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Report: Shell plant in Beaver County could be up for sale

Reid Frazier·March 21, 2025

A few years ago, Pennsylvania gave Shell the largest tax credit in state history to build its massive petrochemical plant in Beaver County. The company may already be thinking about selling the ethane cracker.

Environmental Justice Plastic Pollution

More flaring at Shell’s Beaver County plant after compressor problem

Reid Frazier·March 15, 2023

One resident said it looked like "the sky is on fire.” Flaring could last for several more days.

Energy Pollution The Coming Chemical Boom

Groups file legal notice of intent to sue Shell for air violations at Beaver ethane cracker

Reid Frazier·February 3, 2023

Two environmental groups say Shell continues to violate its air permit. The company has reported excess air pollution levels and visible emissions.

Energy Pollution The Coming Chemical Boom

‘We do have questions to answer’ about single-use plastic waste, Shell internal emails reveal

James Bruggers·December 21, 2022

Emails between Shell communication officials were made public as part of a congressional investigation into the fossil fuel industry and climate change.

Energy Pollution The Coming Chemical Boom

DEP extends comment period for Shell’s ethane pipeline

Reid Frazier·February 16, 2018

After complaints over a 30-day comment period, the agency is giving groups until April 17 to provide input.

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Report: Shell plant in Beaver County could be up for sale

More flaring at Shell’s Beaver County plant after compressor problem

Groups file legal notice of intent to sue Shell for air violations at Beaver ethane cracker

‘We do have questions to answer’ about single-use plastic waste, Shell internal emails reveal

DEP extends comment period for Shell’s ethane pipeline