Recommended Reading
"Environmental Impact Of The Keystone XL Project." Congressional Digest 90.10 (2011): 296-320. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This analysis, written by the U.S State Department, is an in-depth overview of many aspects of the Keystone XL Pipeline. The analysis first goes through the permit process that is required for the pipeline to get approval, followed by a summary of the Keystone XL pipeline project. The analysis then gets in more depth about the transportation of the oil from Canada, along with the safety and design of the pipeline and its possible spill potential. With this the State Department discusses possible emergency planning strategies. Along with spills, the analysis gives evidence of potential environmental impacts of an oil spill from the Keystone pipeline. To conclude, the analysis discusses possible alternatives that can be taken to avoid some of the concerns with the pipeline.
"Keystone XL Controversy Continues To Simmer." Oil Spill Intelligence Report 34.48 (2011): 2- 3. Academic Search Premier. Web. 1 Nov. 2014.
This report on the Keystone XL pipeline looks into the complications the State Department faces while attempting to make a decision on the pipeline project. One complication includes an investigation that was done to determine the safety and environmental risks associated with the pipeline. The investigation showed that the Keystone XL pipeline would have “minimal impact to the environment” (Keystone XL Controversy Continues To Simmer). The report also discusses another issue which includes conflicts of interest within the relationships between lobbyists for the pipeline and US officials. To close, the report discusses where the pipeline currently stands along with Canada’s new consideration of selling the oil to Asia if the U. S. makes them wait too long.
Popovich, Nadja. "The GIANT Pipeline." E: The Environmental Magazine 22.5 (2011): 30-31. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This interview from The Environmental Magazine with Alex Moore, dirty fuels campaigner for Friends of the Earth organization, seeks to get a deeper understanding of the concerns many environmentalist have with the Keystone XL pipeline. Moore explains to Environmental Magazine that the biggest concern Friends of the Earth has with the pipeline is the oil it is using. They argue that using the dirtiest oil demonstrates America’s addiction to oil and how badly it’s escalated. When asked about his thoughts on alternative routes for the pipeline Moore, along with many environmentalists, believes no route is a good, environmentally safe route. Moore explains how the Sandhills region of Nebraska has a unique ecosystem which the pipeline could severely alter. The interview concludes with Moore explaining the danger and risk of potential tar sands oil leaks.
Terry, Lee. "Keystone Xl: The Pipeline To Energy Security." Creighton Law Review 46.1 (2012): 61- 88. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
In this entry Lee Terry analyzes the different arguments proposed supporting the Keystone XL pipeline, along with arguments against the pipeline. Terry starts his analysis with discussing why “the federal energy regulatory commission should have authority over cross-border pipeline permits”, explaining how the system, in Terry’s opinion, is flawed (Terry, 69). Lee Terry continues with countering the environmental arguments against the pipeline, most of which he believes to be centered on fear. The analysis continues as the author argues how the Keystone XL pipeline would create an immediate positive impact on our economy. From the 7.6 billion dollar investment and creating energy security, to the 20,000 new jobs and lower gas prices, Terry believes that the decision to approve the pipeline is an easy one with a clear and obvious answer.
Wiegler, Laurie. "Energetic Posturing." TCE: The Chemical Engineer 856 (2012): 38-41. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This article by Laurie Wigler investigates America’s energy policy and how, as of late, it is pure politics. She discusses how President Obama was elected as President mainly due to his promise of a greener future. Wigler believes that the President has followed through with some of his promises, but with the election in November his progress has halted. This was exemplified when President Obama decided to delay making a final decision on the Keystone XL pipeline project until after the election. Laurie claims that President Obama “chose votes over efforts to strengthen nation energy security” (Wiegler, 39). The author continues to show examples throughout the article of how President Obama chose politics over what was right for our country, especially in regards to the Keystone XL pipeline project.
This analysis, written by the U.S State Department, is an in-depth overview of many aspects of the Keystone XL Pipeline. The analysis first goes through the permit process that is required for the pipeline to get approval, followed by a summary of the Keystone XL pipeline project. The analysis then gets in more depth about the transportation of the oil from Canada, along with the safety and design of the pipeline and its possible spill potential. With this the State Department discusses possible emergency planning strategies. Along with spills, the analysis gives evidence of potential environmental impacts of an oil spill from the Keystone pipeline. To conclude, the analysis discusses possible alternatives that can be taken to avoid some of the concerns with the pipeline.
"Keystone XL Controversy Continues To Simmer." Oil Spill Intelligence Report 34.48 (2011): 2- 3. Academic Search Premier. Web. 1 Nov. 2014.
This report on the Keystone XL pipeline looks into the complications the State Department faces while attempting to make a decision on the pipeline project. One complication includes an investigation that was done to determine the safety and environmental risks associated with the pipeline. The investigation showed that the Keystone XL pipeline would have “minimal impact to the environment” (Keystone XL Controversy Continues To Simmer). The report also discusses another issue which includes conflicts of interest within the relationships between lobbyists for the pipeline and US officials. To close, the report discusses where the pipeline currently stands along with Canada’s new consideration of selling the oil to Asia if the U. S. makes them wait too long.
Popovich, Nadja. "The GIANT Pipeline." E: The Environmental Magazine 22.5 (2011): 30-31. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This interview from The Environmental Magazine with Alex Moore, dirty fuels campaigner for Friends of the Earth organization, seeks to get a deeper understanding of the concerns many environmentalist have with the Keystone XL pipeline. Moore explains to Environmental Magazine that the biggest concern Friends of the Earth has with the pipeline is the oil it is using. They argue that using the dirtiest oil demonstrates America’s addiction to oil and how badly it’s escalated. When asked about his thoughts on alternative routes for the pipeline Moore, along with many environmentalists, believes no route is a good, environmentally safe route. Moore explains how the Sandhills region of Nebraska has a unique ecosystem which the pipeline could severely alter. The interview concludes with Moore explaining the danger and risk of potential tar sands oil leaks.
Terry, Lee. "Keystone Xl: The Pipeline To Energy Security." Creighton Law Review 46.1 (2012): 61- 88. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
In this entry Lee Terry analyzes the different arguments proposed supporting the Keystone XL pipeline, along with arguments against the pipeline. Terry starts his analysis with discussing why “the federal energy regulatory commission should have authority over cross-border pipeline permits”, explaining how the system, in Terry’s opinion, is flawed (Terry, 69). Lee Terry continues with countering the environmental arguments against the pipeline, most of which he believes to be centered on fear. The analysis continues as the author argues how the Keystone XL pipeline would create an immediate positive impact on our economy. From the 7.6 billion dollar investment and creating energy security, to the 20,000 new jobs and lower gas prices, Terry believes that the decision to approve the pipeline is an easy one with a clear and obvious answer.
Wiegler, Laurie. "Energetic Posturing." TCE: The Chemical Engineer 856 (2012): 38-41. Academic Search Premier. Web. 31 Oct. 2014.
This article by Laurie Wigler investigates America’s energy policy and how, as of late, it is pure politics. She discusses how President Obama was elected as President mainly due to his promise of a greener future. Wigler believes that the President has followed through with some of his promises, but with the election in November his progress has halted. This was exemplified when President Obama decided to delay making a final decision on the Keystone XL pipeline project until after the election. Laurie claims that President Obama “chose votes over efforts to strengthen nation energy security” (Wiegler, 39). The author continues to show examples throughout the article of how President Obama chose politics over what was right for our country, especially in regards to the Keystone XL pipeline project.