$1.4 Million Approved for Gas Pipeline Projects Across Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is investing $1.4 million to expand natural gas pipeline infrastructure in Bradford and Somerset counties, extending service to homes, schools and industrial users.
(P&GJ) — Pennsylvania officials have approved more than $1.4 million in funding to support natural gas pipeline expansion projects aimed at extending service to homes, businesses and industrial users.
The funding, awarded through the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA), will support pipeline construction in Bradford and Somerset counties as part of the state’s Pipeline Investment Program (PIPE).
“Strategic investments in infrastructure and site development help communities compete for new jobs and business growth,” said Secretary Siger. “Through the Pipeline Investment Program, we’re helping extend critical energy infrastructure that supports manufacturers, schools, and local economies. And by opening the next round of the Business in Our Sites program, we’re continuing to work with communities to prepare more sites for development and make it easier for companies to choose Pennsylvania when they’re ready to grow.”
In Bradford County, Leatherstocking Gas Company received $877,918 to construct a new pipeline through Wyalusing Borough. The project is expected to bring natural gas service to 110 homes and 60 commercial facilities, including HVAC manufacturer Arrow United Industries.
In Somerset County, the Rockwood Area School District was awarded $570,084 to extend natural gas service to its facilities in Rockwood Borough. The project will replace the district’s existing heating system and could enable service access for nearby homes and businesses, including ASSA ABLOY, Rockwood Casualty Insurance, the local fire department and several other facilities.
The PIPE program is designed to fund the final segments of natural gas distribution lines to business parks and existing industrial users, supporting job creation and expanded energy access.
State officials also announced that applications for the Business in Our Sites (BOS) program will open March 19. The program provides grants and loans to help communities prepare development-ready sites to attract business investment.
Applications for BOS funding will be accepted through June 30.