• IEA Sankey Diagrams

    Updated: 2024-06-28 15:02:44
    The Oil Drum Discussions about Energy and Our Future My Last Campfire Post The Oil Drum Of Milk Cows and Saudi Arabia IEA Sankey Diagrams Posted by JoulesBurn on September 7, 2013 11:05pm The International Energy Agency has taken its share of abuse from The Oil Drum over the years for its rather optimistic forecasts . But it deserves a hearty shout-out for an invaluable resource it has on its web site : Interactive Sankey Diagrams for the World Sankey Diagram showing world energy flows Click for larger view As long as you understand what a Sankey Diagram is , not much more introduction is needed here . You can look at individual countries , consumption patterns as well as production , and more . Click on individual flows and graph over time . World energy use for steel production Click for

  • 20 Years Ago Today on September 11...

    Updated: 2024-06-28 15:02:08
    ... I was in Manhattan on a business trip from Seattle.  Ironically, I was running an aviation-related startup and in town to try to convince my investors to fund a new round based on improvements in the commercial aviation business.   Perhaps the least important death that day was of my company. Along with everyone in […]

  • Shell’s New “Eco-Friendly” Stunt: Two Carbon Capture Projects in Alberta

    Updated: 2024-06-28 14:43:08
    : Royal Dutch Shell Plc com News and information on Shell Plc Skip to Content Privacy Disclaimer Shell Online Library Search : for Search Button Shell’s New Eco-Friendly” Stunt : Two Carbon Capture Projects in Alberta Jun 28th , 2024 by John Donovan Posted by John Donovan : 28 June 2024 Shell Gives the Green Light to Carbon Capture Shenanigans in Alberta Whoop-de-doo So , the bigwigs at Shell have decided to throw us another bone and announced not one , but two shiny new carbon capture projects in Alberta . Because , apparently , the oil giant known for its greed and pollution suddenly wants to save the planet . Cue the . applause The company proudly declared the launch of the Polaris carbon capture project at its Scotford refinery and chemicals complex near Fort Saskatchewan . And let’s

  • Solidarity with Kenya: Opposing IMF-Driven Financial Injustice

    Updated: 2024-06-27 18:16:23
    Kenya’s debt needs to be audited and any unjust debts and interests should be canceled. This would grant the country economic sovereignty, alleviate the heavy debt repayment burden on Kenyans, and give them a chance at a decent and equitable life. Rather than imposing steep austerity measures, the IMF should prioritize social and economic justice that promotes the well-being of the people.  The post Solidarity with Kenya: Opposing IMF-Driven Financial Injustice appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Oil Change International responds to IEA head singling out coal phasedown

    Updated: 2024-06-27 14:41:08
    “As the head of the IEA, Mr. Birol should know the time to focus only on coal as a climate culprit is over. We need a full, fast, fair, funded phase out of all fossil fuels. Setting such a low bar for ambition is out of touch and inequitable, keeping the door wide open for major oil and gas producers." The post Oil Change International responds to IEA head singling out coal phasedown appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Japanese Support of CP2 LNG Export Terminal Fuels a Carbon Bomb

    Updated: 2024-06-27 14:35:40
    Projects like CP2 will never be built because of fierce opposition by frontline communities. But instead of taking note, Japanese financiers and companies are doubling down on support for US LNG which poses tremendous financial, social and environmental risks. The post Japanese Support of CP2 LNG Export Terminal Fuels a Carbon Bomb appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Response to FERC granting its certificate for CP2 LNG

    Updated: 2024-06-27 14:25:03
    As the world's biggest expander of oil and gas, the U.S. has a responsibility to lead a global and just transition away from fossil fuels. President Biden has the authority he needs and more tools than he has used to end the era of fossil fuels. All he needs is the political will. The post Response to FERC granting its certificate for CP2 LNG appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • NEW ANALYSIS: How the UK Political Parties Compare on North Sea Fossil Fuel Phase-out

    Updated: 2024-06-27 03:00:38
    Introduction As we near election day, it is essential that, whichever party is in government on July 5th 2024, they have a clear, comprehensive and ambitious plan for phasing out UK fossil fuel production and use in a rapid and equitable manner. In March 2024, Oil Change International released Troubled Waters, a report that developed […] The post NEW ANALYSIS: How the UK Political Parties Compare on North Sea Fossil Fuel Phase-out appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • UK Election Analysis: Parties Must Step Up Climate Action Plans

    Updated: 2024-06-26 23:00:43
    As we approach the General Election on July 4th, it is imperative that the future government has a clear and ambitious strategy to phase out UK fossil fuel production and use. Oil Change UK’s  latest analysis scrutinizes the manifestos of major parties, revealing a concerning lack of robust climate action. During the first couple of […] The post UK Election Analysis: Parties Must Step Up Climate Action Plans appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Shell’s New Carbon Capture Schemes: Greenwashing or Genuine Effort?

    Updated: 2024-06-26 15:07:28
    : Royal Dutch Shell Plc com News and information on Shell Plc Skip to Content Privacy Disclaimer Shell Online Library Search : for Search Button Shell’s New Carbon Capture Schemes : Greenwashing or Genuine Effort Jun 26th , 2024 by John Donovan Posted by John Donovan : 26 June 2024 Shell is at it again . This time , the oil behemoth has decided to bless Canada with not one , but two carbon capture and storage CCS projects . Bravo , Shell Because nothing screams environmental savior” like a company that has spent decades polluting the . planet On June 26, Shell’s Canadian unit announced its grand plan to build these CCS projects in a valiant effort to reduce emissions from its own operations . The projects , named Polaris and Atlas Carbon Storage Hub , sound like something out of a

  • Sir Andrew Mackenzie and Shell’s Delusional Climate “Solutions”

    Updated: 2024-06-24 14:03:13
    Royal Dutch Shell Plc com News and information on Shell Plc Skip to Content Privacy Disclaimer Shell Online Library Search : for Search Button Sir Andrew Mackenzie and Shell’s Delusional Climate Solutions” Jun 24th , 2024 by John Donovan Posted by John Donovan : 24 June 2024 Ah , Sir Andrew Mackenzie , the knight in shining oil-stained armour , has graced us with his profound wisdom on tackling climate change . Who would have thought that solving one of the world’s biggest crises could be more challenging than running a mining company Not Sir Andrew , . apparently In a revelation that’s about as surprising as finding sand in the desert , Sir Andrew admits that handling climate change at Shell is quite a lot harder than I expected . You see , at BHP , he could comfortably discuss all sorts

  • Shell’s Emergency Drill at Cracker Plant: Because What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

    Updated: 2024-06-20 18:27:31
    : Royal Dutch Shell Plc com News and information on Shell Plc Skip to Content Privacy Disclaimer Shell Online Library Search : for Search Button Shell’s Emergency Drill at Cracker Plant : Because What Could Possibly Go Wrong Jun 20th , 2024 by John Donovan Posted by John Donovan 20 June 2024 Pennsylvania Shell ethylene cracker plant Today at the Shell cracker plant in Beaver County , it’s not business as usual . Shell , the lovable titan of pollution , is conducting an emergency response drill . Yep , you read that right . The same company that brings you environmental disasters is practising how to handle one . The irony is . delicious A Shell spokesperson stated that this drill is a regulatory requirement that must be completed every three years . Of course , because if there’s one thing

  • Shell Buys Pavilion Energy: Because Who Needs Clean Energy Anyway?

    Updated: 2024-06-20 18:13:23
    : Royal Dutch Shell Plc com News and information on Shell Plc Skip to Content Privacy Disclaimer Shell Online Library Search : for Search Button Shell Buys Pavilion Energy : Because Who Needs Clean Energy Anyway Jun 20th , 2024 by John Donovan Posted by John Donovan : 20 June 2024 In a move that’s sure to make environmentalists everywhere throw up in their mouths a little , Shell , the world’s top LNG trader and our favourite oil-stained villain is beefing up its fossil fuel empire by buying Pavilion Energy . Yes , you heard that right . Shell is doubling down on liquefied natural gas because apparently , climate change isn’t happening fast . enough Shell announced on Tuesday that its subsidiary , Shell Eastern Trading Pte . Ltd . has inked a deal with Carne Investments Pte . Ltd . an

  • NEW REPORT: Industry-Operated Methane Monitors Regularly Miss Pollution Events

    Updated: 2024-06-18 10:01:40
    Almost 40% of US gas is “certified” by third-party companies, allowing producers to claim reduced methane pollution. The problem? The claims are false. New research from Earthworks and Oil Change International compares first hand field evidence to operators’ emissions monitoring data. The post NEW REPORT: Industry-Operated Methane Monitors Regularly Miss Pollution Events appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • G7 fail to deliver on fossil fuel promises at Italy summit

    Updated: 2024-06-14 17:03:30
    Today, G7 leaders released a joint communique, marking a significant failure to build on the momentum from last year’s UN COP28 decision to transition away from fossil fuels. New Oil Change International data shows that G7 nations are not leading on climate either at home or abroad. G7 countries represent 27% of global oil and […] The post G7 fail to deliver on fossil fuel promises at Italy summit appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Leaflet Series: Japan’s Dangerous Distractions

    Updated: 2024-06-14 10:57:00
    Japan is promoting a dirty energy strategy across Asia that prioritizes fossil fuel production, putting corporate profits ahead of the people and the planet. This series of leaflets provides a wider audience with easy-to-understand information about Japan and its dangerous distractions.  The post Leaflet Series: Japan’s Dangerous Distractions appeared first on Oil Change International.

  • Oil CEOs won’t be missed

    Updated: 2024-06-08 17:47:41
    Originally posted on Mastodon June 7, 2024. Sent to the National Post and Suncor (info@suncor.com) June 8, 2024. (this letter is more than 200 words… but so be it) Dear Editor, “Not one less lemming will jump off the cliff if we don’t also jump off the cliff”, so said the millionaire chief of the … Continue reading "Oil CEOs won’t be missed" The post Oil CEOs won’t be missed appeared first on Murkyview.

  • Open Letter to Parliament of Canada – Adopt Open Services for Social Communications

    Updated: 2024-05-31 20:10:14
    Skip to content Murkyview Seeking Truth from the Muck Topics Topics To The Editor Politics Environment The Good Life Climate Change Tech Mastodon Back Open Letter to Parliament of Canada Adopt Open Services for Social Communications Posted by chrisale May 31, 2024 June 4, 2024 19 Comments on Open Letter to Parliament of Canada Adopt Open Services for Social Communications This open letter was sent on Tuesday , June 4, 2024. Share this page from your fediverse server https : Share This server does not support sharing . Please visit You are still welcome to add your signature When signing , please use your first and last name and indicate a location . If you would like to omit your name publicly please let me know and I will only include it on the emailed letter . This letter is focused on

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