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Gov. Shapiro Proposes ‘Lightning’ Energy Plan To Increase & Diversify Energy Generation; Reduce Climate Changing Pollution; Lower Energy Costs; Create Jobs

On January 30, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced the “Lightning Plan” -- a comprehensive, all-of-the-above energy plan to secure Pennsylvania’s energy future supported by labor and industry leaders, environmental advocates, and consumer groups.

Gov. Shapiro said this "commonsense energy plan" will create jobs, lower costs for consumers, protect Pennsylvania from global instability by building next generation power, and position the Commonwealth to continue to be a national energy leader for decades to come.

“Pennsylvania has long been a national energy leader, from Ben Franklin to today, but right now, we’re letting other states outcompete us and we’re losing out on jobs, new investment, and innovation – that has to change,” said Gov. Shapiro. “My energy plan will power Pennsylvania forward by incentivizing the building of next generation energy projects in the Commonwealth.

“We have to meet this moment – and this plan builds on the work my Administration did last year to bring together leaders from the energy industry, organized labor and environmental groups, and consumer advocates to develop a plan for the future.

“I look forward to working with the General Assembly to get this commonsense plan to my desk so that we can lower costs for consumers, create more jobs, and position the Commonwealth to continue to be a national energy leader for decades to come.”

Elements Of Lightning Plan

Gov. Shapiro said the plan will "supercharge energy development" in the Commonwealth and help energy projects get built and approved faster than ever before through several strategic initiatives:

-- RESET Energy Facility Siting Board: Pennsylvania needs to streamline the process for building energy projects. Currently, Pennsylvania is one of only 12 states without a state entity to handle siting decisions for key energy projects. The Governor is proposing the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Siting and Electric Transition (RESET) Board to speed up permitting, reduce red tape, and support the next generation of energy projects in the state.

-- Repurposing EDGE Tax Credit: The Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (PA EDGE) Tax Credit Program, established in 2022, hasn’t been used, leaving billions in potential economic development untapped.

The Governor’s proposed 2025-26 budget will include key tax credit modifications to revamp the program, including:

-- Reliable Energy Investment Credit: Up to $100 million per facility for three years, focused on adding reliable energy sources to the grid.

-- Regional Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit: Up to $49 million annually for regional hydrogen projects, with lower thresholds to qualify.

-- Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Up to $15 million per year for a taxpayer who makes a $250 million capital investment and creates 400 jobs at a facility to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), like the CNX and KeyState Energy collaboration at Pittsburgh International Airport.

-- PACER (Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act): PACER would establish a cap-and-invest program to set Pennsylvania’s carbon limit and invest in reducing electricity costs. Under PACER, 70 percent of the revenue generated would be returned to Pennsylvanians as rebates on their electric bills.

-- PRESS (Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard): PRESS would modernize Pennsylvania’s outdated energy standards, incentivizing innovation in nuclear and renewable energy, including battery storage, to remain competitive with other states.

-- Lowering Energy Costs for Rural Communities: The Governor’s proposed 2025-26 budget introduces “Community Energy,” a proposal that helps rural communities, farmers, and low-income Pennsylvanians jointly share energy resources to lower costs. For example, farmers could use methane digesters to produce energy for their farms, reducing reliance on utility companies and lowering their energy prices.

-- Rebates to Reduce Household Energy Costs: In addition to these initiatives and reimagining the PA EDGE tax credit programs, Pennsylvania must reform Act 129, the law that provides rebates and incentives to buy new energy efficient appliances and other ways to reduce electricity needs over time — which in turn, leads to lower electricity prices. The Governor’s proposal will update these energy efficiency standards for the first time in nearly two decades.

-- Funding For New Projects: The Governor’s energy plan will provide funding for new projects through an updated Pennsylvania Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) manufacturing tax credit, streamline energy project approvals by creating a state energy siting board to cut red tape, and encourage communities to lower utility bills through shared energy resources. Additionally, the plan increases rebates for energy-efficient appliances to help reduce household energy costs.

-- Cap On PJM Energy Auction Prices: Gov. Shapiro also noted he had reached an agreement with PJM Interconnection on a plan to resolve his recent lawsuit and to save consumers over $21 billion over the next two years. Read more here.

The Governor’s announcement builds on the energy plan unveiled by the Governor last March [PACER and PRESS], which will protect and create nearly 15,000 energy jobs, lowering utility bills for households, and taking real action to address carbon pollution.

These initiatives are projected to save Pennsylvania energy customers $664 million by 2040 and generate $11.4 billion in clean, reliable energy investments.

The Governor said independent studies confirm the PACER and PRESS proposals will save Pennsylvanians money on their electricity bills, create energy jobs, and lead to billions in new investment in power plants and energy infrastructure.

This year, during his upcoming budget address, the Governor will again call on the General Assembly to pass legislation that propels Pennsylvania forward as an energy leader.

To Those Who Want To Complain, Do Nothing

Gov. Shapiro had a special message for those politicians who have done nothing on energy issues for years in Harrisburg--

“While I welcome different ideas to the table, suggestions from others, Democrats and Republicans alike, we can no longer afford inaction.

“Simply firing off a press release doesn't actually get people more affordable energy. It doesn't actually put people to work.

“Now is the time for action and doing nothing is no longer an option here in Pennsylvania. There are real consequences to doing nothing.

“If those who propose to complain and do nothing have their way, well, consumers are going to end up paying more for electricity.

“We'll lose the chance to create 15,000 new jobs all across our Commonwealth.

“If folks continue to do nothing, we'll probably experience more pollution and more damage in our communities.

“If legislators choose to do nothing, they're actually choosing to be less competitive. They're choosing to let other states pass us by.

“I get that there are some politicians out there who are just reflexively against anything I'm for. I understand how this business works.

“But, it's time for them to cut it out, to put Pennsylvania first, to make progress, to create jobs, to be hungry and competitive the way I am, and the way I know all of you are.

“Let's channel that spirit of Ben Franklin again. Let's channel that spirit of those coal miners and those who worked in our oil fields.

“Those who came before us, who understood this hunger to be competitive, who had a desire to lead and to win, as I certainly do here in Pennsylvania.

“The spirit of the innovators and the entrepreneurs who are creating new sources of clean energy right now in Pennsylvania. Let's follow their lead.

“My lightning plan will do just that.

“I welcome every side bringing their ideas to the table. But, the time of inaction is over. The time for action is right now.

“Let's get this done, Pennsylvania.”

Bringing People Together

Gov. Shapiro described how the process for developing his energy plan brought people together--

“When Jackson [Morris], from the Natural Resources Defense Council, talked about his friend, he used that word friend, Shawn Steffee, the leader of the Boilermakers [Union].

“Both came to the table to have a conversation about the future of an energy policy in Pennsylvania, because both were motivated to deal with a threat that they saw.

“Follow me on this. The threat that brought Jackson to the table was the threat of dealing with climate change.

“The threat, and Shawn, I hope I can speak for you on this, the threat that brought Shawn to the table was the existential threat facing Boilermakers who were being forced out of their work.

“I gave Shawn my word that I was going to be there for Boilermakers and other trades across Pennsylvania.

“I gave Jackson and others my word. We were going to be there to both create jobs and protect our planet.

“The fact that these gentlemen and others who served on this committee were willing to take a little risk, willing to be open about the threats that they faced and work together to find common ground, that's the Pennsylvania way.

“We need more of that in our politics. At a moment where everything feels so hyper polarized, we're showing how here in Pennsylvania we can come together with common purpose.

“And I truly want to thank the folks who helped lead to this Lightning [Energy] Plan, the people from industry and labor, environmental groups and others who worked with us on this. I'm truly grateful to you.

“And I'm especially grateful to two leaders in my administration who brought everyone together and who kept people at the table talking the whole time. And that's Amanda Warren and Sam Robinson from our team who do extraordinary work. I'm very, very thankful to them.”

Comments From Other Participants

Other participants in the announcement had this to say--

“It is long past time that Pennsylvania unites behind an energy strategy that incentivizes growth, creates good paying union jobs, and does so in a way that keeps costs low for people and keeps our kids and grandkids safe and healthy. While many have talked, Governor Shapiro has acted, and by putting his concrete ideas on the table he shows that he is committed to getting something done on energy,” said Gregory Bernarding, Business Manager, Pittsburgh Regional Building and Construction Trades Council. “Organized labor is excited by the prospect of a plan that creates thousands of good paying union jobs, and we look forward to working with the Governor and partners in the legislature on a plan that solidifies Pennsylvania as the rightful energy powerhouse of the United States.”

“I work across over a dozen states, and I can confidently say the Lightning Plan is one of the most ambitious plans we've seen. Pennsylvania is personal to me, and I was honored to work with Governor Shapiro’s diverse working group,” said Jackson Morris, Director of State Power Sector Policy, Climate & Energy, Natural Resources Defense Council. “Bringing together business, labor, environmental, and consumer groups to find common ground was incredibly rewarding. This plan reflects that collaboration and Governor Shapiro’s leadership in uniting diverse perspectives to move the state forward.”

“Pennsylvania has long benefited from abundant, affordable energy, and Governor Shapiro’s energy plan will strengthen that position for the next decade and beyond — at a time when it’s more important than ever,” said David Dardis, Executive Vice President, Constellation Energy. “We appreciate the Shapiro Administration’s collaboration and willingness to engage with us on the Commonwealth’s energy future — something that doesn’t happen in every state. This plan strikes the right balance, supporting energy security while preserving the competitive markets that have served Pennsylvania so well.”

“It’s an honor to stand with Governor Shapiro, Lieutenant Governor Davis, and our partners who share the vision of Southwestern Pennsylvania leading the future of energy. Our economic prosperity depends on energy affordability and grid reliability, and we appreciate the Governor’s leadership in this space,” said Stefani Pashman, CEO, Allegheny Conference. “At this critical moment, a strong state policy framework is essential — not just to create the right conditions for growth, but to signal that Pennsylvania is open for investment. We stand ready to work with the Governor and all elected officials to make this all-of-the-above energy plan a reality.”

Click Here for a copy of the Governor’s announcement.

Click Here for video of the announcement.

Republican Reactions

Sen. Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming), Majority Chair of the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, said in an “X” statement-- “The questionable agreements and feel-good programs being considered as part of the governor’s energy plan are nothing but a band-aid for a broken bone. Until he abandons RGGI, it is difficult to take seriously any statement claiming he wants to ease the power deficit PA is facing.”

Sen. Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland), President Pro Tempore of the Senate, said in an “X” statement-- “@GovernorShapiro says he’d “immediately leave RGGI” when/if he signs HIS Pennsylvania carbon tax — but it’s STILL just a rebranded carbon tax. If he cared about Pennsylvanians’ wallets, he’d drop the utility-hiking #RGGI lawsuit and stop the word charade.”

Sen. Joe Pittman (R-Indiana), Senate Republican Leader, said in a statement on the Senate Floor last week-- “Every Consumer Of Electricity In This Commonwealth Is Going To Pay More” and “What You’re Going To Face Is Going To Be Really Unpleasant.” Read more here.

To address the energy issues, Senate Republicans have passed, introduced or announced legislation to--

-- Establish a new state authority with the power to take over the review of all necessary permits from any state agency for large-scale energy projects, eliminating any public comment, waiving any regulation needed for the project and providing immunity from prosecution for waived regulations. Read more here.

-- Legislation to take away the right of appeals or punish local officials who want to protect their constituents from the environmental and health impacts of oil and gas development. Read more here.

-- Legislation to suspend state taxes on natural gas producers, cut DEP permit fees which fund the Oil and Gas Regulatory Program, end the drilling moratorium on DCNR lands, exempt coal-fired power plants from EPA regulations. Read more here.

-- Legislation directing DCED and DEP to identify suitable sites for only one type of energy generation-- natural gas electric projects. Read more here. [Pennsylvania’s electric grid is already dependent on natural gas for 59% of our electricity. Read more here. Estimates are if existing natural gas power plants were as reliable as nuclear and coal, Pennsylvania would not have an imminent electric generation crisis. Read more here.]

Reactions

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council issued this statement by John Walliser, Senior Vice President--

“Governor Shapiro’s announcement today recognizes the critical importance of ensuring a reliable, affordable, and cleaner supply of energy to power our homes and economy in Pennsylvania.

“The governor has proposed sensible changes needed to responsibly reduce emissions through an ‘all of the above’ energy strategy that advances clean technologies through targeted tax credits, an updated Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard, improved energy efficiency, distributed energy development, and siting of energy infrastructure.

“These policies will also grow our economy, deliver cost savings to consumers, and diversify power generation, bringing new sources of energy online to make the grid more reliable.

“The status quo is not a solution. We look forward to reviewing these proposals in greater detail and working with the governor, the state legislature, and all stakeholders to move Pennsylvania forward on a pathway to clean, affordable, reliable energy.”

EEN Action issued this statement by Carolyn Heckman, Associate Director of Pennsylvania Policy, partner of the Evangelical Environmental Network--

“Evangelicals welcome this important step toward a safe and healthy future for all generations and thank Governor Shapiro for his leadership.

“In addition to his recent successful settlement with PJM saving consumers $21 billion over the next two years, Governor Shapiro is tackling the energy issues and costs that PA residents and their children are facing–now and in the future–with his new Lightning Plan.

“To ensure a holistic abundant life for all (John 10:10), we need more clean, affordable, reliable, and pollution-free energy coming onto the commonwealth’s grid.

“Modernizing and diversifying our grid with clean energy will not only better defend our children’s health by reducing harmful air pollutants and carbon emissions but is also necessary to reliably meet Pennsylvania’s rising energy demands.

“Clean energy solutions like those in the Governor’s Lightning Plan are not only smart but popular, too.

“Last year, over 32,000 Pennsylvanians gave their support for an expanded Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (AEPS), and the included PRESS proposal would do just that.

“The Lightning Plan will deliver economic benefits to Pennsylvania ratepayers, rural and frontline communities, farmers, and workers.

“We look forward to working with Governor Shapiro to continue to improve the plan and make it as strong as possible to defend the lives and health of Pennsylvania’s children.

“We urge the legislature to come together around these policies to ensure Pennsylvania remains a leader in our clean energy future.”

The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania, released the following statement on Gov. Shapiro’s Lightning Plan:

"We are encouraged by Governor Shapiro’s Lightning Plan proposal, which outlines a pathway for Pennsylvania to accelerate clean energy deployment and pursue decarbonization strategies to reduce emissions while providing for the energy needs of the commonwealth and beyond.

“PACER, PRESS, Community Energy and the Reliable Energy Siting and Electric Transition (RESET) Board all form major components of the Lightning Plan. Taken together, they represent a once-in-a-generation framework to maximize energy outcomes that balance climate, communities and conservation.

“This balance is critical, as Pennsylvania is the largest producer and exporter of electricity in the U.S. as well as home to critical corridors within the Appalachian Range, one of most biodiverse landscapes in the world.

“From The Nature Conservancy’s experience working across all 50 states, we know that streamlined energy infrastructure siting processes like the RESET Board component outlined in the Lightning Plan are among the best pathways to accelerate clean energy deployment while ensuring positive outcomes for conservation.

“We look forward to working with the Governor, members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly and stakeholders to set us on a path to balance our need for clean, reliable energy with beneficial conservation results.”

The Environmental Defense Fund issued this statement in response to Gov. Shapiro's proposed energy plan--

“We applaud Governor Josh Shapiro’s announcement of the Lightning Plan, a forward-thinking energy strategy that strengthens Pennsylvania’s leadership in the energy sector while prioritizing a cleaner, healthier future for all residents,” said Kate Courtin, Senior Manager for State Climate Policy & Strategy at EDF. “By bringing together labor, industry, environmental advocates, and consumer groups, Governor Shapiro is creating a collaborative approach that prioritizes innovation, job creation, and pollution reduction.”

“Governor Shapiro’s plan recognizes that it is time to modernize Pennsylvania’s energy framework through strategic initiatives such as PRESS (Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard) and PACER (Pennsylvania Climate Emissions Reduction Act).

“These policies will help the state diversify its energy mix and deliver reliable, clean, and affordable energy.

“A cap on power sector pollution, as proposed in PACER, can be the backbone of Pennsylvania’s transition to next-generation power solutions while reinvesting in communities to lower electricity costs.

“The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) remains a proven and effective approach to implement this type of program as well.”

“As Pennsylvania continues to develop policies to accelerate the transition to clean energy and bring more resources on the grid, it is also crucial to prioritize a strong, durable methane rule. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that accelerates climate change and poses risks to public health,” said John Rutecki, Regulatory and Legislative Manager for Appalachia at Environmental Defense Fund. “As Governor Shapiro further develops his energy plans, we encourage his administration to start the rulemaking process and convene a diverse coalition, with the purpose of developing a pragmatic rule that significantly reduces methane emissions while fostering economic and job growth. By leveraging this moment to implement comprehensive methane regulations, Pennsylvania can lead by example and demonstrate that environmental responsibility and economic prosperity go hand in hand.”

The Environmental Defense Fund looks forward to reviewing more details of the plan and working with the Governor and state leaders to ensure Pennsylvania’s energy transition is both sustainable and equitable.

The Lightning Plan is a step toward a cleaner, more reliable energy future, and we urge the General Assembly to act swiftly in support of this vision. Together, we can build a Pennsylvania that leads in energy innovation while protecting our air, water, and climate for generations to come.

Alex Bomstein, Clean Air Council Executive Director, issued the following statement-- “There is much to like in Governor Shapiro’s ambitious energy plan, such as its support for renewable energy development and modernizing energy standards.

“At the same time, fossil fuels compete with renewables, and the details of some of these proposals will be critical to ensure they help more than they harm.

“We must take every available action to ensure Pennsylvania doesn’t lose out on this opportunity to create jobs, lower energy costs, diversify our energy mix, and cut harmful pollution by boosting cheap and abundant renewables.”

The Better Path Coalition released this statement on the "Lightning" Energy Plan--

“Natural gas production, data centers, and fossil fuel subsidies are among the features of Governor Josh Shapiro’s energy plan that are barely distinguishable from the Trump administration’s plan,” said Karen Feridun, Co-founder of the Better Path Coalition.

“Sometimes, the devil isn’t in the details. Two things are impossible to miss - the president is an unabashed climate denier and climate change is already taking a devastating toll on our planet.

“Supporters of Governor Shapiro’s Lightning Plan will point to what they consider to be stark differences between his plan and the president’s call to “drill, baby, drill,” but, in this unprecedented moment, the differences are irrelevant.

“Any plan to continue and even expand fossil fuel production in Pennsylvania is absolutely unacceptable.”

“Much of Shapiro’s Lightning Plan is a rehash of past economic proposals and a renewed commitment of his loyalty to bad actors like CNX and trade groups that lobby for the fossil fuel industry.

“Conspicuously absent from his plan is an environmental justice component, a facet of his proposal that aligns with the president’s attack on equity efforts.

“He can keep repackaging his worn out fossil fuel agenda as much as he likes, but it won’t change the facts that fracking continues to do irreparable harm to Pennsylvanians and that, increasingly, the planet is quite literally burning.

“He has reneged on the oath he swore to uphold Pennsylvania’s Environmental Rights Amendment and on every promise he made to impacted communities as Attorney General after his Grand Jury investigation of the fracking industry,” continued Feridun. “His failure to take aggressive action to buck the federal government, put his constituents first, and transition the state from fossil fuels to renewable energy will be his legacy.”

NewsClips:

-- Gov. Shapiro: What Industry Leaders, Lawmakers, Consumer Advocates Are Saying About The Governor’s Commonsense Energy Plan

-- AP: Gov. Shapiro Rolls Out Plan To Fast-Track, Subsidize Power Plants, Hydrogen Projects

-- The Center Square: Shapiro’s ‘Lightning’ Energy Plan Lacks Critical Republican Legislative Support

-- Pittsburgh Business Times: Shapiro Proposes Overhaul Of PA’s Energy Policies To Spur Economic Growth, Innovation

-- Post-Gazette: Shapiro Outlines 6-Part ‘Lightning Plan’ To Increase Energy Production, Lower Costs

-- Natural Resources Defense Council Blog: ‘Lightning’ Energy Plan And PJM Agreement To Cap Electricity Prices Strike In Pennsylvania

Resource Links:

-- PUC Invites Stakeholder Comments On The Issue Of The Adequacy Of Electricity Supplies In Pennsylvania [Background On Electricity Supply Issue] [PaEN]

-- 30 Stakeholder Comments Received By PUC On Adequacy Of Electricity Supplies In Pennsylvania; Increasing Natural Gas Power Plant Reliability To 90-95% Would Mean No Imminent Capacity Problem [PaEN]

Resource Links - Republican Energy Proposals:

-- PA Senate Republicans Reintroduce Bills To Eliminate State Appeals Of Pipeline Permits; Limit Grounds For Appeal Of Any DEP Permits; Punish Communities For Protecting Their Constituents Against Shale Gas Drilling Impacts [PaEN]

-- PA Republican Senator To Introduce Bill Suspending State Taxes On Natural Gas Producers; Cut DEP Permit Fees; End Drilling Moratorium On DCNR Lands; Exempt Coal-Fired Power Plants From EPA Regulations [PaEN]

-- Senate Republicans Pass Bill Authorizing An Authority To Take Over Permitting Large-Scale Energy Projects; Eliminating Public Comment; Waiving Any Regulation; Providing Immunity From Prosecution; Barbers Reviewing Permits? [PaEN - 2024]

-- PA Senate Republican Leader: ‘Every Consumer Of Electricity In This Commonwealth Is Going To Pay More;’ ‘What You’re Going To Face Is Going To Be Really Unpleasant’ [PaEN]

-- PA House Republicans Introduce Bill Creating An Energy Advocate With Power To Veto Any Action By Any State Agency That Harms Energy Reliability, Affordability [PaEN- 2024]

-- PA House Republicans Announce Energy Package, Including An Energy Advocate Within DEP To Veto Any Action That Would Impact PA’s Energy Portfolio And An Independent Energy Office With The Same Power [PaEN - 2024]

PA Oil & Gas Industry Public Notice Dashboards:

-- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - February 1 [PaEN]

-- DEP Posted 89 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In February 1 PA Bulletin [PaEN]

Related Articles This Week - Natural Gas:

-- PUC: Calendar Year 2024 Act 13 Drilling Impact Fees To Remain Same As 2023; Dramatic Decline In Financial Support From Shale Gas Industry Continues [PaEN]

-- Range Resources And MarkWest Liberty Midstream File Legal Challenges To The 2,500 Foot Shale Gas Facility Setback Ordinance Adopted By Cecil Township, Washington County [PaEN]

-- Conventional Oil & Gas Industry Compliance With 2022 DEP Methane Reduction Regulation Put On Hold Pending Outcome Of Litigation [PaEN]

-- DEP Releases 2 Contracts For Bidding In Next Round Of Conventional Oil & Gas Well Plugging: 12 Wells In Kinzua State Park, McKean County, 18 Wells In Warren County [PaEN]

-- Rep. Vitali Introduces Bill To Restore DEP Authority To Increase Conventional Oil & Gas Well Plugging Bonds To Prevent Hundreds Of New Well Abandonments A Year [PaEN]

-- DEP Invites Comments At March 5 Hearing On Title V RACT 3 Air Quality Permit For Hazleton Generation Natural Gas Power Plant In Luzerne County [PaEN]

-- Gov. Shapiro Proposes ‘Lightning’ Energy Plan To Increase & Diversify Energy Generation; Reduce Climate Changing Pollution; Lower Energy Costs; Create Jobs [PaEN]

-- Gov. Shapiro Reaches Agreement With PJM To Prevent Unnecessary Price Hikes And Save Consumers Over $21 Billion On Utility Bills [PaEN]

-- PA Senate Republican Leader: ‘Every Consumer Of Electricity In This Commonwealth Is Going To Pay More;’ ‘What You’re Going To Face Is Going To Be Really Unpleasant’ [PaEN]

-- Republicans On PA Senate Environmental Committee Report Out Bills To Eliminate Carbon Pollution Reduction Program Covering Power Plants, Establish Independent Energy Office [PaEN]

-- Inquirer: President Wants US To Be ‘Leading’ Producer Of Non-Fuel Minerals; Here’s How PA Could Help; Rare Earth Elements Could Be More Important Than Expansion Of Fracking [PDF of Article]

NewsClips:

-- The Energy Age Blog: Range Resources & MarkWest Liberty Midstream File Legal Challenges Against 2,500 Foot Shale Gas Setback Ordinance In Cecil Twp., Washington County

-- The Energy Age Blog: EQT Should Plug These Abandoned Conventional Wells In Peters Twp., Washington County Before Fracking From Mingo Well Pad

-- PennLive Guest Essay: Natural Gas Industry Operations [Wastewater Pipelines] Are Strongly Regulated In PA - By Marcellus Shale Gas Coalition [Shale Gas Wastewater Pipelines are NOT regulated by the PUC for construction, operations and safety. Read more here. ]

-- Inquirer: President Wants US To Be ‘Leading’ Producer Of Non-Fuel Minerals; Here’s How PA Could Help; Rare Earth Elements Could Be More Important Than Expansion Of Fracking [PDF of Article]

-- NYT: Oil, Gas Companies Embrace New President, But Not ‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ [No Plans To Increase Production Unless Prices Rise Significantly]

-- US EIA: Electric Power Sector Has Driven Rising PA Natural Gas Consumption Since 2013

-- UGI Gas Division Filed A Request With PUC To Increase Residential Gas Rates By 10.8%

-- Scranton Times: UGI Seeking To Raise Natural Gas Rates 10.8% For Residential Customers

-- Utility Dive: Calpine To Sell 2 PA Gas Power Plants To Avoid Market Power Concerns From Constellation Merger

-- Reuters: Diversified Energy To Buy Permian Basin Oil & Gas Producer Maverick In $1.3 Billion Deal [Diversified Specializes In Buying Old Wells]

-- Bloomberg: US Natural Gas Producers Likely To Gain Asian Market Share [China Buying 50% More US LNG, Cap Price At $10 - Currently $3.89]

-- Bloomberg: Europe’s Gas Traders Now Fear Summer More Than Winter

-- Reuters: Venture Global Given FERC OK To Start Up Another Louisiana LNG Gas Export Plant

-- Reuters: US EIA Sees 7% Higher US Wholesale Power Prices In 2025; Residential Increase Of 2%

-- Wall Street Journal: New Federal Administration Memo Orders Agencies To Broadly Pause All Federal Grants, Loans, Financial Assistance Programs Pending Review [PDF of Article]