Tag: American Petroleum Institute

Biden Administration to Fine Oil and Gas Companies for Excess Methane

A plan to impose a fee of $900 to $1,500 on every excess ton of methane emissions would be the first federal price on greenhouse gas pollution.

California Sues Oil Giants, Claiming Decades of Deception

Launching one of the most prominent climate lawsuits in the nation, the state claims Exxon, Shell, BP and others misled the public and seeks creation of a special fund to pay for recovery.

Maui Sued Big Oil in 2020, Citing Fire Risks and More

Maui County’s lawsuit against some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies is still winding its way through state court.

In the Fight Over Gas Stoves, Meet the Industry’s Go-To Scientist

Longstanding research shows the health dangers of gas-burning ranges. Utilities are turning to Julie Goodman, a toxicologist with a firm whose work raises questions about the science.

Ban Gas Stoves? Just the Idea Gets Washington Boiling.

The nation’s top consumer watchdog agency raised concerns about indoor air pollution from gas stoves. A political firestorm ensued.