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Why Biden’s offshore energy plan has angered environmentalists as well as the oil industry

Meghan Keely2023-10-05T15:03:50-04:00October 5th, 2023|

The Biden administration released its four-year plan for offshore energy production on Friday, angering environmentalists and conservatives alike. While the plan includes three new leases for oil drilling on federal land, it also significantly boosts the construction of offshore wind turbines, setting aside 11 new areas for leasing.

Natural gas is a clean, affordable and reliable energy source for Americans

Meghan Keely2023-09-28T11:53:03-04:00September 28th, 2023|

The United States is a world leader in clean energy technology, jobs and in reducing carbon emissions. Natural gas is key to making this leadership possible. Natural gas is an affordable and reliable part of our nation’s energy supply, used by more than 180 million Americans and over 5.5 million businesses, both large and small. It accounts for nearly one-third of our country’s energy supply and, importantly, the United States has abundant reserves of natural gas both on- and offshore, strengthening our energy security—a stark contrast to countries that have turned their backs on natural gas, leaving them vulnerable to global chaos and volatile prices.

Just the Facts: The Numbers Don’t Lie…Americans Need Natural Gas

Danielle Boston2023-09-20T12:48:21-04:00September 20th, 2023|

The energy demand curve across parts of the United States, including demand for natural gas, usually takes a dip in September as many end users turn off the air conditioners, open the windows to enjoy cooler temps and consider getting a pre-season maintenance check on their heating system before winter sets in.

Mountain Valley Pipeline sues its opponents

Meghan Keely2023-09-14T13:01:14-04:00September 14th, 2023|

Mountain Valley Pipeline is suing more than 40 people and two organizations that it says are unlawfully interfering with its efforts to complete a natural gas pipeline amid growing unrest.

FERC Chairman: Natural Gas is Critical for Future Energy System

Meghan Keely2023-09-08T13:36:52-04:00September 8th, 2023|

FERC Commission Chairman Phillips delivered a blow to environmentalists by stating that natural gas is here to stay, rightly highlighting its role in the energy transition to both meet global demand while progressing toward shared climate goals.

Shapiro Administration Expands Environmental Justice Protections with Updated Policy and Improved Mapping Tool

Meghan Keely2023-08-31T13:50:53-04:00August 31st, 2023|

The Shapiro Administration will adopt an updated Environmental Justice (EJ) Policy, which expands environmental safeguards throughout the Commonwealth, a milestone in updating a 20-year-old policy the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has used to guide protections for communities most vulnerable to environmental challenges. Environmental justice areas make up 20 percent of the entire Commonwealth.

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