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Fossil Fuel Industry Disproportionately Harms Low-Income Women, Women of Color

Women of color are disproportionately affected by the fossil fuel industry in North America, facing significant health and safety risks.
#climate-change

"We Can't Wait": Sanders Says Green New Deal Needed Now More Than Ever

The Green New Deal is still considered necessary in light of escalating climate change and the influence of the fossil fuel industry.
New polling shows that the Green New Deal and related proposals remain popular among voters, particularly Democrats.

Revealed: Shell oil non-profit donated to anti-climate groups behind Project 2025

Shell USA Foundation's donations support conservative organizations that deny climate change and promote agendas against environmental regulations.

Will Kamala Harris be the president to finally take on Big Oil?

Kamala Harris believes the U.S. Department of Justice should investigate the fossil fuel industry for the harm caused in communities.

The Gas Industry Is Gaslighting the Public about Climate Change

Scientists have been warning about the dangers of greenhouse gases for over half a century.

For climate change deniers, a strategy of distraction, deception, and delay - The Boston Globe

It has become harder to deny climate change due to stronger science, visible effects like extreme weather, and political tactics to undermine clean energy solutions.

Banks have given almost $7tn to fossil fuel firms since Paris deal, report reveals

Big banks provided $7tn in funding to fossil fuel industry post-Paris Agreement, hindering emission reduction efforts.

"We Can't Wait": Sanders Says Green New Deal Needed Now More Than Ever

The Green New Deal is still considered necessary in light of escalating climate change and the influence of the fossil fuel industry.
New polling shows that the Green New Deal and related proposals remain popular among voters, particularly Democrats.

Revealed: Shell oil non-profit donated to anti-climate groups behind Project 2025

Shell USA Foundation's donations support conservative organizations that deny climate change and promote agendas against environmental regulations.

Will Kamala Harris be the president to finally take on Big Oil?

Kamala Harris believes the U.S. Department of Justice should investigate the fossil fuel industry for the harm caused in communities.

The Gas Industry Is Gaslighting the Public about Climate Change

Scientists have been warning about the dangers of greenhouse gases for over half a century.

For climate change deniers, a strategy of distraction, deception, and delay - The Boston Globe

It has become harder to deny climate change due to stronger science, visible effects like extreme weather, and political tactics to undermine clean energy solutions.

Banks have given almost $7tn to fossil fuel firms since Paris deal, report reveals

Big banks provided $7tn in funding to fossil fuel industry post-Paris Agreement, hindering emission reduction efforts.
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Climate change deniers make up nearly a quarter of US Congress

US politics is an outlier in climate denial, with 1 in 4 members of Congress rejecting human-caused climate change.
#climate-science

Smoking gun proof': fossil fuel industry knew of climate danger as early as 1954, documents show

The fossil fuel industry funded early climate science, including Charles Keeling's research on CO2 levels.
The Air Pollution Foundation, backed by oil and car manufacturing interests, provided funding for Keeling's research in 1954.

Vermont Is Coming for Big Oil, Making It Pay for Decades of Climate Pollution

Vermont is close to enacting the groundbreaking 'Climate Superfund Act' holding fossil fuel companies accountable for climate damages, marking a shift towards utilizing climate science in legislation.

Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954

The fossil fuel industry funded research on climate science as far back as the 1950s.
The research funded by the industry led to the development of the Keeling Curve, which is foundational to scientists' understanding of the climate crisis.

Smoking gun proof': fossil fuel industry knew of climate danger as early as 1954, documents show

The fossil fuel industry funded early climate science, including Charles Keeling's research on CO2 levels.
The Air Pollution Foundation, backed by oil and car manufacturing interests, provided funding for Keeling's research in 1954.

Vermont Is Coming for Big Oil, Making It Pay for Decades of Climate Pollution

Vermont is close to enacting the groundbreaking 'Climate Superfund Act' holding fossil fuel companies accountable for climate damages, marking a shift towards utilizing climate science in legislation.

Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954

The fossil fuel industry funded research on climate science as far back as the 1950s.
The research funded by the industry led to the development of the Keeling Curve, which is foundational to scientists' understanding of the climate crisis.
moreclimate-science

Net Zero: How Far Have We Really Come? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Fossil fuel companies prioritize profit over environmental sustainability.
Net zero emissions strategies may not effectively mitigate climate change.

Natural Gas Is a Climate Scam - and Consumers Are Paying for It

The surge in LNG exports has led to a sharp increase in natural gas prices domestically, impacting both households and businesses negatively.
#climate-activism

Biden's Base Revolts: Climate Activists Ramp Up Pressure Ahead of Super Tuesday

Youth climate activists from the Sunrise Movement disrupted campaign events for former President Donald Trump and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, calling attention to their ties to the fossil fuel industry.
The protesters unfurled banners and shouted at the candidates, demanding to know why they were taking money from the oil and gas industry while claiming to fight for the people.

I saw firsthand just how much fracking destroys the earth | Rebecca Solnit

Don Schreiber transitioned from rancher to environmental advocate after experiencing the negative impacts of fracking on his land.

Canada is still backing the fossil fuel industry with billions, report finds | CBC News

The federal government continues to provide billions in financial support to the fossil fuel industry despite previous measures to limit subsidies.
Environmental Defence's report estimated at least $18.6 billion in support in 2023. Climate activists advocate for prioritizing renewable energy over fossil fuels.

Biden's Base Revolts: Climate Activists Ramp Up Pressure Ahead of Super Tuesday

Youth climate activists from the Sunrise Movement disrupted campaign events for former President Donald Trump and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, calling attention to their ties to the fossil fuel industry.
The protesters unfurled banners and shouted at the candidates, demanding to know why they were taking money from the oil and gas industry while claiming to fight for the people.

I saw firsthand just how much fracking destroys the earth | Rebecca Solnit

Don Schreiber transitioned from rancher to environmental advocate after experiencing the negative impacts of fracking on his land.

Canada is still backing the fossil fuel industry with billions, report finds | CBC News

The federal government continues to provide billions in financial support to the fossil fuel industry despite previous measures to limit subsidies.
Environmental Defence's report estimated at least $18.6 billion in support in 2023. Climate activists advocate for prioritizing renewable energy over fossil fuels.
moreclimate-activism

Why was Greta Thunberg arrested? Climate activist appears in court over London protest

Greta Thunberg was arrested in October 2023 during a protest against the fossil fuel industry.
Thunberg pleaded not guilty for breaching the Public Order Act by blocking the entrance to a hotel.

Top Democrats launch inquiry into Trump's brazen $1bn pitch to oil execs

Trump solicited $1bn from fossil-fuel executives, sparking corruption allegations and investigations by top Democrats.

Most people in petrostates want quick switch to clean energy, UN poll finds

Citizens in major fossil fuel producing countries overwhelmingly support quick transition to clean energy in the face of the climate crisis.
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