The processes of planning, permitting, exploration, production and distribution, of energy resources in the United States trigger an array of environmental regulations and scientific and engineering obstacles. The professionals at Penn E&R have provided expert consultation to address all of these areas for numerous energy-related operations and facilities including:
- Fossil fuel & ore mining
- Coal fired electric generating operations
- Drilling operations
- Natural gas production in the Marcellus Shale & other formations
- Petroleum exploration & refining
- Petroleum & natural gas storage terminals & distribution facilities
- Natural gas compressor stations & distribution operations
- Landfill gas recovery operations
- Electrical substation operations
- Alternative energy generation facilities
Mining
For more than a century, coal has played a major role in the economic and industrial development of the United States and the world. In recent years mining has experienced resurgence and regulatory requirements imposed on mining operators today have become more stringent and more complex.
The professionals at Penn E&R have years of experience providing Mining Industry Services to the coal industry. We have a tremendously diverse group of engineering, geotechnical, and environmental professionals that have extensive experience with mine related permitting, engineering design, investigation/characterization, and corrective action activities. Our staff has provided a full range of services to a number of mining companies in the eastern U.S. In addition, our personnel have designed, constructed and operated acid mine drainage treatment systems for a variety of private and public entities. We have the most forward thinking professionals with significant experience in various active and passive AMD remediation systems.
Petroleum & Natural Gas
Penn E&R has provided professional Petroleum and Natural Gas Services to the Marcellus Shale Gas Industry in Pennsylvania, New York and West Virginia since 2006. Our seasoned staff of professional engineers, geologists, and environmental scientists has experienced all aspects of natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale; from land valuation and acquisition through well completion and production. We understand the fluid nature of the petroleum and natural gas industry and the need for immediate responsive service. We work closely with regulators to ensure our clients’ needs are met while maintaining compliance with industry rules and regulations.
Electric Power Generation
Penn E&R personnel have a solid track record of providing Electric Power Generation Industry Services for over 20 years. Penn E&R has worked with several of the northeast regions most pervasive power generators for more than a decade. The services provided to this industry are extremely diverse and range from conducting evaluations and completing SPPC plans for over 400 substations to completing major environmental remediation work under CERCLA, RCRA and the NRC. Penn E&R realizes our primary obligation to our client’s best interest and our commitment to meeting their specific goals.
Penn E&R’s overall Energy Services program mission is to provide timely, high quality, cost effective and practical solutions. By maintaining this standard Penn E&R has achieved positive name recognition throughout the eastern United States in the field of Energy Industry Consulting.