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There are clear connections between the fossil fuel industries and the politicians who are both stalling action on climate change and diminishing democracy – and it's a dangerous shift, argues an international studies professor in her new book.
There are clear connections between the fossil fuel industries and the politicians who are both stalling action on climate change and diminishing democracy – and it's a dangerous shift, argues an international studies professor in her new book.
Independent documentary opens a window into the dilemmas confronting social movements seeking transformative action on climate change.
Independent documentary opens a window into the dilemmas confronting social movements seeking transformative action on climate change.
The oil giant’s massive plan to drill in Guyana’s waters comes as the UN Secretary General warns of fossil fuels as a “blight on investment portfolios.”
The oil giant’s massive plan to drill in Guyana’s waters comes as the UN Secretary General warns of fossil fuels as a “blight on investment portfolios.”
The claims stem from an unsubstantiated remark made in 2014 by the then NATO general secretary, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, that Russia had “actively engaged” with environmental groups opposing shale gas “to maintain European dependence on imported Russian gas”.
The claims stem from an unsubstantiated remark made in 2014 by the then NATO general secretary, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, that Russia had “actively engaged” with environmental groups opposing shale gas “to maintain European dependence on imported Russian gas”.
Activists warn that calls for energy independence are just “peace washing” the fossil fuels that enabled this conflict.
Activists warn that calls for energy independence are just “peace washing” the fossil fuels that enabled this conflict.
The ties between anti-green politicians, climate denial groups and the backers of “hard” Brexit are extensive.
The ties between anti-green politicians, climate denial groups and the backers of “hard” Brexit are extensive.
A growing narrative says it can. But our energy and financial sectors are hopelessly entangled with Russia.
A growing narrative says it can. But our energy and financial sectors are hopelessly entangled with Russia.
The crucial pipeline carrying gas from Russia to Germany is a "fulcrum at the centre" of the current political crisis.
The crucial pipeline carrying gas from Russia to Germany is a "fulcrum at the centre" of the current political crisis.
Powered by fossil fuel funding, PR agents have used astroturfing, “manufactured consent,” and other techniques to furtively shape public perceptions in favor of their polluting clients.
Powered by fossil fuel funding, PR agents have used astroturfing, “manufactured consent,” and other techniques to furtively shape public perceptions in favor of their polluting clients.
Two research psychologists analyze the all-too-familiar aspects of climate science denial found in the blockbuster new film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.
Two research psychologists analyze the all-too-familiar aspects of climate science denial found in the blockbuster new film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.

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Opinion
Analysis
onMay 2, 2022 @ 11:52 PDT

There are clear connections between the fossil fuel industries and the politicians who are both stalling action on climate change and diminishing democracy – and it's a dangerous shift, argues an international studies professor in her new book.

There are clear connections between the fossil fuel industries and the politicians who are both stalling action on climate change and diminishing democracy – and it's a dangerous shift, argues an international studies professor in her new book.
Analysis
onApr 14, 2022 @ 09:22 PDT

Independent documentary opens a window into the dilemmas confronting social movements seeking transformative action on climate change.

Independent documentary opens a window into the dilemmas confronting social movements seeking transformative action on climate change.
Analysis
onApr 5, 2022 @ 14:32 PDT

The oil giant’s massive plan to drill in Guyana’s waters comes as the UN Secretary General warns of fossil fuels as a “blight on investment portfolios.”

The oil giant’s massive plan to drill in Guyana’s waters comes as the UN Secretary General warns of fossil fuels as a “blight on investment portfolios.”
Analysis
onMar 25, 2022 @ 09:07 PDT

The claims stem from an unsubstantiated remark made in 2014 by the then NATO general secretary, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, that Russia had “actively engaged” with environmental groups opposing shale gas “to maintain European dependence on imported Russian gas”.

The claims stem from an unsubstantiated remark made in 2014 by the then NATO general secretary, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, that Russia had “actively engaged” with environmental groups opposing shale gas “to maintain European dependence on imported Russian gas”.
Opinion
Analysis
onMar 23, 2022 @ 08:58 PDT

Activists warn that calls for energy independence are just “peace washing” the fossil fuels that enabled this conflict.

Activists warn that calls for energy independence are just “peace washing” the fossil fuels that enabled this conflict.
Series: Gaslit
Series: Gaslit
Analysis
onMar 18, 2022 @ 00:00 PDT

The ties between anti-green politicians, climate denial groups and the backers of “hard” Brexit are extensive.

The ties between anti-green politicians, climate denial groups and the backers of “hard” Brexit are extensive.
Analysis
onMar 14, 2022 @ 15:43 PDT

A growing narrative says it can. But our energy and financial sectors are hopelessly entangled with Russia.

A growing narrative says it can. But our energy and financial sectors are hopelessly entangled with Russia.
Opinion
Analysis
onFeb 9, 2022 @ 06:00 PST

The crucial pipeline carrying gas from Russia to Germany is a "fulcrum at the centre" of the current political crisis.

The crucial pipeline carrying gas from Russia to Germany is a "fulcrum at the centre" of the current political crisis.
Opinion
Analysis
onFeb 3, 2022 @ 17:29 PST

Powered by fossil fuel funding, PR agents have used astroturfing, “manufactured consent,” and other techniques to furtively shape public perceptions in favor of their polluting clients.

Powered by fossil fuel funding, PR agents have used astroturfing, “manufactured consent,” and other techniques to furtively shape public perceptions in favor of their polluting clients.
Series: Gaslit
Series: Gaslit
Analysis
onJan 12, 2022 @ 11:00 PST

Two research psychologists analyze the all-too-familiar aspects of climate science denial found in the blockbuster new film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.

Two research psychologists analyze the all-too-familiar aspects of climate science denial found in the blockbuster new film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence.