Monthly Archives: July 2010

Public meetings begin today to gather Marcellus Shale input

Posted on July 21, 2010 by brent m. burkey

Starting today and running into next week, the state is holding public meetings in northern and western Pennsylvania for people to give feedback on the Marcellus Shale natural gas issue, which is currently at a bit of a crossroads, pitting … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania, four others, sue to stop carp invasion

Posted on July 20, 2010 by brent m. burkey

In the latest in the battle against Asian carp making their way toward the Great Lakes, five states have sued the federal government and a municipal authority to take greater action to stop the fish’s spread. Officials are worried that … Continue reading →

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See the state’s list of chemicals used in hydrofracking

Posted on July 19, 2010 by brent m. burkey

The complete list of chemicals industry uses in the hydrofracking process used to release gas from the gas-rich Marcellus Shale formation in Pennsylvania is now available on the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s website. Most chemicals on the list are … Continue reading →

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Fire breaks out at Marcellus site in Susquehanna County

Posted on July 14, 2010 by brent m. burkey

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection said it is looking into a natural gas fire at a site in Susquehanna County, where Chesapeake Energy is tapping into the gas-rich Marcellus formation. The fire reportedly broke out around 8 p.m. Tuesday and … Continue reading →

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Idea for new law would force some landowners to allow Marcellus drilling

Posted on July 14, 2010 by brent m. burkey

A bill is reportedly in the works that would force some landowners, who are surrounded by other landowners who allow Marcellus drilling on their properties, to allow wells to be drilled on their land. One idea behind the bill, which … Continue reading →

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DEP investigation rules on Marcellus gas well blowout

Posted on July 13, 2010 by brent m. burkey

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection released findings today on its investigation into a June 3 gas well blowout in Clearfield County, which has brought attention in recent weeks to the growing Marcellus Shale drilling industry in northern and western … Continue reading →

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Eco-community in Adams County celebrates 10th year and 10th home

Posted on July 8, 2010 by brent m. burkey

An eco-community in Adams County is scheduled to celebrate its 10th anniversary and its 10th home built with an event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 10. Hundredfold Farm is a community of energy-efficient, single-family homes that eventually … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania budget signed, with Marcellus tax to be determined

Posted on July 6, 2010 by brent m. burkey

Gov. Ed Rendell signed Pennsylvania’s budget today, just a few days passed its deadline. Touted is the fact that it does not raise taxes, with one caveat. Leaders agreed to work out the natural gas tax that has caused a … Continue reading →

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More information for people looking for Marcellus Shale drilling jobs

Posted on July 6, 2010 by brent m. burkey

Several colleges in northern Pennsylvania have begun turning out trained students for the Marcellus Shale gas industry from programs to specifically address needed skills. The schools have also been tweaking existing coursework to include natural gas-related skill sets. Pennsylvania College … Continue reading →

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