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Fast Company
4 months ago
Business

Oil and gas companies ruined a family farm. Then they walked away

Property owners often don't own the oil beneath their land, leading to limited control over extraction activities and potential environmental risks. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles

Could Culver City's landmark deal to end oil production be a model for other cities?

Culver City in California has reached an agreement with oil producer Sentinel Peak Resources to cease petroleum extraction and seal its 38 wells by 2030.
The deal serves as a model for other municipalities looking to end fossil fuel production and address the health and environmental risks associated with idle oil wells. [ more ]
Fast Company
4 months ago
Business

Oil and gas companies ruined a family farm. Then they walked away

Property owners often don't own the oil beneath their land, leading to limited control over extraction activities and potential environmental risks. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles

Could Culver City's landmark deal to end oil production be a model for other cities?

Culver City in California has reached an agreement with oil producer Sentinel Peak Resources to cease petroleum extraction and seal its 38 wells by 2030.
The deal serves as a model for other municipalities looking to end fossil fuel production and address the health and environmental risks associated with idle oil wells. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Business

This is something that divides us': Ecuador's turbulent transition from oil dependence

Despite a historic referendum halting oil extraction in Yasuni national park, the community remains divided on the economic benefits versus preserving the environment. [ more ]
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