Gas Industry

The Ithaca Commons, one of those struggling pedestrian mall projects from a couple of generations back, is undergoing an upgrade and part of the project is an expansion of natural gas service, right there in Planet Ithaca. Our readers will recall a series of posts we did called “There Ought To Be A Law.”  We [...] more»

The usual instigators in Susquehanna County were at it again this past week, blaming the natural gas industry for something that has occurred numerous times and long before Marcellus Shale was ever a household name. But why on Earth is the local media still falling for it? Last Saturday marked an exciting time in Pennsylvania [...] more»

Pittsburgh, Pa. – Marcellus Shale Coalition (MSC) CEO Kathryn Klaber issued the following statement regarding the 43rd annual Earth Day: more»

The Department of Environmental Protection announced Thursday it will accept comments for an additional 30 days on draft technical guidance describing how on-lot sewage disposal systems can be sited in watersheds that are designated high-quality and exceptional value. more»

The explosion in popularity of water gardening has resulted in the proliferation of aquatic invasive species, according to Diane Oleson, a Penn State Extension educator based in York County, who created an educational program that shows water gardeners how to avoid giving aquatic invaders a free ride.

Gasland Part II is coming and, like most sequels, it’s likely to be a dud. But Josh Fox says he plans on generating a “frenzy” to hype the movie, and it will find a receptive audience among those who want to clear out rural America so they can have it for themselves. When Gasland came [...] more»

Penn State's Block and Bridle Club was named the No. 1 club in the nation for chapter activities at the 93rd annual Block and Bridle Convention, held April 4 to 6 at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.

It was disappointing to read a recent editorial (“Pa. slacking when it comes to fracking,” April 14), which relied deeply on hyperbole rather than facts about safe, job-creating natural gas development in Pennsylvania.

To be sure, in just two years since the bipartisan natural gas impact fee was enacted into law, more than $400 million has been generated for the entire commonwealth. more»

Alternative Commuting Options Suggested For Earth Day more»

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is seeking three summer interns for the Watershed Conservation Program based in Indiana, Pa.  The deadline to apply is May 8. more»

Senate Bill Would Raise $2.5 Billion For Transportation more»

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Bob Tiberio Retired Chemist and Member, Vestal Gas Coalition Steering Committee   What’s happening in New York State causes Bob Tiberio to reflect on the position of  Commissioners Martens and Shah, who are struggling to put up a good front while their boss, Governor Andrew Cuomo, does the political dance. You have to feel sorry for DEC [...] more»

Now in its fourth year, the Western and Eastern Coalitions for Abandoned Mine Reclamation partnered with the Anthracite Region  Independent Power Producer's Association to offer a competitive grants to watershed organizations< more»

Teams of high school students from 66 counties are expected to participate in the two-day Pennsylvania Envirothon on May 21 and 22 at Juniata College, Huntingdon County. more»

The Joint Landowners Coalition of New York is calling on Governor Cuomo to take action to save the Southern Tier.  They are urging people to write, email, or call Governor Cuomo’s office expressing their support for natural gas.  Here is a recent JLCNY letter that is well worth reading.  Click it to go to their website [...] more»

Volunteers Remove Tires, Trash From Lackawanna River more»

Fish Commission Mulls Charging Industry For Water more»

Penn State's Pasto Agricultural Museum will hold its first open house of 2013 during Blue-White Weekend on Sunday, April 21.

“Schramm, and their world-class drilling rigs, is just one of the many shining examples of how businesses across the entire commonwealth, especially in Southeastern Pennsylvania, are capitalizing on natural gas opportunities,” said the coalition’s CEO Kathryn Klaber.

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Dr. Michael Morrongiello Psychologist and Steuben County Landowner    I have good news and bad news. First, the good news: the elected representatives of Painted Post (population 1,847) recently agreed to sell water for an astounding $4 million per year to a natural gas company in Pennsylvania. The money will enable them to upgrade their [...] more»

Jersey Shore Steel Wins Governor’s Environmental Award more»

Penn State Extension and Penn State Small Business Development Center will host Social Media Boot Camp for businesses. The basic training will be held June 18-19 in 115 Keller Building on the University Park campus.