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. …

U.S. dry natural gas production set monthly records in 2022; we forecast an annual record Read More »

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 …

LETTER: Vote pro-energy, growth Read More »

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 »