Mmastodon EnvironmentClimate first seen 1 d ago, last 1 d ago, peak #1
Oil industry profits while costs fall on everyone else
Original: Internalize profits, externalize pretty much everything else What a business model # energy # oil # trump # us # climate
A widely shared commentary criticizes the oil industry's business model, arguing companies internalize profits while externalizing environmental and social costs onto the public. The remarks tie into ongoing debate over US energy policy under Trump and the climate consequences of expanded fossil fuel production. Commenters are echoing frustration that climate damage is borne by society rather than the industry responsible.
Why now: Frustration with US energy policy and oil industry influence under Trump is fueling climate debate
oil industryDonald TrumpUnited Statesclimate
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Evidence
- Internalize profits, externalize pretty much everything else What a business model # energy # oil # trump # us # climate · gwagner@fediscience.org · 248
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