Developers of the Appalachian Shale Cracker Enterprise project are moving ahead rapidly with plans for a new ethane cracker facility for Wood County.

Although the company announced the purchase of land, it’s never said for certain this facility will become a reality. However, in recent days more and more actions reveal they are closing in on a positive decision.

“Systematically they are checking off the boxes,” said state Commerce Secretary Keith Burdette. “In fact, they are a little bit ahead of schedule and that’s very encouraging.”

Developers with Ascent recently sought environmental permits for the site. They are simultaneously working on an archeological survey of the land. Burdette said it’s too early to say for sure, but he’s optimistic this will become a reality.

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