Second Ethane Cracker Closer to Reality in Ohio
Air and water permits have been issued for a second ethane cracker in the region. This one in eastern Ohio is a little more than an hour's drive from Pittsburgh.
Ohio River
One Town’s Saga of Few Jobs, Chronic Pollution and the Coming Chemical Boom
After years of decline, East Liverpool is banking on new economic life from the gas industry. But many are still struggling from pollution that has plagued this town for decades.
Can Shale Gas Rebuild the Region’s Manufacturing Base?
Some are hoping that natural gas can create a plastics industry in the Ohio Valley. Others fear air quality and drinking water will be harmed.
River Life on the ‘Edge of the Grid’
Jason Fleming used to be a lawyer. Now he's the caretaker for a 40-slip marina on the Ohio River. And life has never been better.
ORSANCO Moves to Eliminate Its Water Quality Standards for The Ohio River
The multi-state commission that protects the Ohio River says its standards are redundant to other state and federal regulations.
The Lewis and Clark Expedition Began in Pittsburgh. And Soon the Historic Trail Might, Too.
The Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail begins in Illinois, but now there’s a proposal to extend it eastward, to Pittsburgh.
Ohio River Compact Considers Eliminating Pollution Standards
The Ohio River is cleaner than it used to be. So what's the argument for changing the current regulatory system?
Are Pipelines to Blame for Decline in Ancient Salamanders?
Eastern hellbender salamanders need clean streams with high water quality and silt-free stream beds to find their prey and avoid predators. Pipeline construction isn't making that easy.
A Bold New Vision for Restoring America’s Most Polluted River
A long legacy of industrial pollution has made the Ohio the archetype of a "working" river. But the National Wildlife Federation thinks the Ohio could be transformed into a recreation destination.
