What's happened
A progressive coalition praises President Biden's environmental actions, while a major pipeline project in New Jersey and New York is terminated. House and Senate documents reveal oil companies funding academia, and Senate Democrats release a report accusing oil companies of deceiving the public about climate change.
Why it matters
President Biden's environmental record is crucial for his base of young climate-conscious voters. The termination of the pipeline project in New Jersey and New York is a significant win for environmentalists. The revelations about oil companies funding academia and deceiving the public highlight the ongoing battle over climate change policies.
What the papers say
According to Axios, a progressive coalition, including the youth-led Sunrise Movement, praises President Biden's environmental record, while The Independent reports on the termination of a major pipeline project in New Jersey and New York. Axios also reveals House and Senate documents shedding light on oil companies funding academia, and The Guardian covers the accusations of deception and disinformation by the fossil fuel industry on climate change.
How we got here
President Biden has faced pressure from activists to take stronger actions on climate change, with some criticizing his approval of projects like the Willow oil project in Alaska. The termination of the pipeline project in New Jersey and New York follows years of opposition from environmental and community groups. The revelations about oil companies funding academia and deceiving the public are part of a broader shift in the industry's approach to climate change.
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