marcellus shale


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Marcellus Shale Marcellus Shale is found deep underground in many counties in northeastern Pennsylvania. This shale captures natural gas and can be extracted from the ground and used as a new source of energy. Many landowners have already leased their property to natural gas companies. Natural gas companies are securing drilling permits and drilling has or will commence in many counties in the region. This new industry has the capability of producing rapid population increases, wealthier communities, and more jobs. However, with incredible opportunities comes many challenges. How do we protect our land and environment for the next 20-30 years during drilling? How do our communities handle population growth in schools, delivering public services and public safety? What is the impact on healthcare? Will our charities and local foundations benefit? How does this impact traffic and congestion as well as the physical impact on infrastructure? Many questions still need to be answered. JUSC begins that process here. JUSC was commissioned to complete research on marcellus shale. These two white papers deal with economic impact and the impact on charities, foundations, and public safety. There are many questions yet to be answered and JUSC has the ability and resources to conduct that research. To make inquiries or submit comments, please click on the email link at the top of the page. Marcellus Shale Studies Click on the links below.
Economic and Workforce Development Study - Marcellus Shale: January 2010: A new industry in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has the opportunity to bring new jobs and new businesess. This study addresses the changes in jobs, industries, and wages that have occured in four other states engaged in shale drilling. The analysis was completed to evaluate changes in core shale counties as well as adjacent counties. In addition, the career ladder of the drilling industry is explained as well as education and training from the secondary level to continuing education and on-the-job training.
The Impact of Marcellus Shale in Northeastern Pennsylvania with Emphasis on Charities, Crime, and Poverty: June 2008: A new energy source is the next catalytic event propelling northeastern Pennsylvania into growth mode.
The Economic Impact of Marcellus Shale in Northeastern Pennsylvania: May 2008: An introduction to Marcellus Shale and the economic impact on the region using a case study methodology from events in Texas and Arkansas.

Marcellus Shale Symposium --- November 19, 2008 click on the links below for copies of the presentations by our speakers
A History & Overview of the Barnett Shale: November 19, 2008: Will Bracket, Powell Barnett Shale Newsletter.
Lessons Learned from the North Texas Barnett Shale: November 19, 2008: John Baen, Ph.D., University of North Texas
Marcellus Shale Development: November 19, 2008: Matt Sheppard, Chesapeake Energy

All research published prior to November 2008 is published under our original name: Joint Urban Studies Center (JUSC).

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