CNX Agrees to Restore Trout Stream in Washington County as Part of a Settlement with DEP
The $180,000 project is part of a settlement for erosion violations at gas drilling sites in Washington and Greene counties.
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Trump on Earth: EPA Suspends Some Enforcement During Coronavirus Pandemic
EPA has said it will not enforce monitoring and other reporting requirements on industry due to the coronavirus. Critics say this is just too broad.
Wolf Vetoes Natural Gas Tax-Break Bill
Proponents say the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic should boost efforts to override the veto.
Why Some Financial Analysts are Questioning Viability of Appalachian Plastics Hub
They cite factors like reduced demand for natural gas due to a warmer winter and decreased prices for plastic.
‘The Triumph of Doubt’ Digs into How Dark Money Fuels Mistrust of Science
This new book outlines how industry efforts to defend their products have clouded trust in science and impacted regulations for things like beryllium, opiods and diesel exhaust.
Mine Workers’ Union Wants More Protections Against COVID-19
They say miners are at particular risk: “They get dressed, travel down the elevator together…work in confined spaces, breathe the same air, operate the same equipment, and use the same shower facilities.”
Mariner East Construction Back On After Waiver Requests Approved
The pipeline company said the waivers are necessary to prevent "potential adverse impacts to human health or the environment.” Critics say they are trying to skirt the rules.
Energy Transfer Seeks Waiver to Continue Some Mariner East Pipeline Work
The company says the state has allowed some work to continue like inspection and maintenance activities.
Wolf’s Coronavirus Shutdown Order Appears to Include Mariner East Pipeline Construction
The new shut-down list indicates all construction projects, including “sub-utility” construction, cannot continue physical operations.
Shell Suspends Construction of Beaver County Cracker Plant to Address Coronavirus Concerns
On Tuesday, Shell said it was keeping the site open. On Wednesday, it said suspending construction was in the “best long-term interest of our workforce, nearby townships” and the state.
