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The Dilbit Disaster: How the Largest Oil Spill in US History Was Almost Forgotten

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Introduction

In July 2010, over 1 million gallons of oil spilled into the Kalamazoo River, triggering the most expensive cleanup in US history at the time. The work dragged on for years, but most Americans had never heard of it until Inside Climate News released The Dilbit Disaster, offering an expansive look at the catastrophe and its aftermath.

The Dilbit Disaster

The Pulitzer Prize-winning report is just one example of the award-winning investigations from the team of journalists at Inside Climate News. Other notable investigations include Exxon: The Road Not Taken, which revealed how Exxon worked at the forefront of climate misinformation, denying the science its own researchers had confirmed, and Harvesting Peril, which examined how the Farm Bureau’s climate agenda is failing its farmers.

Investigations and Awards

  • Exxon: The Road Not Taken - Finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service
  • Harvesting Peril - Winner of the 2019 Oakes Award for Distinguished Environmental Journalism

Conclusion

Inside Climate News is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that seeks to find the truth about climate change, energy, and the environment. With a team of experienced journalists and a history of award-winning investigations, Inside Climate News is a trusted source for news and analysis on these important topics.

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Tags: climate change, oil spill, environmental disaster, Inside Climate News, Pulitzer Prize

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