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White House talks energy policy as health care bill is delayed.
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Proposed Colombia dam threatens to wipe out endangered plants, disrupt river.
A proposed $800 million dam in northwestern Colombia would provide 352 megawatts of electricity annually.
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Drilling opponents ready for renewed fight.
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Canada top court rules for aboriginals on seismic testing permits.
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Pennsylvania judge halts pipeline construction after multiple problems.
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Meet Scott Pruitt's likely legal muscle.
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