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High Country News
2 days ago
Left-wing politics

Trump vs. Biden on the climate - High Country News

Former President Trump made promises to oil and gas executives for regulatory rollbacks in exchange for $1 billion in campaign support. [ more ]
Fast Company
4 days ago
Business

ConocoPhillips to buy Marathon Oil in $22.5 billion deal-another energy megamerger

Consolidation wave in the oil and gas industry continues with ConocoPhillips acquiring Marathon Oil in a $22.5 billion deal. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US Elections

Senate Democrats Open Inquiry Into Trump's $1 Billion Request of Oil Industry

Senate Democrats investigate Trump's alleged $1 billion request from oil and gas executives for campaign in exchange for policy changes. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Oil and Gas Billionaires Drum Up Dollars for Trump

President Biden faces backlash from oil and gas industry after pausing new permits for liquefied natural gas export facilities. [ more ]
The New Yorker
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

It's a Climate Election Now

Trump reportedly offering to reverse Biden's climate rules for $1 billion from oil-and-gas industry, highlighting his consistent loyalty to fossil fuels. [ more ]
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
Law

Oklahoma judge halts enforcement of anti-ESG law

The judge in Oklahoma blocked a state law prohibiting pension systems from investing with companies limiting investments in oil and gas. [ more ]
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KQED
6 months ago
Environment

EPA Aims to Combat Climate Change with New Methane Reduction Rules | KQED

The EPA estimates that the new methane emissions rule will capture or prevent enough methane to heat nearly 8 million American homes for a winter.
The rule is expected to have net financial benefits of at least $7.3 billion per year from 2024 to 2038, including cost savings, climate benefits, and health benefits. [ more ]
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Environment

COP28: Germany praises efforts to curb methane emissions DW 12/03/2023

Germany supports initiatives to reduce methane emissions and sees them as a way to quickly make an impact in the fight against climate change.
Germany is focusing on reducing methane emissions in the energy sector, particularly in the production of gas and oil. [ more ]
time.com
6 months ago
Environment

U.S. Targets Oil and Natural Gas Industry's Role in Global Warming With New Final Rule

The Biden administration issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions in the U.S. oil and natural gas industry.
The rule will promote the use of cutting-edge methane detection technologies and deliver significant public health benefits. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
6 months ago
Environment

US targets oil and natural gas industry's role in global warming with new rule on methane emissions

The Biden administration issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions from the U.S. oil and natural gas industry.
The rule will promote the use of cutting-edge methane detection technologies and deliver public health benefits. [ more ]
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WSJ
5 months ago
Canada news

Canada Imposes Emissions Cap on Oil and Gas Industry

Canada will use a cap-and-trade system to impose greenhouse gas emission limits on its oil and gas industry.
The government will issue emissions allowances to oil and gas producers, beginning in 2030. [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

House GOP Would Have Taxpayers Pay for Cleanup When Fracking Boom Goes Bust

A House committee is considering legislation introduced by Rep. Boebert that could leave taxpayers with a $17.7 billion bill for cleaning up abandoned oil and gas wells on public lands.
Industry lobbyists are trying to defeat a Biden administration proposal to strengthen requirements for well cleanup on federal lands. [ more ]
Truthout
6 months ago
Environment

Fossil Fuel Companies Back Toothless "Decarbonization Charter" at COP28 in Dubai

Civil society groups and frontline voices criticize the 'Oil and Gas Decarbonization Charter' unveiled at COP28 as a greenwashing ploy and a distraction from the need for legal agreements.
Critics highlight that the voluntary pledge does not address a significant portion of emissions produced by the industry, namely downstream consumption of oil, coal, and gas. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Oil and gas firms must convert to renewables or face decline, says IEA chief

Oil and gas producers must transition to renewable energy or face economic decline.
The International Energy Agency's executive director emphasizes the role of oil and gas companies in tackling climate change. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Environment

Global talks to cut plastic waste stall as industry and environmental groups clash

Negotiations over a global plastics treaty ended with little progress due to oil and gas producers blocking a final decision.
Plastic production is expected to increase, and most of it is made from chemicals derived from fossil fuels.
There is disagreement over whether the treaty should have binding global rules or be based on voluntary targets. [ more ]
WSJ
6 months ago
Environment

Opinion | To Slow Climate Change, Curb Methane First

Reducing methane pollution is the most effective way to slow the rate of global warming in the short term.
The meeting in Dubai could have a positive outcome if the oil and gas industry commits to cutting methane pollution. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Environment

The world is awash in plastic. Oil producers want a say in how it's cleaned up

Over 400 million metric tons of plastic waste end up in landfills and water bodies each year.
Negotiators from around 150 countries are gathering in Kenya to discuss a legally binding agreement to address plastic pollution. [ more ]
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