Articles by John Upton
John Upton is a reporter at Climate Central.
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ExxonMobil wins safety award from corporate-backed group
The National Safety Council, whose board includes ExxonMobil execs, has bestowed a safety medal on the oil giant. Never mind that little tar-sands spill in Arkansas!
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Italy seizes wind and solar trove from Mafia
The biggest ever seizure of Mafia-linked assets has transferred ownership of 43 wind and solar energy companies to the Italian government.
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Why tar-sands pipelines are just too risky
Pipeline spills are happening more frequently in Upper Midwest states where tar-sands oil is more commonly transported.
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Climate skeptic could run Down Under
In a country lashed by climate change, it's a surprise that Australia's next prime minister might stomp out the country's efforts to fight and adapt to global warming.
