About the Conference:
The 2025 Orphan and Idle Wells Northern Appalachia Conference will be held November 6–7 in Pittsburgh. It brings together regulators, industry, and community leaders to explore solutions for managing abandoned oil and gas wells across Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Ohio, and surrounding states.

The Challenge:
Thousands of abandoned wells across the region leak methane, contaminate water, and pose safety risks—many hidden in forests or remote terrain. With new funding and growing urgency, this is a key moment to tackle legacy wells and protect communities.

Top 5 Key Topics:

• Regional Funding in Action – How state and federal dollars are driving progress on well remediation.
• Scaling Plugging Programs – Addressing workforce gaps and contractor capacity to meet demand.
• Methane Monitoring & Emissions Reduction – Technologies and tools for identifying and controlling emissions.
• Regulatory Leadership & Collaboration – Aligning efforts across states to streamline solutions.
• Carbon Crediting Opportunities – Exploring how verified credits can support well plugging and fund long-term environmental outcomes.

Top 3 Conference Sessions:

• State-Led Strategies for Orphan Well Management in Northern Appalachia
  A cross-state look at how Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia are scaling up plugging programs.
• From Plugging to Prevention: Methane Mitigation and Long-Term Liabilities
  Practical insights on reducing emissions and building sustainable monitoring systems.
• Workforce Readiness and Contractor Capacity in a Rapidly Scaling Sector
  How the region is preparing its workforce and service sector for long-term success in remediation efforts.

Join Us: Together, we can address one of Appalachia's most pressing environmental challenges while creating sustainable economic opportunities for our communities. Secure your spot at the conference and be part of the solution. 

For more information please contact Brandy Cormier at brandy.cormier@energyconferencenetwork.com