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Panel to study Canada oil sands impact
Alberta is forming an independent panel of scientists to study data on water pollution near the Canadian province’s oil sands after a report by a noted ecologist concluded the industry’s operations were contaminating a northern river system. The move, announced by Alberta Environment Minister Rob Renner on Friday, is aimed at ending an emotional debate…
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Partner puts blame on BP, claims negligence
BP Plc’s costs for the worst spill in U.S. history appeared set to rise as a partner in the out-of-control well laid the blame at BP’s feet and the new federal czar overseeing damage claims said BP would pay more if $20 billion was not enough. The British oil company said it would not be…
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Gulf fishermen say Obama’s words can’t stop the oil
It’s a familiar refrain in southern Louisiana since the oil spill began and after President Barack Obama’s speech on Tuesday, it was voiced once again: there is little he can do until the oil stops gushing. At the Black Velvet Oyster Bar and Grill in Buras, Louisiana, a popular watering hole for commercial and recreational…