Keystone Energy Forum

Harnessed and burned, methane can power a city - but when it leaks from a well into the air, methane pollutes badly.

There aren't many compressed natural gas-powered cars or refueling stations in the United States today, but that could change soon.

Specialized, experienced engineers are becoming a tough get in Western Pennsylvania as the gas drilling industry outpaces the growth of an experienced talent pool.

Shale gas companies have started dialing back on spending to help offset a sudden drop in prices, but analysts don't expect wide-scale layoffs and shutdowns in Appalachia like those prompted in other areas by the oil crash.

A state senate committee has approved a pair of bills that would provide more protections for people who receive royalty money from oil and gas drilling.

The Republican-controlled House has easily passed a bill designed to expedite the approval of natural gas pipelines.

A new alternative fuel station could be coming to the Lehigh Valley.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is moving ahead with a plan to have private developers build compressed natural gas fueling stations at public transit garages.

A new presidential proposal meant to limit the release of greenhouse gases in natural gas drilling is drawing praise from environmentalists and criticism from others who fear it could quiet Pennsylvania's Marcellus Shale boom.

A multiyear study by the state Department of Environmental Protection has found there is a low risk of radiation exposure related to Pennsylvania shale gas development.