Criminal Charges Announced Against Energy Transfer, Developer of Mariner East Pipelines

PHILADELPHIA, PA (October 5, 2021)  Standing at the shore of Marsh Creek Lake, the site of a major spill last year on the Mariner East 2 pipeline project, Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced 48 criminal charges against Energy Transfer for illegal conduct during construction of the pipelines, including two misdemeanors and a felony charge. These are the most serious criminal charges yet brought against the Texas-based pipeline corporation. 

Joseph Otis Minott, Esq., Clean Air Council Executive Director and Chief Counsel, issued the following statement:

“These criminal charges are a critical step toward holding this reckless company accountable for the many disasters it has inflicted on the public’s health and Pennsylvania’s precious water resources. Residents have fought tirelessly to defend their right to clean air and water in the face of Energy Transfer’s ongoing abuse. We welcome the Attorney General stepping up to support them.”