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PA Environment Digest Blog

DEP’s Feb 21–27, 2026 period shows 611 oil and gas inspection entries in the Compliance Database.
So far in 2026, 97 abandoned conventional well violations have been issued or continued.
Multiple counties report abandoned wells with regulatory responses due by March 11 to address noncompliance.
Spills and leaks in shale gas wells prompted follow-up inspections and continued violations in 2026.
DEP cites ongoing monitoring for gas leaks and casing/cementing issues at several wells.
DEP actions include issuing notices and requesting owner responses for environmental compliance
The digest directs readers to DEP’s Compliance Reporting Database and Mapping Tool for public access.
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The calendar lists related notices, including permit notices and opportunities to comment.
The report emphasizes that the cited figures may not reflect all NOVs issued during the period.

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