fossil fuel industry
Coverage of fossil fuel industry in the Nexus archive.
- Big Oil wants to rig the courts. You’ll pay for it on your utility bill.
Congressman Mike Levin argues that rising energy costs and climate disaster expenses result from Big Oil's deception and corporate accountability failures, proposing the Energy Bills Relief Act to address these issues.
- New North Sea oil drilling faces delay after gear accidentally dropped in sea
New North Sea oil drilling at Rosebank, the UK’s largest undeveloped oilfield, faces delays after equipment was accidentally dropped in the sea. The UK government is considering granting a license for production despite pressure from the fossil fuel industry and opposition from climate campaigners and some Labour MPs.
- Why has Labour briefed against Ed Miliband – is it his success and popularity?
Ed Miliband, as energy secretary, faces opposition from Tories, Reform, fossil fuel industry, and some Labour members due to his net zero agenda. He is portrayed as a consistent and optimistic figure driving decarbonisation of the UK's power sector by 2030.
- Investing in renewables is about more than just protecting the climate
The article discusses how the current administration's fossil-fuel-focused energy policy has reduced support for solar and wind energy while promoting oil and gas drilling. It highlights Michigan's recent legislative decision to eliminate clean energy standards and argues for investing in renewables due to economic opportunities, energy affordability, and security, citing the growing global renewable energy market and Michigan's potential to lead in this sector.
- ‘Get your dirty hands off our kids’: fossil fuel industry’s presence in schools and sports clubs sparks concern
The Greens and David Pocock have called for a parliamentary inquiry into the fossil fuel industry's presence in schools and sports clubs, accusing it of building social licence through programs and sponsorships. Resources Minister Madeleine King defended industry sponsorships of sports and clubs.
- Andy Burnham supporters divided over who should be his chancellor
Andy Burnham’s supporters are divided over who should serve as chancellor, with a conflict emerging between advocates of Wes Streeting and those aligned with Ed Miliband. Some advisors suggest selecting Streeting to reassure the business community and fossil fuel industry if Burnham becomes prime minister.
- World’s largest banks pledged $906bn to fossil fuel companies in ‘unfathomable’ increase in 2025, report finds
The world’s largest 65 banks, led by JPMorgan Chase, committed $906bn in financing to fossil fuel companies in 2025, an 8% increase from 2024. This investment, described as 'unfathomable,' locks in years of coal, oil, and gas production, conflicting with international agreements to limit global temperature rises.
- Why Trump administration’s plan to attempt to destroy Pfas is ‘nonsenscial’
The Trump administration's EPA plans to roll back Biden-era Pfas drinking water regulations, a move criticized for prioritizing industry interests over public health. Advocates argue the decision undermines efforts to limit dangerous 'forever chemicals' and mirrors carbon capture strategies used by the fossil fuel industry.
- Why Trump administration’s plan to attempt to destroy Pfas is ‘nonsenscial’
The Trump administration's plan to eliminate Biden-era Pfas drinking water regulations and replace them with a large-scale destruction strategy is criticized as harmful to public health and beneficial to industry. The EPA's decision to roll back these regulations has been condemned by advocates who argue it undermines efforts to reduce dangerous 'forever chemicals' in water.