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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 […]
America’s Air Continues to Improve. Why? (Hint: Natural Gas is Part of the Solution)
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”
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
Studies released this week from Pennsylvania’s top two environmental regulatory agencies continue to confirm that responsible natural gas development and […]