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Concerns raised over hydrogen hub proposal for Appalachia

A coalition of energy, petrochemical and steel companies announced on February 3 the formation of an alliance to develop a low-carbon and hydrogen industrial hub in the Appalachian region, specifically in Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.  The group plans to

Daniel Shaffer February 11, 2022 Pipeline Updates Read more

The fracking boom is over. Where did all the jobs go?

Card – MIT Technology Review – 7/1/21

Daniel Shaffer July 11, 2021 Regional & MVP, Regional Issues Read more

New study highlights risks for future gas development in Appalachia

Further natural gas extraction in Appalachia is unlikely to be profitable as the US energy system undergoes rapid decarbonization, according to a report from the Ohio River Valley Institute (ORVI), an independent think tank located in Johnstown, PA. Risks for

Daniel Shaffer April 7, 2021 Uncategorized Read more

Appalachia’s top natural gas-producing counties falling further behind economically, report says

Card – Charleston Gazette-Mail – 2/10/21 Related: ORVI REPORT – Appalachia’s Natural Gas Counties: How dreams of jobs and prosperity turned into almost nothing

Daniel Shaffer February 26, 2021 Regional & MVP, Regional Issues Read more

Living with natural gas pipelines: Appalachian landowners describe fear, anxiety and loss

Card – The Conversation – 2/3/21

Daniel Shaffer February 19, 2021 Regional & MVP, Regional Issues Read more

The Biden administration promises to clean up mine land and create jobs in Appalachia. Here are some steps it can take.

Card – Southerly – 1/19/21

Daniel Shaffer February 19, 2021 Regional & MVP, Regional Issues Read more

Appalachian coal mine reclamation bonding issues highlighted in new report

Card – Charleston Gazette-Mail – 1/14/21

Daniel Shaffer January 22, 2021January 22, 2021 Regional & MVP, Regional Issues Read more

EQT bids for Chevron U.S. shale-gas assets in Appalachia – sources

Card – Reuters – 9/16/20

Daniel Shaffer September 25, 2020 Regional & MVP Read more

“Reimagine Appalachia” Seeks a New Economy and Environment for Region

In recent months, a new coalition has been created that seeks to find common ground and build “a 21st century economy that’s good for workers, communities, and the environment” in Appalachia, particularly that part of the broader region that encompasses

Daniel Shaffer August 28, 2020 Pipeline Updates Read more

New Study Says Landslides Are a Serious Threat to the ACP

The routes of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP), as well as the Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP), pass through the most landslide-prone landscape in the United States, according to a new study released June 11 by the Allegheny-Blue Ridge Alliance (ABRA).

Daniel Shaffer June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 Pipeline Updates Read more
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ABRA CONSERVATION HUB 

ABRA’s Conservation Hub program promotes responsible resource management by providing access to critical information needed for effective public involvement in environmental review and oversight.

Following the defeat of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline in 2020, ABRA initiated the Conservation Hub to support informed public engagement with the broader range of environmental issues confronting the Allegheny-Blue Ridge Mountain region. The Conservation Hub builds on the analysis and information sharing capacity achieved through ABRA’s Pipeline CSI project during the years of ACP opposition.

The Conservation Hub is based on the use of GIS mapping to provide details and context for land development projects and management practices that involve risk of environmental harm, as well as for environmental preservation and restoration initiatives. The Conservation Hub also provides access to regulatory documents and assessments related to specific projects or issues.

Multiple Conservation Hub sites, focused on individual projects or issues, have been developed collaboratively with ABRA’s partners and allies. Going forward, we invite conservation groups, individuals, and communities to provide ideas for new Hub sites and GIS mapping that can contribute to informed public engagement on behalf of environmental integrity in the Allegheny-Blue Ridge region.

ABRA

The Allegheny Blue-Ridge Alliance Is dedicated to promoting and protecting the environmental integrity of the Allegheny-Blue Ridge region and the surrounding  Central Appalachian Highlands of Virginia and West Virginia.

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Rick Webb, Executive Director
Dan Shaffer, GIS Administrator

Post Office Box 96
Monterey, Virginia 24465

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