Oil Executives Testify On Climate Change, Alleged Disinformation

The transcript discusses a hearing before the House Oversight Committee on the oil industry's role in climate misinformation. It highlights the significance of holding oil companies accountable for misleading the public about climate change. The discussion includes global efforts to address climate change, the historical context of misinformation by oil companies, and the potential actions Congress might take. The American Petroleum Institute's statement and the industry's strategy to deflect real action are also covered.

What is the significance of oil companies' presence at the House Oversight Committee hearing?

What actions have oil companies taken that contradict their claims about addressing climate change?

How have oil companies contributed to climate misinformation over the years?

What role did Exxon Mobil scientists play in understanding climate change since 1977?

What are the implications of the oil industry's funding of front groups?

What questions does the committee hope to raise regarding the oil industry and its practices?

How does the American Petroleum Institute's statement reflect their approach to climate change?