natural Gas Plays Key Role in U.S. “Path to Energy Independence”

July 31, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

The United States energy sector is experiencing a historic moment of growth, according to U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, […]

Top State Environmental Agencies Report Clean Air, Pristine Waters in Shale Development Areas

July 27, 2018 | Filed Under: Blog

Studies released this week from Pennsylvania’s top two environmental regulatory agencies continue to confirm that responsible natural gas development and […]