New hands on the oil weapon

Article Abstract:

The United Nations Security Council has greater control over international oil markets than the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries. The UN controls oil prices through embargoes. Concern for the environment and the financial dependence of OPEC countries also gives the UN more control over oil.

Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, United Nations. Security Council

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Clean air, dirty fight

Article Abstract:

Environmental laws in the US are tough, but they have reduced the amounts of harmful air pollution. The Environmental Protection Agency proposed tougher regulations on small particles and ozone because of new scientific evidence, but enforcement could cost $8.5 billion annually despite saving lives.

Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs, Air, water, & solid waste management, Environmental Protection Agency, Laws, regulations and rules, Pollution, United States. Environmental Protection Agency

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In the oildrums: energy

Article Abstract:

Oil companies US profits fell by 36% in 1991, due to the recession, lower prices, environmental regulations, and low US production. Firms are increasingly concentrating on overseas marketing and exploration.

Analysis, Reports, Petroleum industry, American Petroleum Institute

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