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Two events to celebrate today: First, the Australian Parliament passed a carbon tax last week. Although it is relatively weak (oil for cars is exempt, and most emission permits are given out for free),...
View ArticleApparently, I’m an enemy of Canada
A big story in Canada these days is oil pipelines. The federal government wants to ramp up the tar sands industry through international exports. The easiest way to transport crude is through pipelines...
View ArticleWell, This is a Problem
The back gardens of Mayflower, Arkansas aren’t looking too good: Yes, that’s oil. Canadian oil, no less. You’re welcome. I’ve heard surprisingly little about this event, which occurred when an Exxon...
View ArticleCover Your Ears and Sing Loudly
At public hearings on the environmental impacts of proposed oil pipelines, Canadians are no longer allowed to discuss climate change: any testimonials concerning how the oil was produced (“upstream...
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