energy
Energy industry showers Texas politicians with cash after weak regulation bills pass
August 9, 2021The increase in donations for the officials at the close of the session looks like a reward for not passing more stringent regulations.
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Carbon sequestration: Climate solution or bridge to more fossil fuel profits?
June 2, 2021A section in ruling circles sees carbon sequestration as a way to keep the golden calf of fossil fuels churning out mega-profits for as long as possible.
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To mine or not to mine? Alberta coal confusion puts water in danger
March 12, 2021Confusion reigns as to what the government's policy is, but coal companies are guaranteed a win.
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Worker’s death sparks historic oil and gas strike in Iran
August 10, 2020The strike action was triggered when Ebrahim Arabzadeh, a contract worker at Mahshahr petrochemical complex, died from heat exhaustion at work.
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Illinois energy companies planning utility shutoff spree when moratorium expires
July 31, 2020They are determined to cut the cord on families who can’t pay up, but residents and activists are fighting back.
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