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JPMorgan Chase becomes the second major US bank to drop Arctic oil financing

The move drew sharp criticism and threats of divestment from Alaska's Republican governor, but praise from local environmentalists and some Native groups.

By Yereth Rosen February 26, 2020
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One of the largest U.S. financial institutions on Tuesday announced a sustainability policy that precludes any backing for new Arctic oil development.

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