1. Adkl presentation: Appalachian Storage hub conference
Thursday June 7, 2018
Hilton Garden inn
Robert Johnson #

2. Review of Benedum Study – this morning
Potential sites identified in all three states
Subsequent review since the 2017 Benedum Study including the American Chemistry Council, WVU Energy institute, and other research/analysis

3. Moving forward

4. Need for public support/advocacy

5. Regional approach to advocacy
Regional approach beginning with Tri State Shale Coalition
Tri State Shale Coalition support for storage hubs in identified locations
Build Grass tops and Grassroots support
Identify public official “Champions” who can positively influence legislatures, county commissions, and township officials
Push back against anti-fracking opposition
Tell the story highlighting jobs and long-term economic opportunities

6. Public-private partnerships
Public-private partnerships will be important in attracting investors/developers
Need for industry partners to work with government entities in all three states beginning with the Tri-State Shale Coalition
Coalition agreement extended earlier this year
Coalition consists of OH, PA, and WV Governors

7. Regulations Need for predictability in regulatory structure
Consistency in regulations across the tri state area, both locally and at the state level
Reasonable time frame for permit applications

8. Infrastructure needs
Identify needed infrastructure near potential storage hub areas
Build public support for needed infrastructure including pipelines, rail, water, roads, and processing facilities
Advocacy for these projects with regional Municipal Planning organizations (MPO) and all economic development agencies within the region

9. Funding and other support
Identify private and public funding sources for investment dollars and infrastructure
Prioritize public funding to maximize private investment
Advocate for this funding at appropriate public hearings/meetings
Ensure workforce training thru higher education including community colleges and building trades

10. Possible funding mechanisms
Tax Increment Financing (TIFs)
Public-Private Partnerships (P3s)
Bond issues
Opportunity Zones
Low Interest Loans – Industrial Development Authorities
State Infrastructure Banks – operate revolving investment funds providing low interest loans and grants

11. Closing and Questions Robert Johnson, rjohnson@adkl.org