{ "title": "\u201cHistoric\u201d Data-Driven Collaborative Reinforces Responsible Appalachia Natural Gas Development", "modified_at": "2023-11-09 14:34:39", "published_at": "2023-11-06 16:30:00", "url": "https://positive-energy-hub.prezly.com/historic-data-driven-collaborative-reinforces-responsible-appalachia-natural-gas-development", "short_url": "http://prez.ly/POAc", "culture": "en", "language": "EN", "slug": "historic-data-driven-collaborative-reinforces-responsible-appalachia-natural-gas-development", "body": "

By Positive Energy Hub Staff

CNX and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro inked a deal to develop the nation’s most comprehensive environmental monitoring and data collection partnership, providing the public unprecedented real-time access to data on air, water, and waste.

The move comes as misinformed rhetoric has led to confusion surrounding the nature of safe and responsible natural gas development. Pennsylvania is home to the strongest workers, most sustainable energy resources, and a world-class regulatory environment, but the concerns of stakeholders matter and CNX is on a mission to confirm how the industry here operates better than anywhere else in the world.

“Now with the Governor’s leadership, Pennsylvania is on the cusp of setting the new normal for the Appalachian region, the nation, and the world when it comes to responsible energy development,” CNX President & CEO Nick Deiuliis said at the announcement.

If there’s one thing to know about CNX, it’s the company’s 160-year history of pioneering the next big thing and innovating to make energy processes, communities, local workers, and the environment better off.

“When there is a window to hit the next level of innovation, rest assured CNX will be first in line,” Deiuliis said.

As part of the agreement, CNX will:

“CNX and Pennsylvania are leading and making history once again…We are committed to making this a success for all,” Deiuliis continued.

Using the data, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will conduct the most intensive independent study of unconventional natural gas wells in the nation. CNX will provide DEP with access to two future CNX well sites, allowing for independent air emissions monitoring at both locations before, during, and after all phases of development.

CNX also intends to expand elements of the ‘Radical Transparency’ monitoring and disclosure initiative across its Pennsylvania operational footprint, which will show what we all know to be true: natural gas and environmental protection can and do coexist.

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CNX Vice President of Environmental Strategy Carrie Crumpton previews the monitoring and disclosure website that will be available to the public.
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“With this commitment, CNX Resources Corporation is leading the industry in showing how we can reduce pollution and ensure the health and safety of our communities while still maintaining Pennsylvania’s central role in the nation’s energy economy,” said Governor Shapiro.

What people are saying:

CNX CEO Nick Deiuliis

“It is imperative for us at CNX to be able to use radical transparency to make the recent rhetoric, speculation, and sensational headlines obsolete. To definitively confirm for all stakeholders that there are no adverse human health issues related to responsible natural gas development. To confirm what we already know: that the natural gas industry is essential, responsible, and inherently good for society.”

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro

“There are over 450 people who work for CNX. They live in Washington County and around Washington County. They go hunting, hiking, and fishing here. They raise their families here. They want their kids to live in an environment that is healthy and safe.”

Shawn Steffee, Business Agent for Boilermakers Local 154 & President of the Southcentral Building Trades Council

“Let’s keep Pennsylvania energy open for business, keeping our skilled workforce on a job in Pennsylvania and letting our men and women pack a lunch bucket to go to work – and not a suitcase to go to West Virginia or other states that are building energy infrastructure. Let’s continue to maintain our energy infrastructure and build on what happened here today.”

Pennsylvania Environmental Council President Davitt Woodwell

“The Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC) commends Governor Shapiro, the Department of Environmental Protection, and CNX for today’s announcement on advancing stronger standards and public reporting for natural gas development in the Commonwealth… Reducing methane emissions, strengthening waste control measures, and enhancing monitoring and public reporting will pay dividends now and in the future. We applaud the commitments made today by the Governor and CNX, and look forward to working with all stakeholders to see these critical initiatives effectuated.”

Watch the Announcement

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\n Governor Josh Shapiro and CNX Resources Corporation (NYSE: CNX) President and CEO Nick Deiuliis announced a historic commitment that will further heighten the company's operational disclosures in collaboration with state environmental regulators and the public, furthering a promise Governor Shapiro made as Attorney General to advance commonsense measures that prioritize public health and safety and ensure the natural gas industry is performing its work in line with the highest standards.<br> <br>CNX, a major natural gas producer based in Canonsburg, is leading the oil and gas industry by implementing a program to definitively measure emissions and heighten chemical disclosure, while voluntarily enhancing setbacks for new wells near sensitive sites during the data collection phase. These actions, which address several recommendations of the <a href="https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/taking-action/43rd-statewide-grand-jury-finds-pennsylvania-failed-to-protect-citizens-during-fracking-boom/"target="new">43rd Statewide Investigating Grand Jury</a>, demonstrate how industry, government, and public advocates can find common ground and collaborate to keep people safe and move Pennsylvania forward. <br><br><strong> Speakers Include: </strong><br>Governor Josh Shapiro<br>Nick Deiuliis, CNX Resources Corporation President and CEO <br>Davitt Woodwell, President of the Pennsylvania Environmental Council<br>Shawn Steffee, Business Agent for Boilermakers Local 154 and President of the Southcentral Building Trades Council
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