Pennsylvania

As of November 27, 2024, there are records of 221,186 drilled and proposed wells in Pennsylvania, which have been assessed 84,898 violations since 2008.

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Pennsylvania Wells by Status

221,186

Drilled and proposed wells in Pennsylvania as of November 2024

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Well Violations by County

84,898

Drilled well violations since 2008

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Recent Oil and Gas Trends

98.9%

Percent of gas is produced from unconventional wells

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FracTracker provides state-specific data on issues such as:

  • Locations of oil and gas facilities
  • Pipelines and processor locations
  • Production amount of oil and gas generated 
  • Amounts of waste generated from oil and gas

The data folders may also contain information on other energy generation locations, data from different years, and data on violations committed by oil and gas facilities. Amount of information and types of information will vary by state. Get data.

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Pennsylvania Spatial Data Access is Pennsylvania’s official public access geospatial information clearinghouse.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection provides data on violations for download in their compliance report, wells drilled data in their spud data reports, and a number of other helpful resources for accessing oil and gas data (including unconventional / fracking data) in the Commonwealth.

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Greenwashed “Security”: The Truth Behind Ireland’s LNG Terminal Plans

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Irish communities are fighting back against a proposed fracked gas import terminal. Find out how this battle connects to the US anti-fracking movement and what's at stake for Ireland's energy future.
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Learn how proposed buffers around fracking sites could protect 3.6 million residents in Pennsylvania.
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FracTracker Alliance Calls for Independent Science in Pennsylvania

FracTracker Alliance criticizes CNX Resources' "Radical Transparency" program, arguing it undermines independent science and public health. We urge Pennsylvania to prioritize unbiased research in fracking regulations amidst the dangers of industry influence.
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Fracking’s Role in the 2024 Election: An Uncertain Future for Pennsylvania and Beyond

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Fracking is a key issue in the 2024 election, especially in battleground states like Pennsylvania, where voters weigh its health, environmental, and economic impacts.
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Mapping the Invisible Threat: Emissions from Oil and Gas

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Hazardous air emissions in Pennsylvania are often hidden, leaking from abandoned wells, seeping from pipelines, and wafting invisibly into the air. This analysis utilizes new technologies and mapping tools to reveal the full scope of the problem and identify areas of particular concern in the state.
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How Fracking Bans Protect Communities and the Environment

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This article looks at the contrasting approach to fracking in Pennsylvania and New York. Pennsylvania’s extensive fracking operations have resulted in environmental and public health concerns. In contrast, New York’s ban on fracking has led to significant investments in renewable energy and permanent jobs.
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Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Industry Trends: Drilled Wells, Violations, Production, and Waste

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This article looks at trends in the oil and gas industry in Pennsylvania, including the number of drilled wells, violations that have been issued, oil and gas production, and waste generation. We also point out examples of how data limitations make it challenging to answer frequently asked questions.
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A Closer Look at Risks of the Appalachian Hydrogen Hub

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The U.S. Department of Energy's ARCH2 hydrogen hub project presents substantial risks to the environment and human health and safety.
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Falcon Pipeline Criminal Charges Explained

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On April 19, 2024, Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry charged Shell Pipeline Company LP with 13 misdemeanor charges for failure to report or underreporting industrial waste releases during the construction of the Falcon Pipeline in Pennsylvania.
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Not-So-Radical Transparency: An Ineffective and Unnecessary Partnership Between Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro and the Gas Company CNX

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CNX’s “radical transparency” data provides incomplete information and heavily downplays the dangers of fracking.
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Staff Spotlight: Katie Jones

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As part of FracTracker’s staff spotlight series, learn more about Katie Jones, one of the newest member of the FracTracker team, and what she will be working on with us.
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On the Wrong Track: Risks to Residents of the Upper Ohio River Valley From Railroad Incidents

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Report finds risks to residents of the Upper Ohio River Valley as a result of an average of over four rail incidents per week in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.
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Digital Atlas: Exploring Nature and Industry in the Raccoon Creek Watershed

Digital atlas of Pennsylvania's Raccoon Creek unveils a comprehensive exploration of the watershed, emphasizing its ecological richness, recreational offerings, and the multifaceted impacts of industrial activities.
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FracTracker Alliance Releases Statement Opposing Governor Shapiro’s Agreement With CNX

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FracTracker Alliance Executive Director Shannon Smith releases statement in opposition to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's agreement with natural gas company CNX.
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Pennsylvania Watersheds at Risk: Water Supply Decline

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Pennsylvania Watersheds at Risk: Ecological Degradation

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Pennsylvania Watersheds at Risk: Drought and Fracking

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In Pennsylvania, fresh water used in the fracking process is typically drawn from surface water sources such as streams and rivers. This analysis shows the amount of water used for fracking in the state is increasing every year.
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How Spills, Holes, and Cracks Release Fracking Chemicals Into the Environment

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FracTracker dives into how toxic fracking chemicals and waste products enter our environment through accidents, spills, and equipment failures, and the impact on Pennsylvania communities.
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Studies Reveal Health Impacts from Fracking in Pennsylvania

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