Keystone Energy Forum

As we look for safe, reliable, domestic sources of energy -- we need look no further than the Buckeye State. That's right -- Ohio is sitting on top of a veritable "gold mine" known as the Marcellus and Utica Shale formations.

Hydraulic fracturing is a means of extracting natural gas from shale formations such as the Marcellus and Utica. It is a proven technology used in more than 1 million wells and is governed by stringent standards and regulations to protect the environment and citizens.

The production of Ohio shale and access to Canadian oil sands will ensure Ohio employers have affordable energy to fuel their growth and create more jobs.

A steady, reliable supply of energy from Ohio shale formations and Canadian oil stands would help protect Buckeye State jobs.

Oil from Canada is in such abundance it can provide the United States with nearly 170 billion barrels of oil and remain our nation's biggest supplier of imported oil.

The United States' energy demand is projected to grow through 2030, and America is striving to meet its growing energy demands with all viable sources, including fossil fuels, renewables and alternative energy supplies.