Governor Corbett is committed to ensuring Pennsylvania becomes a leader in energy innovation and development. The Commonwealth can do this through sensible energy policy. The natural resources under the state right now can help power future generations, as well as provide Pennsylvanians with opportunity and prosperity. The proposal outlined below provides a common sense framework for creating jobs, protecting the public, enhancing our natural resources, securing our energy independence, and Rebuilding Pennsylvania.
JOBS FOR PENNSYLVANIANS
The natural gas industry, while relatively new in Pennsylvania, has the potential to be a driving force in the Commonwealth’s economy for years to come. (More Here)
PROTECTING PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY
Extracting these resources must be done in an environmentally safe manner. (More Here)
ENHANCING & PROTECTING OUR NATURAL RESOURCES
We will ensure that future generations will be able to experience the natural wonders that make Pennsylvania such a beautiful place to live and raise a family. (More Here)
SECURING OUR ENERGY INDEPENDENCE
These resources also provide Pennsylvania with the opportunity to attain energy independence. Pennsylvania needs to harness these national gas technologies. (More Here)
