Why corrosion might take down Energy East
TransCanada touts the safety of its pipelines, but over the last number of years hard-to-detect corrosion has led to some spectacular ruptures.
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Council of Canadians charges Energy East pipeline vulnerable to a high percentage of leaks
In a new briefing paper, the Council of Canadians argues that TransCanada's proposed Energy East pipeline could have a 15 per cent chance annually of experiencing a rupture.
Emma Thompson, Audrey Siegl, Shell Oil, and a double-decker polar bear
Six protesters are locked inside a giant polar bear puppet installed in front of Shell's London Headquarters Tuesday.
Husky Energy reports major hydrocarbon leak off Newfoundland
A major hydrocarbon gas leak took place in Husky Energy's White Rose field off the coast of Newfoundland Monday.
"Bomb trains" continue to roll through heavily populated areas
Some two years after a train carrying volatile Bakken crude derailed in Quebec, killing 47 people, bomb trains roll through cities unhindered.
Shell offshore drilling application prompts conflict-of-interest charge
The CNSOPB isn’t the only regulatory board facing questions over conflict of interest.
New Brunswick residents angered by Energy East drilling
TransCanada has shown up unannounced in New Brunswick to begin borehole drilling, causing concern among activists and residents.
NEB in survival mode after hiring Kinder Morgan consultant
The National Energy Board (NEB) has lost credibility as a regulator of the public interest.
NEB delays Kinder Morgan pipeline hearing due to conflict of interest issue
The National Observer originally broke news of the conflict of interest in a story that went viral.
Meet Line 9's new owner...same as the old one?
Enbridge assures worried Ontarians that pipeline safety will not be compromised.
United Church of Canada cuts ties with Big Oil
Church leaders call for national energy plan that respects First Nations rights and retrains workers for green-collar jobs.
Alberta regulator investigates reports that 30 herons died at oilsands site
The Alberta Energy Regulator says it is investigating reports that approximately 30 blue herons have died at an oilsands site.
