Shell’s petrochemical plant in Pennsylvania still hasn’t spurred economic development: Report

Shell’s petrochemical plant in Pennsylvania still hasn’t spurred economic development: Report

PITTSBURGH — After more than two years in operation, Shell’s petrochemical plant in Pennsylvania has failed to deliver economic growth to the surrounding region, according to a new report.

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