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Oil companies pushed ineffective carbon capture while reaping tax benefits

Oil companies pushed ineffective carbon capture while reaping tax benefits

A congressional investigation found that oil companies misled the public about the effectiveness of carbon capture technology while benefiting from substantial tax credits.

Amy Westervelt reports for Vox.

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ExxonMobil's board loses climate scientist with minimal impact

ExxonMobil's board loses climate scientist with minimal impact

Susan Avery, the first climate scientist on ExxonMobil's board, is stepping down after seven years without significant progress on the company's climate policies.

Emily Sanders reports for DeSmog.

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California close to wrapping investigation on Exxon's role in plastic pollution

California close to wrapping investigation on Exxon's role in plastic pollution

California's Attorney General announced an impending decision on potential legal actions against Exxon Mobil Corp over its role in global plastic pollution.

Valerie Volcovici reports for Reuters.

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Exxon CEO shifts emission accountability to consumers

Exxon CEO shifts emission accountability to consumers

Exxon Mobil's CEO Darren Woods argues that the onus of carbon pollution rests with consumers, not the oil producers.

Kate Yoder reports for Grist.

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Chicago takes on oil giants in climate lawsuit

A lawsuit alleges that BP, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Exxon Mobil, and Shell have damaged Chicago by undermining scientific credibility, while their products contribute to devastating effects such as intense storms, floods, extreme heat, and coastal erosion.

Brett Chase reports for the Chicago Sun-Times.

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Exxon's oil exploration in Guyana could heighten regional tensions

ExxonMobil's plan to drill for oil in a disputed region between Guyana and Venezuela risks escalating tensions in South America.

Luke Taylor reports for The Guardian.

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US oil company ExxonMobil sues to block investors’ climate proposals
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US oil company ExxonMobil sues to block investors’ climate proposals

The US oil company ExxonMobil has filed a lawsuit to block a vote on a climate resolution brought by a green activist, in move that will be watched closely by fossil fuel companies worldwide.

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