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Government Data Sharpens Focus on Crude-Oil Train Routes
An analysis of federal government data adds new details to what's known about the routes taken by trains carrying crude oil. Local governments are often unaware of the potential …
The “Urbee” 3D-Printed Car: Coast to Coast on 10 Gallons?
With the advancement of 3D printing in sight, an environmentally sustainable revolution in design and manufacturing is poised to take center stage.
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Fossil Free Canada Convergence Deepens an International Movement
The Canadian Youth Climate Coalition hosted the first-ever Fossil Free Canada Convergence.
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Fossil-Fueled Republicanism
Pop the champagne corks in Washington, it's party time for Big Energy.
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Given Scant Information, Activists Struggle to Fight New Pipeline in Iowa
Limited information is also stalling comprehensive organizing efforts to connect environmental activists with landowners.
How to Buy a City: Chevron Spends $3 Million on Local California Election to Oust Refinery Critics
The oil giant Chevron is being accused of attempting to buy the city government of Richmond, California.
Why There’s a Real Chance My Texas Town Might Ban Fracking
The history of Denton's struggle with fracking reveals why the gas industry's “responsible drilling” propaganda is deceitful and why a total ban is necessary.
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Beating Climate Change by Retooling the Economy: The Story Begins in Navajo Country
In 2001, Navajo and Hopi youth created the Black Mesa Water Coalition to stop the depletion of the Navajo Aquifer.
On the News With Thom Hartmann: California’s Dwindling Water Supply Is Contaminated, and More
In today's On the News segment: California is already dealing with the worst drought in history. The last thing residents needed was to learn that their dwindling water supply …
Paying the Price of Tar Sands Expansion
A little-known tax break allows companies to write-off half of the cost of new equipment for refining tar sands and shale oil.