By: Amanda Drane
A Houston company faces a record $9.6 million in federal fines for its role in a major oil spill that mystified experts and environmentalists for months following the November 2023 incident.
Investigative Reporter (Energy) at Houston Chronicle
Amanda Drane is an investigative reporter at the Houston Chronicle, focusing on energy issues including power, oil, and gas, and their impact on Texans. She holds major energy companies accountable while helping audiences understand their roles in significant news events, particularly regarding energy policy and environmental consequences. Amanda's work has been featured in outlets such as Beaumont Enterprise, Daily Climate, and Yahoo News.
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