The Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Natural Gas Development Resource Center brings together information from a variety of sources, including academic research, industry analysis, local government officials and citizens. Our goal is to provide a space for dialogue and learning that will lead to informed decision making by all concerned parties.
CCE provides information on other energy issues as well such as, biofuels and wind energy.
New York Natural Gas Summit: Challenges and Opportunities, November 30, 2009, Owego Treadway Inn, Owego, NY.
For your information, the following documents are available:
Agenda
Sponsors-to-date
Sponsorship Form - including those interested in booth/exhibit space; community based groups are encouraged to have a presence; if the fee is a barrier please contact marcellusshale@cornell.edu
Hotel Information with Directions
*Click here to Register (Registration by 11/20/09 is strongly encouraged).
Natural Gas Summit Press Release
NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation (DEC): Marcellus Shale website - includes Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement
Descriptions of Two Cornell-funded Energy Projects: Click here
New Resources
Natural Gas Drilling: Tompkins County Council of Governments Webcast of November 5, 2009 can be found at livestream.com/cmprovideo.
The Supplemental Generic Environmental Impact Statement.... (pdf) presentation by David Kay, Sr. Extension Associate, CaRDI at TCCOG natural gas meeting on November 5, 2009.
Impacts on Community Character of Horizontal Drilling & High Volume Hydraulic Fracturing in Marcellus Shale... NYSERDA, Sept., 2009 Report prepared by: NTC Consultants
Twin Tiers SUNDAY-WENY-TV Interviews:
Emerging Trends in the Marcellus Shale - Jeffrey Jacquet & Richard Stedman, CaRDI Research & Policy Brief. July, 2009.
Valuable Links
Webinars
Industry Information
IOGA/NYSERDA July, 2009 meeting wrap-up - offered by Shaleshock.
The Oil and Gas Industry: The Idea, The Journey, The Future - video produced by the Independent Oil and Gas Association of New York
Basic Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional Resources
Modern Shale Gas Development in the U.S.: A Primer
Disclaimer: The 2005 Energy Policy Act amended the Safe Drinking Water Act to exclude hydraulic fracturing fluids from its 'Underground Injection Control' provisions. The NYS DEC makes note of this amendment, but states that "..protection of groundwater resources during oil and gas extraction activities is a responsibility of state government. Visit the DEC for implications for gas development in NYS with respect to federal laws: SDWA, CWA and Community Right-to-Know.
The Marcellus Shale Education & Training Center (MSETC) is a partnership established to provide the regional community and natural gas industry a central resource for work force development and community education needs.
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Municipal Officials Resources
Gas Drilling in NYS: Riches or Ruin for Landowners and Communities? By Rod Howe & David Kay (Cornell University)
Community and Local Government Impacts FAQ
Observations Concerning the Role of Local Governments in Relation to Natural Gas Exploration and Production in the Marcellus Shale in the Southern Tier East Region of New York State (pdf) Prepared by the Southern Tier East Regional Planning Development Board.
Potential Impacts & Opportunities Faced by the Public Sector from Natural Gas Development and Production. Tioga Investigating Natural Gas (TING)
A Legal & Practical Guide to Protecting Your Citizens and the Environment in the Face of Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Drilling by Kimberlea Shaw Rea, Esq.
Energy Boomtowns & Natural Gas: Implications for Marcellus Shale Local Governments & Rural Communities,(pdf) NERCRD Rural Development Paper No. 43, by Jeffrey Jacquet
Negotiating a Municipal Oil & Gas Lease, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP, NY Conference of Mayors, 8-29-08.
Otsego County, NY Planning Department Gas Leasing Web Site
Preparing for a Natural Gas Boom in Schuyler County, NY. 7/22/09. Task Force proposal.
Bradford County, PA: Natural Gas updates.
Preparing for Natural Gas Development: Understanding Impacts and Protecting Public Assets - NY Natural Gas Task Force, Sullivan County, NY, February, 2009.
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Landowner Resources
- Key Points for Property Owners - 5 key points for landowners concerning exploration and leasing.
Marcellus Shale Exploration and Development: Organizing a Community Task Force - Penn State Cooperative Extension.
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Gas Drilling - Frequently Asked Questions
Hydraulic Fracturing Considerations for Natural Gas Wells of the Marcellus Shale (pdf) - The report (PDF, 718 KB) reviews the history and evolution of hydraulic fracturing, its usefulness in gas shale development, geological and well engineering factors, and the characteristics of fracturing fluids.”
Gas Rights and Right-of-Way Leasing Considerations for Farms and Woodlands (pdf) - Cornell Cooperative Extension South Central New York Agriculture Team (08/2009)
National Association of Royalty Owners (NARO) - Serving the citizens who own our country's natural resources.
Oil & Gas Leases: Land Owners Rights (pdf) - NYS Attorney General provides gas leasing guide.
Gas Leasing FAQ
Economic and Environmental Impacts of Gas Drilling
The environmental impacts from natural gas development are a highly contentious and emotional issue. CCE is committed to posting information about environmental impacts, provided that the impact analysis is scientific in nature, originates from an objuctive third-party organization, and is applicable to the environmental context of the Marcellus Shale.
Click here for environmental impact documents
Economic Impacts
Related Issues