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Minnesota oil pipeline approval could ultimately increase flows through St. Croix River headwaters
Permits could cause pressure to build more pipelines through watershed in Wisconsin.
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River relay: Connected by water
A special journey unites people and the liquid that makes life possible.
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Petition calls for comprehensive environmental review before likely new pipeline across St. Croix headwaters
Environmental groups say the recent approval of Line 3 in Minnesota will build pressure to increase carrying capacity through Wisconsin.
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Minnesota agency approves oil pipeline route — could cross St. Croix River tributary
State commissioners’ controversial decision this week to allow the new route for Line 3 puts Kettle River in the crosshairs.
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River Bum Log: Paddling past the pipeline
A short paddle down the wild Namekagon River is enough to remind us of what’s at stake.
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White House proposes expediting new pipelines under Namekagon River, other national parks
President Trump’s infrastructure proposal includes giving Interior Secretary sole authority to approve pipelines crossing National Parks.
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Oil & Water: Expert points out four ways pipelines could be “a whole lot safer”
With proposals for new oil pipelines under the St. Croix and its tributaries, a well-informed advocate shares safety suggestions.
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Minnesota agency says Line 3 oil pipeline unnecessary
New pipeline would cross under St. Croix tributaries, but Department of Commerce says the company can’t demonstrate it is needed for energy supply.
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Oil & Water: Newspaper report explains why Wisconsin is at center of pipeline plans
Great Lakes region — including the St. Croix River watershed – has become the focus of industry efforts to get tar sands oil to market.
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Oil & Water: Line 61 Pipeline Carries Oil That Could Sink if Spilled in the St. Croix Headwaters
Authoritative new study confirms that diluted bitumen can complicate clean-up by submerging and sticking to surfaces.
