--- title: "Reviving the Land: Plants & Goodwin’s Historic Plug and Abandonment Project" description: Explore PA's inaugural BIL-funded plug and abandonment project by Plants & Goodwin. A pioneering effort in environmental restoration. image: https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hubfs/PG-Blog-Thumbnail-Blog-FS22.jpg --- [![header logo](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hubfs/PG-LP01-%20logo.png)](https://plantsgoodwin.com/) - [OUR P&A SERVICES](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/) - [Plug & Abandonment](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/plug-and-abandonment/) - [Cementing](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/cementing/) - [Wireline Services](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/wireline-services/) - [Our Projects](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-projects/) - [Media Center](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com) - [About Us](https://plantsgoodwin.com/about-us/) - [Health & Safety](https://plantsgoodwin.com/about-us/health-and-safety/) - [Careers](https://plantsgoodwin.com/careers/) - [Contact Us](https://plantsgoodwin.com/contact-us/) - [![](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hubfs/Blog%20Assets/mobile-icon.png) (814) 904-6122](tel:8149046122) [![header logo](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hubfs/PG-LP01-%20logo.png)](https://plantsgoodwin.com/) - [OUR P&A SERVICES](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/) - [Plug & Abandonment](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/plug-and-abandonment/) - [Cementing](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/cementing/) - [Wireline Services](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-services/wireline-services/) - [Our Projects](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-projects/) - [Media Center](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com) - [About Us](https://plantsgoodwin.com/about-us/) - [Health & Safety](https://plantsgoodwin.com/about-us/health-and-safety/) - [Careers](https://plantsgoodwin.com/careers/) - [Contact Us](https://plantsgoodwin.com/contact-us/) - [![](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hubfs/Blog%20Assets/mobile-icon.png) (814) 904-6122](tel:8149046122) # Reviving the Land: Plants & Goodwin’s Historic Plug and Abandonment Project November 3rd, 2023 - - - - [mailto:offices@plantsgoodwin.com?&subject=&cc=&bcc=&body=https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/plants-goodwins-historic-plug-and-abandonment-project%0A](mailto:offices@plantsgoodwin.com?&subject=&cc=&bcc=&body=https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/plants-goodwins-historic-plug-and-abandonment-project%0A) [Back](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/blog) ![PG-Blog-MainImage-Blog-FS22-1](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PG-Blog-MainImage-Blog-FS22-1.jpg?width=201&height=134&name=PG-Blog-MainImage-Blog-FS22-1.jpg)In the quiet corners of rural Northwest Pennsylvania, where nature's beauty often conceals hidden environmental threats, Plants & Goodwin (P&G) embarked on a monumental journey. Tackling the challenge of abandoned wells, P&G's expertise and dedication shone brightly in their recent plug and abandonment project in Otto Township, McKean County.  ## Challenges: A Delicate Task in Residential Spaces Fifteen orphaned wells, relics from an era with lax regulations, cast a shadow on the local community. Two of these wells sat ominously within residential yards, one mere feet away from a home and a state road. The lack of proper records, a common issue in these cases, complicated the project further. The delicate nature of the residential locations demanded a meticulous approach. ## Solution: A Historic Milestone with Federal Support This venture marked a historic moment as the first project completed in Pennsylvania with federal funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. P&G didn't just rely on their expertise, they brought back their 1965 Bucyrus-Erie 60-L Cable Tool Rig from retirement. One of their veteran employees, with 30 years of experience, left his desk job to run this rig, showcasing the team's dedication and hands-on approach. ## Efficient Abandonment, Community Impact Completed over three months from February to May 2023, this project became a testament to efficient fund utilization. Pennsylvania is set to receive $400 million in funds to plug thousands of abandoned oil and gas wells, making this project a vital stepping stone toward a cleaner, safer environment. P&G efficiently plugged and abandoned 15 orphan wells, mitigating environmental risks while providing essential restoration services. ## Expanding Horizons: P&G's Ongoing Commitment The successful completion of this project empowered P&G to expand their impact further. [Subsequent projects like FS22-17 in McKean County and work initiation on FS22-20 in Forest and Clarion Counties](https://plantsgoodwin.com/our-projects/) are a testament to P&G's ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and community welfare.  At Plants & Goodwin, the legacy of the past meets the innovation of the future, transforming abandoned wells into symbols of restoration and hope. [Back](https://blog.plantsgoodwin.com/blog) ### Contact Us WE’RE HIRING Tackling abandoned oil wells isn't just a job, it's an art and science. “We want to give you a long-term career,” says Luke Plants, CEO of Plants & Goodwin. If you’re committed to maintaining safety excellence and making a positive impact in the oil and gas industry, join our team. 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