Oil And Gas Industry

Climate Change

GB News gives dozens of appearances to UK’s main climate denial group

— A climate science denial group has appeared on GB News over 35 times since October 2023, downplaying climate issues and opposing net zero policies.

Climate Change

‘Hard-right’ NatCon event was organised by oil-funded group

— A controversial right-wing conference in Brussels, sponsored by a Hungarian think tank funded by fossil fuels, faced shutdown by police due to safety concerns. The event included prominent climate change sceptics and right-wing politicians, including Nigel Farage and Suella Braverman.

Environment

Oil firms want to drill in four of the UK’s areas of outstanding natural beauty

— The UK’s onshore oil industry, revitalised by higher prices and technological advances, faces scrutiny amid plans for new drilling in scenic areas. However, investing in renewable energy offers a more sustainable future.

Climate Change

Oil and gas lobbyists have deep pockets and access to politicians, but an EU ban could be in the pipeline

— Tobacco lobbyists are strongly regulated – could a ‘tobacco-style’ ban work in the EU for fossil fuel interests?