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There’s coal hiding in the tar sands, and the emissions are not being counted

Increasing petcoke use is a clear result of the increasing production of tar sands bitumen. Petcoke is a seldom discussed yet highly important aspect of the full impacts of tar sands production. Factored into the equation, petcoke puts another strong nail in the coffin of any rational argument for the further exploitation of the tar sands.

New Research to Reveal Full Climatic Impact of KXL

Tomorrow at the National Press Club in Washington, academics and activists will present damning new research about the Keystone XL pipeline and the development of tar sands.

Purple Haze

As Australia scorches under a record heatwave and the US records its hottest year ever, the climate deniers and oil industry carry on regardless.

Texas Judge Stops KXL

In yet another victory for anti-Keystone XL protestors, a Texas Judge has ordered that TransCanada temporarily stop work on the pipeline.

The Math Means No KXL

Over 3,000 people marched around the White House yesterday with a simple message for President Obama: Say no once and for all to the KXL.

Big Oil bet big…and lost.

“We have protected these lands with our hearts, soul and lives”

Locals in Ecuador are fighting PetroAmazonas to explore close to the ecologically and culturally sensitive Yasuni national park.

Big Oil spin vs. Reality in Tonight’s Debate

It’s pretty safe to assume one or both of the candidates will bring up energy issues in some predictable ways.

Different Voices Unite Against Tar Sands

From Canada to Texas, from protestors to oil industry whistleblowers, there is one message. Stop the tar sands and KXL.