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California lawmakers seek to curb oil imports from Amazon
- The California Senate has unanimously approved Senate Resolution 51 to review and phase out crude oil imports from the Amazon, responding to advocacy from Indigenous leaders in South America.
- Environmental groups argue that oil drilling in the Amazon causes deforestation and violates Indigenous rights, often without local consent.
- California's resolution directs an examination of its role as a major buyer of Amazon crude, particularly from Ecuador, aiming to align with climate goals and protect Indigenous communities.
- Supporters believe California can reduce reliance on Amazon crude without higher costs for consumers by increasing local fuel production.
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California Lawmakers Seek to Curb Oil Imports from Amazon
“Consuming oil from the Amazon is incompatible with climate leadership. As the world’s fourth-largest economy, California is sending a powerful market signal by examining its crude footprint and role in Amazon destruction.” The post California Lawmakers Seek to Curb Oil Imports from Amazon first appeared on Amazon Watch.
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