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Welcome to the News and Issues page for IOGA of NY. Here you will find some of the current issues that the association is working on. If you have an issue that you believe needs to be addressed please contact us. Action Alert !Natural Gas Exploration of the Marcellus ShaleThe most significant issue facing IOGA of NY is the prospect of expanded natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale – one the largest natural gas fields in North America. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is about to finalize an environmental impact statement, which will set the stage for natural gas companies to apply for drilling permits. Take action in support of this tremendous economic development opportunity by visiting here. Learn much more about natural gas exploration in New York by visiting marcellusfacts.com. January 26, 2010 Seven Hundred Advocates Rally in Albany to Support Natural Gas Exploration Landowner coalitions from New York’s Southern Tier and Catskills representing 23 landowner groups and 17,500 families held a rally and news conference near the Capitol in Albany today. These volunteer advocates were here in support of safe natural gas exploration and to debunk the misrepresentations being spread by obstructionist groups. View the full release here. January 21, 2010 Advocates for Natural Gas Exploration to Rally in Albany to Expose the Lies of the Opponents Landowner Coalitions from New York’s Southern Tier will hold a rally and news conference in Albany in support of the safe exploration for natural gas and to debunk the misrepresentations and outright lies being spread by obstructionist groups. WHO: Advocates for National Gas Exploration WHAT: “Say YES to Marcellus! Stop the Frackin’ Lies!” Rally WHERE: Lafayette Park, located on Washington Avenue, across from the NYS Capitol WHEN: Monday, January 25, 2010 - 10 a.m.: Rally begins - 10:30 a.m.: News conference Busloads of landowners, business leaders and scientists will appeal to Albany lawmakers to focus on the facts about natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale, specifically the safe process of hydraulic fracturing. Hydraulic fracturing – or “fracking” – releases gas locked in shale by injecting pressurized fluid into the formation to shatter the rock. This process, which occurs deep underground and far from groundwater and surface water, has been performed safely in New York for decades. It will produce efficient, abundant and environmentally clean fuel, increase New York’s energy independence and bring thousands of jobs and billions of dollars to New York. Download the “Say YES to Marcellus! Stop the Frackin’ Lies!” rally flyer and map here. January 19, 2010 Oil and Gas Operators Oppose Yet Another Tax on Natural Gas Production 1/19/10 – The Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York today voiced opposition to a proposal by the Paterson Administration to impose a “severance tax” on oil and natural gas production in New York State. In his just-released Executive Budget for 2010-11, Governor Paterson has proposed a 3-percent severance tax on the market value of natural gas harvested – or severed – from a gas pool in the Marcellus or Utica Shale formations. The tax would apply to horizontal wells, which have the potential to produce greater volumes of natural gas. There is already a production tax on the existing 14,000 wells in New York that are producing natural gas – through a real property tax assessment – which primarily stays in local communities, so an additional tax is unnecessary. Read the full statement here. January 6, 2010 Oil and Gas Industry Applauds Governor Paterson’s Stance on Natural Gas Exploration 1/6/10 – "As Governor Paterson charts a path to rebuild New York’s economy, we applaud him for continuing to appreciate the significance of developing in-state energy supplies, including the exploration of natural gas in the Marcellus Shale," said Brad Gill, executive director of IOGA of NY. "IOGA of NY members remain committed to protecting New York’s natural resources as it explores for – and extracts – natural gas." Read the full statement here. December 31, 2009 New York’s Oil and Gas Industry Submits Formal Comments on Future Natural Gas Exploration The Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York (IOGA of NY) formally asked state regulators to make certain technical revisions and clarifications to the official set of rules that will govern natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale. At the same time, the association called on regulators to hasten the review and approval process or risk continued and significant economic loss for New York. Read the full press release here. Read IOGA of NY's dSGEIS comments here. December 29, 2009 Groups to Governor: Stay Committed to Natural Gas Exploration A coalition of business and economic development groups, led by the Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York, today urged Governor Paterson to remain committed to his draft State Energy Plan, in which he supports the expansion of natural gas exploration in New York. Read the full press release here. Read the letter in support here. October 15, 2009 IOGA of NY Addresses NYS Assembly EnCon Committee The Independent Oil and Gas Association (IOGA of NY) today presented the industry’s scientific and objective perspective on the prospect of expanded natural gas exploration in New York to the state Assembly Committee on Environmental Conservation in Albany. For more information and a copy of the testimony, please visit our Marcellus Facts blog using the link below on this page or www.marcellusfacts.com. For Immediate Release: September 30, 2009 Statement from IOGA of NY Executive Director Brad Gill regarding the State’s SGEIS on Natural Gas Exploration in the Marcellus Shale Lake View, NY – “IOGA of New York has begun a review of the SGEIS and remains optimistic that the state DEC has found a balance that continues to protect New York’s environment and allows responsible exploration for natural gas in the Marcellus Shale,” said Brad Gill, IOGA of NY executive director. “Oil and gas producers have an outstanding record of environmental and operational safety in New York. A regulatory structure that is tough but fair will allow this state to realize this tremendous economic opportunity.” “Natural gas is a clean, abundant and affordable fuel,” Gill added. “Increasing production here in New York will help improve our economy, increase tax revenues and jobs, and bring our nation closer to energy independence.”  |
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