Report Warns of Tar Sands Refinery Health Hazards
Burning bitumen releases sulfur content akin to those produced by coal-fired plants.
Burning bitumen releases sulfur content akin to those produced by coal-fired plants.
The cleantech industry will be undermined if President Obama approves expansion of the Keystone pipeline through the US.
Only the President can approve the pipeline from Canada; direct action planned for Washington DC in August.
Study tested industry claims that contaminants in rivers are from natural sources.
Billions to be made on dirty tar sands has transformed Canada into an obstructionist player in climate negotiations.
Native American and environmental groups filed suit in federal court last week challenging a proposed tar sands oil pipeline.
U.S. State Department has issued a permit for a pipeline to carry oil from Canada's tar sands to refineries in the U.S.