The Evolution of Oil Companies' Climate Stance: From Denial to Manipulation
Oil Industry's Internal Conflicts
Major oil companies have internally conceded their public vows to reduce planet-warming emissions are incompatible with their business plans, as revealed by Democrats on the Senate Budget Committee and the House Oversight Committee.
History of Suppression
Documents in the report suggest the industry's acknowledgment of suppressing the link between fossil fuels and climate change.
Shifting Strategies
The report alleges a transition in strategies from outright denial to 'deception, disinformation, and doublespeak,' positioning natural gas as a climate-friendly 'bridge fuel' while obstructing climate progress.
Lobbying and Obstruction
Oil companies are accused of publicly supporting climate initiatives but lobbying against them, reflecting a disconnect between their public statements and private actions.
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