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Pittsburgh's strong ties to fossil fuel lobbying revealed by new report

A recent study by F Minus highlights Pittsburgh's unique and deep connections to fossil fuel lobbyists, posing challenges to local and state environmental goals.

Audrey Carleton reports for Capital & Main.


In short:

  • The Pittsburgh Foundation funded environmental causes but also hired a firm representing fossil fuel interests.
  • Five powerful lobbying firms in Pennsylvania serve conflicting clients, including environmental groups and fossil fuel companies.
  • This situation compromises Pittsburgh's climate initiatives and state greenhouse gas reduction efforts.

Key quote:

"Fossil fuel companies have far more money and clout and gravity and so the magnets are always going to move in their direction."

— James Browning, Founder of F Minus

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