As the U.S. emerges as a net natural gas exporter for the first time in 60 years, Pennsylvanians are continuing to realize the benefits of responsible energy production here at home. According to an updated economic analysis released this week by Philadelphia-based Econsult Solutions, Sunoco’s Mariner East 2 pipeline project will create $9 billion in […]
Energy Companies, Employees Give Back this Holiday Season
December 21, 2017 | Filed Under: Blog
The holidays are a time to enjoy the company of friends and family, but it’s also a time to give back to our neighbors and the communities where we’re privileged to operate. We’re proud of the donations, volunteer hours, and other efforts from MSC member companies and their employees this holiday season who are contributing […]
STEM Education Key for Natural Gas, Manufacturing Careers
March 23, 2017 | Filed Under: Blog
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Energy Infrastructure Creates Pa. Jobs, Boosts Economy
February 17, 2017 | Filed Under: Blog
With the promise of supporting more than 15,000 Pa. jobs – including many for highly trained union members – Sunoco Logistics’ Mariner East II pipeline received regulatory approval this week, allowing construction to move forward on the critical energy infrastructure project. The $2.5 billion investment links shale development in Western Pa. to Delaware Co.’s Marcus […]
Pennsylvania Must Remain Competitive
February 6, 2017 | Filed Under: Blog
State lawmakers will soon start assembling a new spending plan after hearing Gov. Wolf’s thoughts on his budget priorities. It’s a chance for our leaders to enact policies that Pennsylvanians have made clear they want to see: job-creating opportunities that encourage investment and make the Commonwealth more competitive. It’s a message voters sent in November, […]
Natural Gas Pipelines = “Lifelines” to Family-Supporting Jobs
August 11, 2016 | Filed Under: Blog
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Pipelines Deliver Shale’s Economic, Environmental Benefits
September 29, 2015 | Filed Under: Blog
As our region’s pipeline infrastructure continues to mature, more consumers, manufacturers, and natural gas end-users are realizing shale’s economic and environmental benefits. In fact, Pa. Manufacturers’ Association (PMA) president David Taylor recently said that expanding natural gas access for consumer and manufacturers is “key to unlocking the competitive advantage of abundant Pennsylvania natural gas.” Expanding […]
Shale’s Environmental, Economic Benefits Explored at SHALE INSIGHT™
September 18, 2015 | Filed Under: Blog
With shale development’s benefits extending throughout the Commonwealth, it was a natural fit for Philadelphia to host SHALE INSIGHT™ 2015 – a leading annual industry conference. Through continued natural gas infrastructure development, Philadelphia is in the midst of an energy hub transformation that will create important and long-term consumer and manufacturing benefits. Throughout the two-day […]
MSC in the Phila. Inq.: The Keys to Expanding Benefits of Pa.’s Shale-Energy Revolution
September 18, 2015 | Filed Under: In the News
Pennsylvania is at the forefront of America’s energy revolution. As a result of our abundant shale resources, the United States has surpassed both Saudi Arabia and Russia as the world’s leading oil and natural-gas producer in 2014. But what does that mean for manufacturers and small businesses here at home? It’s absolutely clear that safe […]
MSC in Phila. Inq.: We Need Policies that Encourage Shale Development
August 10, 2015 | Filed Under: In the News
It is dangerously misleading to ignore the fact that even higher energy taxes jeopardize jobs (“How Pa. can get severance tax right,” Aug. 2). Responsible shale development is driving a petrochemical rebirth, specifically at Marcus Hook. Sunoco Logistics’ Mariner East 2 pipeline is expected to support an estimated 30,000 construction jobs, generate nearly $62 million […]
New Study Highlights Shale’s “Significant Impact” for Pa.’s Economy
February 6, 2015 | Filed Under: Blog
Sunoco Logistics’ pipeline infrastructure projects will generate nearly $4.2 billion in economic activity in Pennsylvania, support an estimated 30,000 construction jobs, and generate nearly $62 million in new tax revenues to the Commonwealth, according to a new study released yesterday by Philadelphia-based Econsult Solutions, Inc. The infrastructure projects – driven by shale development – present […]
Shale Propels Broad-Based Southeastern Pa. Economic Rebirth
February 4, 2015 | Filed Under: Blog
America’s abundant supplies of clean-burning natural gas continue to fuel an economic rebirth across southeastern Pennsylvania, especially in Delaware County’s Marcus Hook. Yesterday, Delaware County Commissioners built upon this positive economic momentum by announcing more research aimed at identifying additional business and job growth opportunities tied to the region’s natural gas infrastructure. Responsible natural gas […]
Shale Revitalizing Philadelphia’s Manufacturing Economy
November 6, 2014 | Filed Under: Blog
Shale development continues to benefit the entire Commonwealth – our economy, workers, small businesses, consumers, air quality, as well as our region’s manufacturing base. It’s also increasingly clear that these benefits are reaching each and every county, including southeastern Pennsylvania. In the summer of 2012, an IHS study found that “the phenomenal growth of shale […]
New Marcellus Pipeline, Processing Project Strengthens Philadelphia-Pittsburgh Connection
September 27, 2012 | Filed Under: Blog
Pittsburgh and Philadelphia faithful will be cheering for their respective teams next Sunday when the Eagles battle the Steelers at Heinz Field. As history has shown, there will be plenty of good-spirited banter in the run-up to the game (and afterwards) from both corners of the Commonwealth. And while there’s a clear split across Pennsylvania […]
