Tag: fossil fuel
Activists decry Biden’s ‘reckless’ resumption of fossil fuel leases on public...
"Biden is choosing to stand with polluters over people at the expense of frontline communities and the future of the planet."
Shell reconsiders exploring Cambo oilfield in the UK
With a surge in oil prices since Russia invaded Ukraine, Shell is said to still be invested in the controversial oilfield project.
Gas flaring can harm people 60 miles away, study finds
Researchers found that people don't have to be right next to oil and gas fields to experience respiratory distress from flaring.
New scientist festival shuns fossil fuel sponsorship after campaign pressure
The festival’s shift from BP and Shell partnerships comes as a growing number of cultural institutions have cut ties with oil and gas companies.
In a contested Oregon primary race, Democrats back candidate taking fossil...
Rather than back a progressive climate champion, a retiring congressman throws his weight behind a candidate who has taken campaign cash from Jordan Cove LNG.
Fossil fuel giants seek billions from European countries under secretive treaty
"It is literally insane that the global fossil fuel phase-out is being actively sabotaged by antiquated treaties and corporate greed," said one critic.
New study confirms clean energy commitments from oil giants are nothing...
"Oil and gas companies talk like they care about the climate, but they keep drilling and polluting with complete disregard for the damage they cause."
Footage of offshore oil accident highlights risks of deepwater drilling
A November incident involving the Transocean Deepwater Pontus drillship is a reminder that “simple failures can cause serious incidents, in the blink of an eye,” one oil spill expert said.
How Exxon is using an unusual law to intimidate critics over...
Exxon has "a track record of promoting half truths, misrepresentations and in some cases outright lies."
With billions in fines, US Chamber of Commerce’s ranks are ‘packed...
A new report catalogues 15,896 federal and state violations from more than 100 U.S. Chamber of Commerce members, including major fossil fuel companies.
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143 million Americans may be exposed to toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Millions of Americans face exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, with new EPA data revealing the extent of contamination and fears of regulatory rollbacks under a Trump administration.
House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...
Legislation dubbed the “nonprofit killer” faces backlash over potential threats to free speech and civil liberties.
Sierra Club sounds alarm, nominee Lee Zeldin ‘unqualified’ to head EPA
“The best-case scenario is that the EPA will lose four years in the fight for the planet. The worst-case scenario should send a shudder down your spine.”
David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.
How climate change threatens HIV care in vulnerable US communities
These disasters not only wreak havoc on infrastructure and displace communities, but also disrupt access to critical healthcare services.