Trump Administration Faces Legal Battles Over Climate Lawsuits
May 6, 2026
Trump’s administration faces legal battles defending oil companies against climate lawsuits, challenging state actions.
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Controversial Arctic Land Auctioned by Trump Administration for Oil Drilling
March 19, 2026
Oil companies gain rights to drill over 1.3 million acres in Alaska’s Arctic, sparking environmental and local concerns.
Supreme Court Set to Rule on Crucial Issue Affecting State and City Lawsuits Against Oil Companies for Climate Change
February 23, 2026
Cities demand oil firms pay for climate impact costs. The Supreme Court to hear the appeal from Suncor and ExxonMobil.
Michigan Pursues Innovative Legal Strategy Against Big Oil, Claims Antitrust Actions Target Electric Vehicles and Renewable Energy
February 15, 2026
Michigan is suing major oil companies, alleging collusion to suppress competition from renewables and drive up energy costs.
h3 Half of 2024 Fossil Fuel Carbon Emissions Attributed to 32 Companies
January 21, 2026
A new analysis reveals that just 32 companies accounted for over half of global fossil carbon emissions in 2024.
Venezuelan Oil Dispute Sheds Light on Opaque International Legal System
January 13, 2026
The Trump administration’s actions in Venezuela, driven by oil interests, highlight the complexities of ISDS claims.
Oil Executives Show Reluctance Toward Trump’s Venezuela Proposal at the White House
January 9, 2026
President Trump’s meeting with oil execs praised his Venezuela actions but lacked firm investment commitments in its oil.
ExxonMobil Sues California Over Emissions Disclosure Laws in Federal Court
October 26, 2025
ExxonMobil sues California over laws requiring it to disclose global emissions, claiming they violate free speech rights.
Has the UC System Truly Divested from Fossil Fuels? – The Soapbox
June 22, 2024
Despite claims of full fossil fuel divestment, UC’s recent SEC filings reveal ongoing investments in fossil fuel companies, raising transparency concerns.