Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce

04/30/2021 | Press release | Archived content

Statement from Allegheny Conference CEO Stefani Pashman on U.S. Steel Announcement

Statement from Allegheny Conference CEO Stefani Pashman on U.S. Steel Announcement


PITTSBURGH - April 30, 2021 - 'We are greatly disappointed that U.S. Steel has cancelled planned upgrades to the Mon Valley Works, which I proudly celebrated two years ago by speaking at the organization's bold announcement. This will negatively impact our region, as the project represented $1.5 billion in capital investment and 1,500 jobs. It is a blow to the citizens of the Mon Valley who were counting on the planned upgrades to provide a brighter future, just as many others throughout our region rely on our robust manufacturing and energy industries for their livelihoods.
This news underscores the need to support pro-growth policies. To grow our population and economy and to remain competitive with other regions, the Pittsburgh region needs the level of job impact and investment the Mon Valley Works project was to create.
U.S. Steel has emphasized its commitment to continue steelmaking in the Mon Valley. It promises future investments will support its goal to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050.

As disheartening as today's news is, we know the Pittsburgh region has a strong future in advanced manufacturing. We stand at the ready to help propel our region's growth and opportunity as a maker of materials that build the world.'

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MEDIA CONTACT: Philip Cynar, Allegheny Conference, [email protected]