The administration issued an environmental review that represents a key step toward starting the Willow project. Opponents say drilling would violate Biden’s pledge to rein in fossil fuels.
If the Interior Department approves a massive oil and gas project planned in Alaska, it would negate the greenhouse gas emissions avoided by meeting those clean energy goals, according to an analysis.
BP has a long history on the North Slope and deep pockets to respond to disasters. Privately owned Hilcorp has a long list of safety and environment violations.
