While we are, of course, relieved to report in Thursday’s edition of the Williamsport Sun-Gazette that the price per gallon of home heating oil fall by as much as $1.75 the past several weeks, we — and, we imagine, many of our readers — remain frustrated that in the past year or so prices rose …
Uncertainty around prices proves we need more drilling, refineries Read More »
Natural gas. It’s been a driving force in our region. A game changer for our county. In fact, Washington County is leading the commonwealth’s natural gas production. The industry has brought jobs and opportunities to our county – revitalizing small towns and communities in the process. And yet, politicians from other regions of the state …
OP-ED: Natural gas powering our county and beyond Read More »
U.S. dry natural gas production has increased during 2022, averaging more than 100 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) in October and November and exceeding pre-pandemic monthly production records from 2019. We forecast that U.S. production of dry natural gas will average about 100.0 Bcf/d from December through March, down about 0.5 Bcf/d from November. …
Shell Chemical Appalachia has started operations at its Shell Polymers Monaca petrochemical complex atop a 386-acre site just southwest of Monaca, Pa. Shell PLC subsidiary Shell Chemical Appalachia LLC has officially started operations at its long-planned Shell Polymers Monaca (SPM) petrochemical complex atop a 386-acre site just southwest of Monaca, Pa., along the Ohio River …
Shell commissions Pennsylvania petrochemical complex Nov. 15, 2022 Read More »
This fall, Pennsylvanians will cast their ballots for Senate, governor, and other key races. As the costs of energy and most items have continued to tick up, the stakes couldn’t be higher. To put it simply, the global energy crisis is caused by demand outpacing available supply. Other factors – Vladimir Putin’s reduction of energy …
This November, voters will have the opportunity to significantly impact the makeup of both our state and federal governments. With a number of high-profile offices on the ballot this year – including governor, U.S. Senate, the entire congressional delegation, half of the state Senate and all of the state House – this election could have …
Abundant, reliable, environmentally friendly, economically boosting energy that also enhances our national security and stabilizes the global marketplace. Sounds like a dream, right? But in fact, it’s a reality that is closer than many realize. You don’t have to look farther than the ground under your feet to find the answer in the form of …
As the “Keystone State,” Pennsylvania has a long history as an energy powerhouse. That distinction remains true today thanks in large part to the development of the commonwealth’s prolific natural gas reserves. As second in the nation in overall production, natural gas has been a bright spot for the state’s overall economy, providing reliable, affordable …
Pennsylvania needs to capitalize on energy reserves: Opinion Column by Erick Coolidge Read More »
Votes cast on November 8 here in Pennsylvania will have a significant impact on a wide array of key issues. But none are arguably as critical as the impacts of the election on our energy sector. With a key Senate race, 17 seats in the House of Representatives, and a gubernatorial election, voters’ choices will …
EARL BAKER: Voters need the facts on energy crisis Read More »
The natural gas and oil industry in Pennsylvania supports 500,000 jobs across the state, with more than $40 billion in total payroll. As a result, oil and gas together contribute $78.3 billion to the PA economy. Those facts are from Stephanie Catarino Wissman, Pennsylvania Executive Director for the American Petroleum Institute; and PA Chamber of …
Energy = Jobs and Growth: Two PA Leaders Make the Case for State’s Energy Sector Read More »
