Articles by Brendan DeMelle
Brendan DeMelle is the executive director and managing editor of DeSmogBlog.com. He has served as research associate for Robert F. Kennedy, Jr, researcher for Laurie David, analyst at Environmental Working Group, and more. Follow his Twitter feed at @bdemelle.
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Is Bill Barrett Corp's Major Lobbying Spree Aimed at Ken Salazar?
In the fall of 2008, the outgoing Bush administration gave the oil and gas industry a parting gift that now threatens to destroy the Roan Plateau in Colorado, an area known for its stunning vistas, “beloved by hunters, anglers and hikers for its clear streams, herds of deer and elk, and rugged beauty.” The Roan, […]
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Bill Barrett Corporation deploys lobbyists to protect sweet drilling deal in the Rockies
Drilling companies seeking to exploit unconventional energy resources in the Rocky Mountain wilderness and elsewhere are running into all kinds of obstacles these days, thanks to lawsuits, regulations, and pesky citizens who would rather ensure their drinking water remains, well, drinkable, preferably without fear of ingesting toxic chemicals or lighting themselves on fire when they […]
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New ‘Repower America’ ads target conservative Dem Senators on clean energy jobs
Repower America, a project of Al Gore’s Alliance for Climate Protection, unveiled a new ad campaign targeting senators in key states to win support for clean energy legislation to create green jobs. The ads feature testimonials from elected leaders, small business owners, union workers and farmers who advocate for clean energy job creation in their […]
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Youth leaders make an impact in Copenhagen
COPENHAGEN — Students, youth environmental advocates and other “YOUNGO” interests are busy here this week, pressing world leaders and delegates to reach a real deal to protect their future against climate change. “YOUNGO” activists in Copenhagen.IYCN Pictures via FlickrMore than 1,000 young people from over 100 countries are attending the UN Climate Summit to call […]
