Energy Partners
Value Proposition for Energy Industry Engagement
The Shale POWER project provides technical assistance and business support to small and medium-sized manufacturers and testing laboratories seeking to expand business in the burgeoning shale gas and downstream manufacturing sectors of the Appalachian region. The impetus for the project is the need to assist coal-impacted communities by diversifying and building capacity and performance and driving economic impact and job creation among manufacturers*.
* Eligible companies operate under NAICS codes 31-33 and 541380
Executing the Project
The project plan includes the following key elements:
Resources about the industry to help manufacturers better understand new markets for their products
One-on-one consultation with industry advisors to help determine next steps
Small technical assistance grants to manufacturers for targeted projects to help them enter, or expand in, the shale value chain
Workshops, events and tours to expand industry knowledge and contacts
Benefits to Participating Shale Industry Companies
Companies in the Upstream, Midstream, Downstream and their major contractors and vendors will want to be involved in the project for the following reasons:
Opportunities to identify new suppliers in the region, leading to lower transportation costs and higher reliability and supply chain redundancy
Access to new technologies with the potential to significantly lower costs or increase productivity
Collaboration with local businesses and economic development organizations that could lead to unique long-term partnerships
Visibility for the company and industry as a supporter of regional manufacturing jobs
Next Steps
Contact one of the Industry Engagement managers to discuss how your company can best work with the project:
Katie Klaber
kklaber@shalepower.org
412.897.1030
Matt Henderson
mhenderson@shalepower.org
570.244.1128
CONNECTIONS
Access to supply chain contacts and Shale POWER partners who can assist you
RESOURCES
Industry information and resources that detail the path to new energy opportunities
NEWS & EVENTS
The latest news and events about the shale industry
GRANTS
Technical Assistance with grant funding of up to $5,000