Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Tar Sands Battle Takes Distinct Turns in Vermont, Montana | Common Dreams

Tar Sands Battle Takes Distinct Turns in Vermont, Montana | Common Dreams
"As the battle over transporting tar sands out of Alberta continues, two distinct paths emerged on Monday, one chosen by Burlington, Vermont and the other by Montana, and show how decisions made at the local level can have serious impacts for ongoing battles over fossil fuel infrastructure projects.

Acknowledging that the pipeline that goes from Montreal to Portland, Maine and passes through Vermont is being eyed for the transportation of tar sands crude, the message out of a Burlington City Council vote on Monday was a resounding 'no' to tar sands. The Burlington Free Pressreports:"

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