Oil Industry's Decades-Long Efforts to Block State Backing for Clean Technologies

Friday, 8 March 2024, 15:00

The oil industry has been lobbying against government support for clean technologies like solar panels and electric cars for over 50 years. Despite enjoying vast subsidies themselves, the industry has actively worked to hinder the progress of low-carbon innovations. Trade associations in the US and Europe have obstructed green initiatives in favor of a 'technology neutral' stance, all the while continuing to promote their polluting business model.
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Oil Industry's Decades-Long Efforts to Block State Backing for Clean Technologies

Oil Industry's Lobbying History

Research reveals the oil industry's decades-long opposition to government support for clean technologies such as solar panels, electric cars, and heat pumps.

Lobbying Against Clean Innovations

  • 1960s: Oil industry began lobbying lawmakers to block support for low-carbon technologies.
  • Trade Associations: Trade groups in US and Europe impeded green innovations, claiming a 'technology neutral' approach.

The oil industry's efforts to thwart green energy have spanned over half a century.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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