US government approves Alaska Willow oil project

US President Joe Biden has approved a major oil and gas drilling project in Alaska that faced strong opposition from environmental activists.

The company behind the Willow project says it will create thousands of jobs and revenue for locals.

Some Alaska lawmakers have defended it too as a source of jobs that will contribute to US energy independence.

But opponents of the $8bn (£6.6bn) proposal fear its climate and wildlife impact.

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