fossil fuel companies
Coverage of fossil fuel companies in the Nexus archive.
- EU bets fossil fuel lobby is crying wolf over supply shock warnings
The European Commission is resisting fossil fuel industry demands to weaken new methane regulations, despite warnings that compliance deadlines will disrupt EU energy supply. The Commission has provided a three-year grace period for enforcement of 2027 methane tracking rules, betting that companies will prioritize European markets due to high energy prices.
- Australia politics live: Vanuatu PM in Canberra as hopes rise over treaty; fossil fuel companies accused of marketing to children
Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat's visit to Australia renews hopes for signing the Nakamal pact after prolonged negotiations. Fossil fuel companies are accused of marketing to children. The antisemitism royal commission resumes hearings today.
- Les pays de l’UE souhaitent que l’exploration pétrolière soit vue comme un investissement vert
EU member states agreed to allow fossil fuel companies to qualify for green investment funds if they also invest in low-carbon projects like renewables or carbon capture. The decision softens the European Commission's stricter proposal to exclude fossil fuel exploration from green funds, drawing criticism from environmental groups who call it greenwashing.
- Interior Department moves to relax rules for drilling on public lands
The Interior Department is proposing to relax drilling rules on public lands. The Trump administration's proposals aim to lower costs and reduce requirements for fossil fuel companies drilling on federal property.
- Big gas is trying to cash in on Europe’s fossil fuel crisis
The EU Methane Regulation aims to reduce methane emissions from fossil fuels by requiring monitoring and reporting, potentially cutting global emissions by over 30%. Fossil fuel companies, including those backed by the Trump administration, are lobbying to weaken the rules, claiming they harm energy security, despite evidence showing the regulation supports energy recovery and security.
- Climate change accountability works best through Congress, not courtrooms
Congress is considering legislation to block climate liability lawsuits and shield fossil fuel companies from retroactive liability for past emissions. The article emphasizes that the transition to cleaner energy should be driven by technology, markets, and policy rather than legal battles.
- An Ohio court may OK fracking-waste wells despite pollution concerns
An Ohio court may approve fracking-waste wells despite pollution concerns. Ohio faces challenges in building renewable energy due to county bans and local opposition blocking permits, while fossil fuel companies encounter fewer obstacles.
- Judge rejects Trump lawsuit to block Hawaii from filing climate lawsuit
A federal judge dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit aimed at blocking Hawaii from suing fossil fuel companies over climate impact concerns. Judge Helen Gillmor ruled with prejudice, allowing Hawaii to proceed with its legal action.