Tag: oil and gas
OPSB schedules local hearings for 2 proposed natural gas plants to...
The Ohio Power Siting Board is hearing public comment on two more proposed natural gas fired power plants — one in Fairfield County and one in Pickaway County. These two projects would join a handful of other natural gas fired power plants planned in central Ohio that are providing round-the-clock energy for data centers.
Ohio’s new oil and gas law sparks debate over expedited permitting
Ohio's newly signed Senate Bill 219 streamlines oil and gas drilling, shortening permit approval times and protecting the state's well-plugging fund. While industry advocates say it boosts competitiveness, environmentalists warn of rapid fracking on public lands with less oversight.
Four injection wells in Washington County shut down due to brine...
Four injection wells in Washington County, Ohio ceased operations on July 1 and 2 due to brine migration into oil and gas production wells.
What to know about reseeding right-of-ways
Pipeline easements can disrupt your farm. Learn how to manage reseeding, choose the right forage, and mitigate livestock health risks during land restoration.
Two workers die from injuries months after Ohio orphan well explosion
Two Ohio men died and three others remain in the hospital following an explosion in late August at an orphan well in Wayne National Forest. The well in Washington County, Ohio, was in the process of being plugged when it blew out.
OPSB approves natural gas plant to power data center in Licking...
The Ohio Power Siting Board approved an agreement last month allowing PowerConneX New Albany 2, LLC to construct a 216-megawatt behind-the-meter power plant in Licking County.
Ohio families can still sign up for Toys for Tots Program...
Ohio’s oil and gas industry is once again partnering with the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program to support families across eight eastern Ohio counties through its 12th Annual Toy Distribution Days this December.
Marietta City Council declares emergency over Class II injection wells
Marietta City Council passed a resolution urging the Ohio General Assembly to establish a three-year moratorium on Class II injection wells in the county.
Workshops focus on finding oil and gas wells in western Pa.
The Penn State Extension Energy Team will be hosting workshops July 23, 24, 28 and 29 to find abandoned oil and gas wells in western Pennsylvania during July.
Pa. impact fees down in 2024
Pennsylvania's 2024 impact fee tax on unconventional oil and gas production saw a decrease in revenue from last year, according to PUC.
