Other Shale Resources

Ohio Resources

The Ohio State University Subsurface Energy Resource Center
The Ohio State Subsurface Energy Resource Center contributes to the knowledge of subsurface resource development and its associated environmental issues, and serves as a resource to policy makers.

ODNR Shale Resource Webpage
Information prepared by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Mineral Resources Management
      1. ODNR Well Locator and Well Database
      2. ODNR Shale Permitting Information

ODNR Geologic Map of Ohio
A map showing the geological strata in various parts of the Appalachian Basin.

Ohio Shale Supply Chain Database
The Ohio University Voinovich School's Consortium for Energy, Economics & the Environment (CE3) developed a Geographic Information System (GIS) database that maps supply chain opportunities for suppliers and buyers within the state's shale industry.

Ohio Oil and Gas Industry Career Guide
Resources compiled by the Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program (OOGEEP) include a comprehensive oil and gas career guide, and a complete list of the 70+ institutions offering oil and gas-related training programs in Ohio.

EIA U.S. Energy Mapping System
U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) interactive mapping tool provides locations and information on power plants, pipelines, shale plays and other energy-specific topics.

Resources for Individuals

FracFocus Chemical Disclosure Registry
A joint project of the Ground Water Protection Council and the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission designed to provide information about the chemicals used in the hydraulic fracturing process.

GoMarcellusShale Blog
An interactive network and resource center for landowners in the Appalachian Basin, including landowners in Ohio involved in the development of the Utica Shale.

National Association of Royalty Owners
A national organization representing the interests of mineral and royalty owners.

Ohio State University Extension Shale Education Program
A program dedicated to educating landowners and communities on issues related to the development of Ohio's shale resources.

Penn State University Marcellus Center for Outreach and Research
A resource center dedicated to research and education relating to shale development.

Landowner Group Formation, The New York Times
June 6, 2012
In this video and article, The New York Times profiled the Southeast Ohio Landowners Association that Bricker & Eckler represents as co-counsel and that we assisted in formation and negotiation of the Association's landowner leases.

Industry Resources

American Petroleum Institute
The largest trade association for the oil and gas industry.

Ohio Oil and Gas Association
Statewide trade association of members involved in the exploration, development and production of oil and gas.

American Gas Association
Informational website devoted to the responsible development of natural gas resources.

Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program (OOGEP)
An industry-funded education program established to promote a positive public awareness of Ohio's oil and gas industry.

Baker Hughes Resources
Oilfield services company Baker Hughes provides several interactive resources to track rig counts and drilling activity worldwide, including Rig Count Overview & Summary Count.

Utica and Marcellus Shale Economic Impact Studies

Pennsylvania

The Economic Impacts of the Pennsylvania Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Play
The updated May 24, 2010 study

Appalachia

The Economic Impacts of the Marcellus Shale: Implications for New York, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia
July 2010 report to The American Petroleum Institute