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Just the Facts: Fossil Fuels Essential to Four Essential Materials that Support Civilization

Danielle Boston2022-06-02T20:41:08-04:00June 2nd, 2022|

Time Magazine published an analysis recently by Vaclav Smil, a scientist, policy analyst and Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of Manitoba, that demands amplification by Pennsylvania’s oil and gas industry and other people interested in facts about the importance of fossil fuels in a modern society.

Commonwealth Court continues to reject validity challenges to zoning ordinances authorizing oil and gas development

Meghan Keely2022-05-26T12:55:54-04:00May 26th, 2022|

The body of case law makes it clear that ― as is the case with any type of use regulated by local zoning ― where oil and gas development occurs is squarely within the purview of the municipality, while how it occurs is a state regulatory matter.

Just the Facts: Hydrogen Initiatives Advancing Technology

Danielle Boston2022-05-18T18:04:14-04:00May 18th, 2022|

The U.S. oil and gas industry is leading research and investing significantly in the development of hydrogen as an energy source, which is seen as a valuable long-term contributor to climate-related goals of reducing carbon.

What the candidates for Pennsylvania governor say about energy

Meghan Keely2022-05-12T19:52:47-04:00May 12th, 2022|

Energy is an important topic in this election. To help our members make their decision, we invited each candidate to answer several questions about energy and our industry.

Conventional oil and gas producers sue to halt VOC rulemaking

Meghan Keely2022-05-06T17:55:38-04:00May 5th, 2022|

PIOGA, PGCC and PIPP charge that regulators have failed to follow a law requiring that rulemakings concerning conventional oil and gas wells and unconventional wells must be promulgated separately.

Earth Day: Pennsylvania Natural Gas Stays the Course on Improving the Environment, Meeting Demand

Meghan Keely2022-04-22T12:59:13-04:00April 22nd, 2022|

Pennsylvania’s oil and natural gas industry is proud of the role it plays in helping our nation improve its environment.

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