February 1, 2022 | 5:25 PM
Pennsylvania could get $100M in federal money to plug leaky, old gas wells
Old wells leak the potent greenhouse gas methane and toxins that can cause health issues for people who live nearby.
TAG | methane
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December 10, 2021 | 6:03 PM
DEP adjusts proposed methane rule, but critics say it’s not enough
Environmental advocates say the rule doesn’t go far enough, especially now that the federal government is considering much tougher standards.
October 26, 2021 | 5:52 AM
Advocates call on Wolf to uphold methane promise
Clean Air Council, Environmental Defense Fund, Earthworks, and Clean Water Action have joined to launch WolfsMethanePromise.com.
June 25, 2021 | 7:05 AM
Advocates call on governor to strengthen proposed methane rule before final consideration
Under the new regulation, companies would have to install equipment to stop emissions from escaping and inspect sites for leaks every three months.
June 1, 2020 | 5:50 AM
Wolf Administration advances proposed emission limits on thousands of oil and gas sites
A proposed regulation would require better monitoring and control of emissions at existing oil and gas wells and related sites.
Updated: December 17, 2019 | 2:12 pm
Environmentalists pressure Wolf to act faster on methane emissions
Their call for action comes as the Trump administration works to loosen federal regulations on the powerful greenhouse gas.
