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Los Angeles Bans New Oil Wells and Will End All Oil Production within 20 Years

Dec 02, 2022
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The Los Angeles City Council approved in a 12-0 vote a new ordinance that bans new oil and gas production immediately and phases out all existing oil and gas production within 20 years. The ordinance is a dramatic step, as the petroleum industry drove growth in Los Angeles during the early and mid-20th century.

Los Angeles residents have complained that …

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