Advocacy

The Utica Energy Alliance exists to advocate on behalf of the many stakeholders benefiting from the shale industry in Ohio. Natural gas and oil are integral to our economy, our communities, and to our energy grid. The voices of the industry must be heard on local, state, and federal decisions. While maintaining the position of the industry and its numerous benefits for Ohioans is our top priority, several other issues within this space are also critical as we consider the long-term development of Utica Shale in Ohio.

Domestic Energy Production

At the Utica Energy Alliance, we know affordable, sustainable energy for all Americans is within reach. Pressures resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and punitive tax policies on the natural gas and oil industry are constricting supply and causing prices to rise. It is completely unnecessary for Americans to have to choose between paying their energy bill and buying groceries for their families. America’s leaders should support domestic energy production to navigate our country out of this energy crisis and in the long-term, support American energy independence.

Economic Impact

Educating decision makers on the economic impact of the shale industry is a key element of advocacy efforts for the UEA. The industry supports hundreds of thousands of jobs in Ohio, generates massive tax revenue and pays significant taxes to local communities, especially for schools.

Energy and Environmental Sustainability

Energy independence is crucial for Americans to have a hopeful energy outlook for the future and protecting our environment and the world in which we live is just as essential to our future and our children’s futures.

Landowner & Royalty Interests

The UEA is also committed to promoting policies that will benefit Ohio’s landowners connected to the shale industry. We will partner with businesses in the industry and landowners themselves, as well as decision makers in this space, to bolster these relationships. Our mission is to elevate issues that could have broad impact to various stakeholders tied to Ohio’s long-term Utica Shale development.

We’d love to hear from you and have you join our team. Click the Join Us link to become part of the Utica Energy Alliance. If you have a story to share on this or any other key advocacy topics, please email us at info@uticaenergyalliance.com.