IOGA of NY to Host a Series of Public Information Forums

LAKE VIEW, NY (08/03/2009)(readMedia)-- The Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York (IOGA of NY) will host a series of public information sessions, beginning Aug. 27, 2009, to present facts and updates regarding natural gas exploration in New York State.

Professionals from the oil and gas industry will discuss the environmental, scientific and economic aspects of natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale - a geological formation that lies deep below sections of New York. Encased within the Marcellus Shale are trillions of cubic feet of natural gas which, if harvested, would provide enormous economic benefits to New York and its residents, and improve America's energy independence.

Discussion topics will include a brief history of natural gas exploration in New York, the industry's environmental safety record, current regulations, water usage, economic considerations and a question-and-answer session.

While natural gas exploration has been conducted safely in New York for decades, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is preparing to release an environmental impact statement on horizontal drilling - a more efficient technique that allows greater volumes of natural gas to be extracted from a single drill site. Questions stemming from the DEC's actions will be addressed as well.

All members of the public are invited to attend the following evening sessions:

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 27

Morrisville State College

90 Eaton Street

Morrisville, NY

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6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 3

Corning Community College

Triangle Lounge

1 Academic Drive

Corning, NY

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6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 8

Bernie's Holiday Restaurant

277 Rock Hill Drive

Rock Hill, NY

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6:30 - 8-30 p.m.

Thursday, September 10

SUNY Oneonta

Hunt Union

108 Ravine Parkway

Oneonta, NY

Registration is encouraged but not required. Please call 518.432.9087 to or e-mail dfasser@corningplace.com.

IOGA of NY is a trade association founded in 1980 to protect, foster and advance the common interests of oil and gas producers, professionals and related industries in the State of New York. IOGA of NY takes great pride in its commitment to members and their local communities. For additional information on natural gas exploration, as well as an up-to-date listing of the association's public meeting schedule, please visit IOGA of NY's informational blog: www.marcellusfacts.com.

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