Op-Ed: Beaver County Pipeline Explosion: How to Prevent Future Catastrophes

This op-ed, originally published in the Beaver County Times, reflects on the Beaver County pipeline explosion and what must be done to avoid similar disasters. We need stronger pipeline safety standards, better oversight of construction and maintenance, and emergency planning that puts communities first. PennFuture urges policymakers to reject weak regulations and shift toward clean energy to protect residents from future catastrophes.