2011
January
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Upcoming Natural Gas Programming in the New Year
January 7, 2011
- A synopsis of Marcellus programming available this month around the state
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High School Students Debate Gas Drilling
January 9, 2011
- Two McKean County High School teams debate the gas drilling issue
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Analysis of Marcellus Shale natural-gas legislation offered in webinar
January 16, 2011
- This month's webinar will host Ross Pifer, clinical professor and director of the Agricultural Law Resource and Reference Center at Penn State, who will disuss natural gas legislation in 2010 and in the current year.
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How Do I Lease My Land?
January 16, 2011
- Penn State Extension provides a page on the Natural Gas website -- "Got Marcellus Questions?" -- for people to ask questions directly of educators and faculty involved in Marcellus Shale Education. The most frequently asked questions relate to the leasing process -- current lease rates, the leasing process, how to get information about leases nearby, and so on. Here we provide some information for landowners seeking to lease their land.
February
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Heinz Endowments awards Marcellus Shale research grant to Penn State
February 6, 2011
- Penn State researchers receive a grant to study the effects of natural gas exploration on the forest ecosystem
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Estate Planning Update for Landowners
February 13, 2011
- A general overview of the new estate tax and gift law for 2011 and 2012.
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The Susquehanna River Basin Commission and what it regulates
February 20, 2011
- The Susquehanna River Basin Commission plays an important role in the regulating natural gas development. Learn more about the Commission's responsibilities
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Analysis of Marcellus Shale natural-gas tax issues offered in Feb. 16 webinar
February 13, 2011
- Mike Jacobson will address tax law surrounding gas leases and royalties
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Clinton County Natural Gas Task Force Hosts Meet-and-Greet
February 20, 2011
- Natural Gas Task Forces have played an important role developing opportunities for local businesses, organizations, and citizens to learn about the industry. This article describes a 'Meet-and-Greet' organized by the Clinton County Natural Gas Task Force that provided the opportunity for the natural gas industry and local businesses to learn about each other.
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New Penn State Publication on State Tax Implications of Marcellus Shale Activity
February 27, 2011
- A new Penn State publication examines state tax collection data, specifically comparing Marcellus and non-Marcellus counties.
March
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Insights to Pennsylvania Marcellus Wastewater Treatment
March 6, 2011
- Penn State's Marcellus Center for Outreach and Research offers insightful comments on the Marcellus wastewater issues published in the New York Times last week.
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Public safety webinar offered March 17
March 13, 2011
- Development of natural gas from the Marcellus Shale presents new challenges for emergency responders. A webinar to be offered on March 17 will discuss training, safety and response management options for natural gas development in the state.
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Charting the Future of Our Community
March 29, 2011
- As communities face change, there is a tool that local citizens can use to build consensus for planning their community's future.
April
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Central Susquehanna Oil & Gas Expo Set for May 7
April 3, 2011
- Expos are a way for local business owners and entrepreneurs to interact with industry and share information on their services and products. The Central Susquehanna Oil and Gas Expo does that and more.
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Considerations for Surface Use Agreements
April 10, 2011
- Many landowners are being approached to lease land for surface use for infrastructure. What should a landowner be aware of? Here are some items to consider
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Natural Gas Impact on Local Schools Not Yet Fully Known
April 17, 2011
- One county school district is taking a pro-active role in school programming to reflect the needs of the area with natural gas development.
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Webinar on Marcellus Shale natural-gas trends offered on April 21
April 14, 2011
- This month's webinar scheduled for April 21 shares two attorneys' observations of trends in leasing, royalties and production
May
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Upcoming Events Will Educate, Inform Students and Adults
May 1, 2011
- The natural gas industry has created many opportunities and challenges not only on a local level, but has also received both statewide and national attention. As we struggle to understand the complexity and enormity of the many issues related to the industry, the best way for every citizen to make informed decisions is through education of the facts.
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Bradford High School Students Receive SafeLand Certification
May 9, 2011
- Bradford High School students receive training for SafeLand Certification, an internationally recognized safety certification used by the oil and gas industry.
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May 19 webinar explores impacts of natural gas industry on landfill operations
May 14, 2011
- Natural gas development affects various industries in the state, as this month's webinar illustrates the impacts on landfills in the area.
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Two new publications address Marcellus Shale-related water issues
May 20, 2011
- Recent publications to help understand Marcellus development regarding wastewater and water-related regulations
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Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control And Gas Drilling Operations
May 29, 2011
- Erosion and sediment pollution control is an important factor in maintaining the quality of our waterways and plays a major role in natural gas development.
June
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Marcellus and Beyond
June 5, 2011
- A look at Marcellus and other shales in Pennsylvania
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Investing Your Marcellus Dollars
June 18, 2011
- Re-invest your Marcellus windfall into your woodlands.
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June 16 webinar explores air pollution from Marcellus gas activities
June 13, 2011
- DEP Nick Lazor discusses the Pennsylvania Marcellus shale short-term ambient air sampling project in this month's webinar Thursday
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Study suggests businesses benefiting from Marcellus Shale development
June 25, 2011
- A recent impact study indicates a positive effect on business activity due to Marcellus shale activity
July
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Posting and Bonding Local Roads and Other Considerations
July 3, 2011
- This article provides insight to what municipalities need to consider for posting and bonding roads.
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Your Private Drinking Water and the Natural Gas Industry
July 10, 2011
- Part one of a two-part article on considerations for private drinking water wells and natural gas drilling
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July 21 webinar to focus on natural gas pipelines
July 17, 2011
- Learn more about natural gas pipeline in next week's webinar
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Your Private Drinking Water and the Natural Gas Industry
July 17, 2011
- Part two of a two-part article on considerations for private drinking water wells and natural gas drilling
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Q&A’s Regarding Your Private Drinking Water and the Natural Gas Industry
July 24, 2011
- Over the past several weeks, we have focused on information presented at recent public forums that addressed protection and testing of private drinking water supplies near areas where natural gas drilling is occurring. Bryan Swistock, water resource extension specialist with Penn State’s School of Forest Resources, Dan Vilello with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and Jim Ladlee from the Clinton County Extension Office, fielded the following questions. (The Department of Environmental Protection responses were submitted by the North Central Region Oil and Gas Program Manager).
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Marcellus Shale Direct Workforce
July 31, 2011
- The Marcellus Shale Education and Training Center (MSETC) recently released a workforce assessment study to help estimate the direct workforce requirements in the Marcellus shale.
August
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Fiscal Impacts of Gas Activity on Municipal Governments Nominal Through 2009, Researchers Report
August 7, 2011
- Seed grant provides research based information on fiscal impacts
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Settlement reached in Chesapeake Bay Foundation challenge of DEP permitting process for natural gas operations
August 14, 2011
- A synopsis on the settlement
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ShaleNET Grant
August 21, 2011
- Learn more about the ShaleNET Grant and opportunities it provides.
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August 25 webinar to examine effect of Marcellus gas activity on wildlife habitat
August 15, 2011
- Margaret Brittingham, Penn State Wildlife Resource professor will discuss research on Marcellus activity and wildlife
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What to consider when the landman calls
August 28, 2011
- Considerations when the landman calls and is interested in leasing your land.
September
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Study indicates economic benefits from Marcellus Shale, but questions remain
September 4, 2011
- A study just released that looks at items not previously considered in the economic impact of natural gas development.
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Natural Gas Infrastructure: Compressor Stations and Underground Storage Part 1
September 11, 2011
- This first in a two-part series explains what role compressor stations and underground storage play in gas development.
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Natural Gas Infrastructure: Compressor Stations and Underground Storage Part 2
September 18, 2011
- This last in a two-part series explains what role compressor stations and underground storage play in gas development.
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New webinar series to focus on business opportunities related to Marcellus gas
September 6, 2011
- A new five-part program to help local businesses understand and take advantage of opportunities arising from the development of the Marcellus Shale
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September 15 webinar to examine legal issues related to Marcellus gas activity
September 11, 2011
- A synopsis of legal developments, legislation, and municipal regulations.
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Natural Gas Drilling Effects on Municipal Governments Throughout Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale Region (Part I)
September 25, 2011
- A review of an economic impact study conducted by the Marcellus Shale Education and Training Center (MSETC)
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Financial Programs Offered Across the State to Help Landowners Plan
September 27, 2011
- Penn State Extension presents financial programs and the variety of financial decisions to consider
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Business webinars present a better look at understanding opportunities related to Marcellus gas
October 23, 2011
- The fourth in this five-part program to help local businesses understand and take advantage of opportunities arising from the development of the Marcellus Shale will be held Monday, October 24th
October
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Natural Gas Drilling Effects on Municipal Governments in the Marcellus Shale Region (Part II)
October 2, 2011
- A review of an economic impact study conducted by the Marcellus Shale Education and Training Center (MSETC)
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Natural Gas and Taxation Programs Offered
October 2, 2011
- Four Taxation programs offered across the state for professionals
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Natural Gas Drilling Effects on Municipal Governments in the Marcellus Shale Region (Part III) Local Government Survey Results from Clinton and Lycoming Counties
October 9, 2011
- A review of an economic impact study conducted by the Marcellus Shale Education and Training Center (MSETC)
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Natural Gas Drilling Effects on Municipal Governments in the Marcellus Shale Region (Part IV) Local Government Survey Results from Clinton and Lycoming Counties
October 16, 2011
- A review of an economic impact study conducted by the Marcellus Shale Education and Training Center (MSETC)
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A Variety of Marcellus Programming Offered this Week
October 10, 2011
- Want to learn more about Marcellus development? Check out some of the local programs offered this week.
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Webinar October 20th to look at natural gas compression in pipeline systems
October 16, 2011
- The new season's webinar series starts out by looking at natural gas compressor stations and exactly why they are necessary
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Multi-Well Pads in the Marcellus Shale
October 23, 2011
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Webinar to focus on Penn State study of water wells near Marcellus drilling sites
October 29, 2011
- Bryan Swistock, Penn State Extension Water Resources will discuss the research just completed on water well quality near Marcellus gas drilling sites.
November
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The 2011 Marcellus Summit: Real Issues, Balanced Perspectives
November 6, 2011
- The Fourth Marcellus Summit will be held November 16-18 in State College
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Webinar to look at natural gas development's effect on agriculture
November 7, 2011
- This month's webinar will look at Marcellus development and effects on farming from various perspectives
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Financial Considerations for Your Marcellus Dollars
November 13, 2011
- Penn State Extension programs to help people consider all possible options in financial planning your Marcellus money.
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Marcellus natural-gas presentation focuses on municipal experiences
November 27, 2011
- Penn State Extension offers a program for Municipal officials across the state hear how Marcellus issues are being handled.
December
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The Marcellus Summit 2011: Real Issues Discussed with a Balanced Perspective
December 18, 2011
- Highlights and presentations of the Marcellus Summit 2011
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Webinar to look at the impacts of Marcellus gas development on forestland
December 11, 2011
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Your Business and Marcellus Shale: Moving Forward 2011 Webinar Series Available
December 25, 2011
- The fourth business webinar series held this past fall is now available for review.
