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oil drilling

The Shift in Energy Views: Oil’s Unexpected Comeback

April 16, 2026

About ten years back, US energy policies included both fossil fuels and renewables under “all of the above. ” Leaders like former President Barack Obama even supported fracking, arguing that protecting the economy didn’t mean ignoring the environment. Surprisingly, at the time, oil drilling was seen

politics

Science or Spin? The North Sea Debate

April 11, 2026

A group of about 65 people who call themselves “leading UK scientists” sent a letter asking the government to stop drilling for oil and gas in the North Sea. They say that the seas are almost empty, that more drilling would hurt people’s lives and that renewables already exist. The letter was

opinion

Our Ocean, Our Say: Time to Speak Up on Offshore Drilling

January 19, 2026

The ocean is not just a government property. It belongs to all of us. The current administration might want to open up over 85% of the outer continental shelf for oil and gas drilling. But before they do, we have a chance to say something about it. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is giving us

environment

California's Oil Well Buffer Zones: A Legal Showdown

January 15, 2026

In a surprising move, the U. S. Justice Department has taken legal action against California's recent law aimed at protecting communities from oil and gas drilling. This law, which started in 2024, requires new oil wells to be at least 3, 200 feet away from schools, homes, and hospitals. The Justice

environment

Florida's Coast at Risk: Why Offshore Drilling is a Bad Idea

November 24, 2025

Florida's stunning coastline is under threat once again. A recent proposal could allow oil drilling just off the coast, putting the state's economy and environment in danger. The idea of drilling for oil near Florida's coasts is not new, but it's always been a bad idea. The state's economy relies h

politics

Trump's First Week: A Whirlwind of Change

January 25, 2025

President Trump's first week back in office has been a flurry of activity, with a series of executive orders and proclamations that aim to reshape the country quickly. He's been true to his word, taking swift action on issues he promised to tackle during his campaign. One of the most notable change