Since its founding in 2013, the Center for Responsible Shale Development (CRSD) has worked to bring diverse stakeholders together to define forward-thinking environmental stewardship and engagement in the development of natural gas from shale. Susan LeGros has been tirelessly and effectively leading that effort since 2014. With great appreciation for... read more →
Apr
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Apr
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Center for Responsible Shale Development Recertifies Shell’s and CONSOL Energy’s Appalachian Operations PITTSBURGH, PA, April 25, 2017 – The Center for Responsible Shale Development (CRSD), an alliance of energy producers and environmental organizations working together to define the most responsible way to deal with the challenges presented when shale resources... read more →
Feb
10
Since joining the Center for Responsible Shale Development in 2014, Susan LeGros has led the organization in implementing a series of rigorous performance standards meant to minimize the impact of shale gas drilling on the environment and communities. She spoke to NEXTpittsburgh about the center’s work and its future goals. Read... read more →
Jan
19
Center for Responsible Shale Development Recertifies Chevron’s Appalachian Operations PITTSBURGH, PA, January 18 2017 – The Center for Responsible Shale Development (CRSD), a collaboration of shale operators and environmental organizations defining responsible practices when shale resources are developed, announced today that Chevron Appalachian Mountain Business Unit (Chevron) has been successfully... read more →
Dec
15
The Pennsylvania Environmental Council’s talk show “Environmental Focus” hosts Executive Director Susan LeGros and Board Member Davitt Woodwell to discuss the role of voluntary performance standards and the future of shale development.
Aug
13
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review published an opinion editorial written by Executive Director Susan Packard LeGros. With the June 2016 announcement by Shell Chemical Appalachia that it will build a multibillion-dollar ethane cracker plant in Beaver County as the context, LeGros asserts that this is an important opportunity for shale production companies... read more →
Apr
18
Center for Sustainable Shale Development Certifies EQT Corporation’s Appalachian Operations for Completion of Air & Water Evaluation and Verification Process EQT Corp. earns full certification against all 15 CSSD Performance Standards that center on environmental stewardship and continuous improvement for air and water Chevron Appalachia, CONSOL Energy, and Shell Appalachia... read more →
Apr
22
Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation Renews Support for the Center for Sustainable Shale Development PITTSBURGH, Pa., April 22, 2015 – The Center for Sustainable Shale Development (CSSD), a collaborative of environmental organizations and energy companies that encourages responsible practices in the development of shale gas resources in the Appalachian region, announced... read more →
Apr
07
Center for Sustainable Shale Development Certifies CONSOL Energy Appalachian Operations for Completion of Air & Water Evaluation and Verification Process Company Earns Full Certification against All 15 CSSD Performance Standards that center on environmental stewardship and continuous improvement for Air and Water PITTSBURGH, Pa., April 7, 2015 – The Center... read more →
Mar
18
Center for Sustainable Shale Development Certifies Shell Appalachian Operations for Completion of Air & Water Evaluation and Verification Process Company Earns Full Certification against All 15 CSSD Performance Standards that center on environmental stewardship and continuous improvement for Air and Water PITTSBURGH, Pa., March 18, 2015 – The Center for... read more →