The Enablers: The Firms Behind Fossil Fuel Falsehoods
Fossil fuel companies spend vast amounts of money on advertising and PR campaigns touting their climate commitments. Yet actions rarely live up to the hype. Who is really behind pushing out misleading corporate narratives?
Climate One · Climate One from The Commonwealth Club
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Show Notes
For years, fossil fuel companies have claimed to support climate science and policy. Many have recently pledged to hit net zero emissions by midcentury. Yet behind the scenes they fight those very same policies through industry associations, shadow groups, and lobbying – all while spending vast sums on advertising and PR campaigns touting their climate commitments. This week we focus on the PR and law firms helping fossil fuel companies delay the transition to clean energy while claiming they are on the side of climate protection.
Guests:
Benjamin Franta, PhD candidate in History of Science, Stanford University.
Jamie Henn, founder and director, Fossil Free Media
Kathryn Lundstrom, sustainability editor, Adweek
Christine Arena, former Executive Vice President, Edelman; founder, Generous Films
Michaela Anang, law student, UC Davis
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