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Aerial view of a lined water impoundment and two storage tanks at a Seneca Resources site in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania, surrounded by autumn forest.

Tracking Pennsylvania’s Oil and Gas Waste in 2025

Pennsylvania's oil and gas wells reported 72.6 million barrels of liquid waste and more than 825,000 tons of solid waste in 2025, with unconventional wells accounting for nearly all of it. This analysis examines the categories of waste, a conventional-well reporting gap covering roughly 48,500 wells, brine spreading, where the waste ends up, and chemical analyses documenting high concentrations of radioactive and other hazardous contaminants.
August 26, 2026/by Matt Kelso, BA
Aerial view of red brine haulers traveling on rural roads near homes in Moundsville, West Virginia.

PA DEP Approves Unusual “Mineral Brine” Well in Erie County, Raising Concerns About New Regulatory Loophole

Media Advisory: PA DEP Approves Unusual “Mineral Brine” Well in Erie County, Raising Concerns About New Regulatory Loophole. FracTracker appeals permit, citing unresolved questions about testing and sale of highly saline subsurface water that can contain radium, metals, and other contaminants
June 12, 2026/by Shannon Smith

Mapping the Invisible Threat: Emissions from Oil and Gas

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.
September 3, 2024/by FracTracker Alliance

Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Industry Trends: Drilled Wells, Violations, Production, and Waste

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.
August 1, 2024/by Matt Kelso, BA

Empowering Colorado Communities: The Importance of the Community Right to Know Act

Communities in Colorado should be immediately informed of oil and gas spills that increase their health risks. Our analysis shows why public health alerts are particularly important for communities located near extraction operations.
March 25, 2024/by Kyle Ferrar, MPH

Where Do We Cross the Line: From Public Service to Public Threat

As industry expands within the primarily residential and agricultural community of Eaton Township, Ohio, community members wonder if the EPA and local government are doing enough to protect human health and the environment.
February 1, 2024/by Guest Author

East Palestine Warning: The Growing Threat From Hazardous Waste Storage

Is the gradual increase in hazardous waste storage and incineration expansion in Eaton Township, Ohio, fueling a preventable future disaster?
February 1, 2024/by Guest Author

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.
November 16, 2023/by Matt Kelso, BA

Pennsylvania Watersheds at Risk: Ecological Degradation

State designated waters in Pennsylvania are protected from pollution, but not from oil and gas related water withdrawals. This analysis shows watersheds in the state are at risk for ecological degradation due to fracking.
September 11, 2023/by FracTracker Alliance

Pennsylvania Watersheds at Risk: Drought and Fracking

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.
September 8, 2023/by FracTracker Alliance
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